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Myth busted: Vaccinations are not Immunizations

By Natural News

There is only one kind of immunity and that is natural immunity which is achieved by battling the infectious diseases itself. Vaccination is merely the artificial triggering of temporary responses to manmade pathogens. (May 16)

MORE TOPICS: AIDS, ALLERGY, ASTHMA

Ancient 'Loch Ness Monster' Suffered From Arthritis Leading To Pliosaur Demise, New Research Says

By IBTimes

Ancient versions of the mythical Loch Ness monster apparently suffered from a very pedestrian case of arthritis as they aged, according to British researchers, leading to the demise of the pliosaur. (May 16)

MORE TOPICS: FLORIDA, AGING

Pliosaurus: Lochness Monster-Like Animal Also Had Arthritis Problem

By IBTimes UK

Bristol University scientists find signs of a degenerative condition similar to human arthritis in the jaw of a pliosaur. (May 16)

MORE TOPICS: AGING

A Vegan Diet Offers Relief from Inflammatory Disease and Reduces Heart Disease Risk

By Natural News

The claims of the anti-inflammatory properties of various berries and dark leafy greens have been purported for decades, but the main cause of an ever-increasing list of chronic illnesses continues to be inflammation. (May 08)

Pfizer profits solid despite Lipitor loss

By Reuters

Pfizer Inc <PFE.N> reported higher-than-expected quarterly earnings as improved profit margins and strong sales of its Lyrica nerve-pain drug partly offset plunging demand for its Lipitor cholesterol fighter, now facing cheaper generic rivals. (May 01)

MORE TOPICS: NESTLE, JAPAN, PFIZER, NEW YORK

Study Dampens Hopes For Steroid Replacement In Treating Back, Leg Pain

By IBTimes

For sciatica patients, the genetically engineered pain medicine etanercept is no better at treating leg and lower back pain than traditional steroid injections, according to a new study. (Apr 16)

MORE TOPICS: PFIZER, BACK PAIN

Top 10 Yogasanas for Bulimia

By Women Fitness

Binge-eating followed by purging with self-induced vomiting and the compulsive use of laxatives, are warning signs of this condition. Its causes include low body image and a feeling of not being in control. It is often associated with anorexia. (Apr 13)

MORE TOPICS: ASTHMA

Fatty Acids Fight Cancer Spread, Australian Study Finds

By Ausfoodnews

Tiny agents found in Omega-3 could potentially be used to block the path of primary cancer tumours according to pharmacy researchers at the University of Sydney. (Apr 12)

MORE TOPICS: BREAST CANCER, CANCER

Is Generation Z Going Silent?

By IBTimes

We need to get today's youth out of the virtual world and into the outdoors. (Apr 11)

MORE TOPICS: WAL-MART, FACEBOOK, CIVIL RIGHTS, ARIZONA, AIDS, CANCER

Overweight Pets too Are At Risk Of Serious Health Conditions

By IBTimes UK

New research shows that excess of fat can be quite dangerous to your pet's health. (Mar 31)

MORE TOPICS: DENTAL