Walt Crocker
Walt grew up in Lafayette Square, near downtown St. Louis. He is now semi-retired after years in the restaurant and entertainment industry. His poetry has appeared in two published works: Stepping Stones and At Day's End. He is the author of three books.
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"Grasshoppers"This is an excerpt from Walt Crocker's new book "Grasshoppers." It's about the misadventures of two fast food managers who try to break into the lawn care business.
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For the Love of a RobotFor Bradly, living in a world of fantasy is better than reality.
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2012 Maplewood Missouri Coffee CrawlThe second annual Maplewood Coffee Crawl is a relaxing way to spend a Saturday morning sampling some of the area's finest coffees and enjoying the outdoors.
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The Old NeighborhoodLike a fine wine, our memories get more mellow as we get older.
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Sometimes It's Best Not to Answer the PhoneJohn Wayne works out of a call center in New Deli and he wants you to pay.
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News that Geriatric Surgery Cures Diabetes is Not Really NewsRecent reports have said that bariatric surgery (surgery that reduces the size of the stomach), can "cure" Type 2 diabetes. It doesn't help Type 1 diabetes and can be confusing.
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Dentist's Sports Memories Go Up in SmokeDr. Wayne Fischer of Maplewood, Missouri not only lost his 104-year-old Victorian home, but his huge sports collection as well in a horrific four alarm blaze.
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Worst Sandwiches You Can Have for LunchThere is a lot of fat, calories, and sodium hiding in today's lunch menus. These sandwiches may seem healthy, but are they really?
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Surprising Foods that Can Cause Tooth DecaySome high acid foods and sugarless gums may damage your teeth.
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How to Tell If You Have a Sleep DisorderOccasional sleeplessness is not really a problem. Try a warm bath of some milk before you go to bed. But if it becomes chronic it can seriously affect both your mental and physical health.
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What Do Today's Electronics REALLY Cost?The electronic companies want you to buy a new gadget every couple of years. With profit margins over 50%, now you know why.
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Things Children Should Never Say to Their ParentsYou've heard a lot about things that parents should never say to their children. Well, we turn the tables around. Here are some things that children shouldn't say.
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Best Foods for Your HeartThese foods, as part of a healthy diet, can help lower your cholesterol, reduce your blood pressure, and help stabilize your blood sugar levels.
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New Independent Hamburger Chains Add Variety and FlavorNew, smaller hamburger chains like Five Guys take on McDonald's, Burger King, and Wendy's.
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A Good Therapeutic Massage Can Boost the Immune System and Prevent ColdsA good therapeutic massage can bolster your immune system and prevent colds this winter.
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What Are the Worst Appetizers?Here are some of the worst appetizers that you can order in a restaurant and some healthier alternatives.
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Size of Certain Areas of the Brain Can Determine PersonalityPhrenology is an old pseudoscience that determined personality traits by measuring the bumps on the skull. They should have been measuring bumps on the brain instead.
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Natural Alternatives to OTC Cold RemediesMillions of dollars are spent each year on OTC cold remedies. Here are a few safer natural alternatives.
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Online Gamers Help Scientists with AIDS PuzzleBy playing an online game called Foldit, gamers may help scientists develop a new drug in the battle against AIDS.
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Cyclists that Bike in Big Cities Might Be Damaging Their LungsA new study from London shows that cyclists who bike in big cities inhale a lot more carbon pollution than pedestrians.
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What Every Parent Should Know About Childhood DiseasesEvery parent should know some of the signs and symptoms of childhood diseases. They should also get their child vaccinated.
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Fixing the Brain with Super GlueSuper Glue has many uses around the house, but who thought that it could be used to repair the brain?
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Researchers Think They May Be Able to Reverse Aging in Adult Stem CellsOur bodies are constantly replacing cells as they become damaged and die. But as we age, we start losing that ability. If we could reverse the aging process, we might live for a very long time.
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Steve's Hot Dogs on the HillSteve Ewing has been a local fixture around St. Louis for years, fronting the popular local band "The Urge." Now he's opened a restaurant on "The Hill" named "Steve's Hot Dogs on the Hill." He sure makes a mean dog. -
Life Lessons from Your PetYour dog or cat doesn't stress out about deadlines and what's going to happen tomorrow. We want to teach our pets new tricks, but we can learn important lessons from them as well.
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White Fruits and Vegetables May Greatly Reduce Your Risk of Having a StrokeDifferent colored fruits and vegetables have different health properties. White ones may greatly reduce your risk of having a stroke.
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Is Drinking Beer Healthy?How many calories in light beer? Regular beer? Does two glasses of beer have as many calories as a double cheeseburger? What's the difference between American lagers and imported beer? Get the answers in this article about one of our favorite beverages.
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My Favorite TV ShowsWith an average of 200+ channels on TV now, you have to be prett selective. These shows have withstood the test of time.
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Where to Find the Best Bagels in St. Louis MissouriBagels were brought to New York City by immigrant Polish Jews. They get their unique chewiness by being boiled before they are baked. Here are some of the best places to get a bagel in St. Louis.
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How Much Do You Know About Dog Breeds?Almost all pure breed dogs were originally bred for a specific job or purpose. Here are a few popular breeds and what they were bred to do.
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Newer Technology Can Save (and Waste) ElectricityWe waste billions of dollars a year in energy costs even with the newer more energy efficient appliances and electronics.
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Boxing Can Be a Dangerous Sport for Children and TeenagersAccording to the American Academy of Pediatrics, boxing can result in brain trauma and concussion and can be dangerous for children and teenagers.
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Take Early Kidney Disease Very SeriouslyDiabetes and hypertension are the two main causes of kidney disease in the United States. Neglecting any of them can lead to complications and an early death.
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Knee Damage is One of the Most Common Work and Sports InjuriesPlaying sports or working a repetitive job can damage your knees. Here's some ways to prevent the most common type of joint pain.
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Foods that Can Boost Your Memory and ConcentrationSo-called "super foods" come and go, but these have been proven to help keep your brain young and sharp.
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Natural Alternatives to Children's MedicationsChildren's medications are usually just diluted versions of the adult one and carry the same risks and side effects. Here are some safer, natural alternatives to giving drugs to your child.
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Embarrassing Body Problems in MenThese body problems aren't unique to men, but men have them more than women. And they can be embarrassing.
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Weight Discrimination is Common in the United StatesOverweight men with a body mass index of 35 and women with a BMI of 27 experience descrimination in the workplace.
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Locavore's Guide to St. Louis MarketsWhen I was growing up we always bought food at the local farmer's market. I didn't know it back then but we were a family of locavores. Here's where you can get fresh local food here in St. Louis.
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Colon Cleansing Doesn't Work and Can Be DangerousColon cleansing has been around for over a hundred years. Back in 1900, it was shown to be ineffective, but it's gaining in popularity and can have dangerous side effects.
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10 Myths About Smoking that Could Kill YouThese false beliefs about smoking have been around for a long time. The bottom line is that smoking will greatly reduce how long you live or outright kill you.
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People Who Have Plastic Surgery May Have a Mental DisorderPeople with BDD usually have low self-esteem and get multiple cosmetic surgeries but they are never satisfied with the results. Michael Jackson and Joan Rivers are prime examples.
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Cocaine: Miracle Drug?At one time cocaine was touted as a miracle drug and had many famous users. It was sold in everything from Coca Cola to margarine.
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The Real Truth About Social SecurityMy friend Gayle has been a teacher here in Missouri for many years. She recently sent me this email after doing some research on Social Security and how it's paid.
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Diabetic Neuropathy is a Real Pain to Live WithDiabetic nerve pain (neuropathy) can affect many parts of the body and can be very painful. Good control of the diabetes is the key. The following treatments can also help.
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Ways to Look and Feel YoungerOne day we may be able to live healthy almost forever, but right now we can look and feel younger.
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How to Choose the Best MattressWhen buying a mattress there's a lot of choices. it really boils down to the one that is best for you.
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Restaurants that Have Recently Closed in St. Louis, MissouriHalf of all new restaurants close within a year of opening. But in St. Louis, some have gone under that were landmarks for many years.
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The Next Big Thing in Science Could Be "Neural Engineering"Scierntists are working on interfacing the human brain with machines that could lead to new advances in robotics. The applications are exciting.
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Some Things Most Doctors May Not KnowHow diet affects your treatment and some other things that your doctor may not be aware of.
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Chowder House in St. Louis Offers Older and Disabled Cats a Place to LiveChowder House and The Cat Network are two St. Louis organizations that encourage adoption of older or sick cats whose owners have passed away.
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Why You Should Buy LocalBuying from your local merchant instead of a national chain makes sense in many ways.
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Today's Playgrounds Are Safer and Environmentally SustainableThe new playground at Lafayette Park in St. Louis, like many around the nation, is made from safer, sustainable, recycled materials.
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The Good Old American Picnic Didn't Start HereThink of America when you think of picnic foods? Actually, most of them were brought here by immigrants.
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Some of the Best and Worst Beaches in AmericaThese are some of the best and worst (dirtiest) beaches in America. Is your beach on the list?
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Just How Unhealthy Are Movie Theater Snacks?We all love to snack when we go to the movies. But is it really healthy?
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Natural Ways to Repel MosquitoesSome people swear that these natural remedies against mosquito bites really work. I'm not so sure.
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St. Louis Loves Its Root BeerMany root beers have come and gone here in St. Louis but one of the best is Fitz's down on the Loop. Now its former owner takes the rein again.
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New Hope for Type 1 Diabetes CureThe inexpensive tuberculosis vaccine may allow the insulin cells that were destroyed by the immune system to regrow.
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New Hospital Technology Makes Hospital Stays Easier and Saves LivesNew technology like computerized prescriptions and robots doing surgery helps make hospital stays easier and saves lives.
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Some Little Known Causes of PainSome daily activities can trigger pain. The good news is that most of these are easily fixed.
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Drug Shortages Are at an All-Time Record HighDrug companies are paying out huge bonuses and spending billions on advertising, but some drugs are in short supply. Why?
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Faulty Pool Drains Can Cause Injuries and DeathI never learned how to swim. After reading about something like this, I'm kinda glad I never learned.
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St. Louis Circus Flora Celebrates Its 25th AnniversaryCircus Flora is a great little one-ring circus based in St. Louis. This year they are back with a brand new show called "Vagabond Adventures."
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Maplewood Missouri is a Booming Entertainment and Arts DistrictSt. Louis has several entertainment and arts districts like the Loop, Grand Arts District, and the Central West End, but in the last few years Maplewood (where I live) has given them a run for their money. Here a few of my favorite things to do there.
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Feeling Tired and Irritable? it May Be Your ColonA colonoscopy or colon flush won't help if there is a problem with inflammation in the colon. Only a saliva and stool test can diagnose what's wrong.
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Where Have All of the Flower Children Gone?Back in the late sixties and early seventies there was the "Age of the Great Unwashed Hippies." Yeah, it was the time of "Sex, Drugs, and Rock and Roll" but it was also a time of great social change that is still with us today.
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Top Rated SunscreensPlanning on being out in the sun a lot this summer? You may want to stock up on these top ranked sunscreen products.
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Missouri Legislature Slashes Funding for Missouri Kidney ProgramHouse Bill 3 determines funding for the University of Missouri which runs the program.
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How You Can Avoid Getting Acid RefluxIs "acid reflux" even a disease? Maybe not, but it sure can be painful. Here are some ways to avoid it.
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Severe Weather in Missouri Kills at Least 116So far I've been lucky. My neighborhood hasn't seen nearly as much bad weather as my neighbors down south. But I wonder how long our luck will last.
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Protect Your Child from "Little Leager's Elbow"It's the start of baseball season and many kids will get elbow injuries from too much throwing. Here are some tips to avoid them.
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Is a Painless Blood Sugar Testing Device in Our Near Future?It was announced way back in 1991 there would soon be a noninvasive way for diabetics to test their blood sugar, but progress has been slow.
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Diabetic Foot Ulcers Can Be Very SeriousDiabetic foot ulcers can become infected and lead to amputation and even death. Urgent treatment can save your life.
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Surprising Foods that Help You Lose WeightThese common, everyday foods can make you feel fuller. Combined with a sensible exercise program, you will lose weight.
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Getting Along with Co-Workers Can Increase Your Life SpanGetting along well with the people that you work with can increase your life span. But being the boss decreases it for women.
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Some Common Mistakes Pet Owners MakeSometimes when we treat animals like humans we can really stress them out.
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Eczema Seborrhea and Psoriasis: The Terrible Trio of Skin DiseasesThese three skin conditions, while not fatal, can cause much suffering and social stigmata.
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Be Safe While Working in Your Garden This SummerIt's that time of year again to start planting the garden. A few common sense tips can help keep you safe this summer.
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Dr. Pepper Vs. Mountain DewRemember when soft drinks were made with real sugar and came in returnable bottles?
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Am I Having a Panic Attack?We all get a case of the jitters when our heart races and we feel sweaty, but if the symptoms are more severe and you get completely shut down, then it may be panic disorder.
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America is Literally Falling ApartOur infrastructure is literally falling apart, we are running out of drinkable water, and the soil in the Miswest is eroding faster than ever before. Other than that, things are looking up.
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There is an Epidemic of Prescription Painkiller Abuse in the U.S.Prescription painkillers caused the death of more people in 2007 than automobile accidents. And the trend is rising, especially among young people.
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Can the Types of Food You Eat Affect Acne?For years the conventional wisdom was that what types of foods you eat didn't affect acne. The latest research suggests that may not be true.
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New Study Says that Salt May Not Be so Bad for You After AllFor years doctors have been warning us that too much salt in the diet can raise blood pressure and increase the risk of heart attack and stroke. A new study suggests that at least for young healthy people, the opposite may be true.
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Common Foot Problems and Their TreatmentFoot problems are no fun, especially if you have to stand on them all day. Here are some common foot conditions and what you can do to relieve them.
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Cayenne Pepper May Burn Calories and Help You Lose WeightLatest research show that eating a half teaspoon of cayenne pepper a day can burn calories and make you feel fuller.
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What's The Next Superfood? It's The Chia PlantRemember the Chia pet? The popular toy is still around, but the seeds grown on the pet also have amazing health benefits.
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Having Botox Injections in Your Face May Reduce Your Ability to Read Others ExpressionsOne way that we read other people's faces is to mimic their expressions. If you can't move your face because of Botox injections, this may be very hard to do.
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Proven Tips for Flatter AbsThose six-pack abs don't come from exercise or gadgets alone. Here are some proven ways to get into shape and have flatter abs.
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Diabetics Must Take Good Care of Their Feet to Avoid Serious ProblemsIf you have diabetes it's very important to take good care of your feet and wear the proper shoes.
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Almost Half of the U.S. Meat Supply is Contaminated with Staph BacteriaMethicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) has been largely found in hospitals, now it's in our meat supply.
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Doctors Have a Double Standard when Treating PatientsIn a recent study doctors chose treatments with a lower survival rate and fewer complications when treating themselves. They choose the better survival rate for the patients even if that meant more serious side effects.
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Most Dangerous Jobs for Your LungsHere are some of the most dangerous jobs for lung health.
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Flushing Prescription Drugs Down the Toilet is Not a Good IdeaThe drugs can end up in the drinking water and cause mutations in fish.
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Some Little Known Causes of ConstipationHere are some causes of constipation that most people don't know about.
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Poor Quality Jobs Cause More Stress Than Being UnemployedA recent study shows that having a bad job is actually more stressful and depressing than not having one at all.
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Tanning Beds May Cause Skin Cancer Especially Among Teenage GirlsThe skin cancer rate is rising, especially among teenage girls who use tanning beds. Some states are considering restricting their use by teens.
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Coilt 45 Malt Liquor Introduces High Alcohol Drink Named BlastPopular rapper Snoop Dogg is the spokesman for a new fruit-flavored high alcohol drink called Blast. Some say it targets children.
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Rabbits Are Cute for Easter but They Can Wreck Havoc on Your GardenRabbits can be cute as pets or in chocolate, but they can destroy your plants and expensive vegetation if you let them.
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Geothermal Heating and Cooling and Programmable ThermostatsNew breakthroughs in using geothermal energy and programmable thermostats as well as a 30% tax credit make this a green and affo0rdable way to heat and cool your home.
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Natural Ways to Help Your Seasonal AllergiesSpring is springing and for seasonal allergy sufferers it can be a rough time of the year. Here are some natural remedies that may help.
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Shop Goodwill for Designer Clothes at a Bargain PriceYou can find good designer clothes at Goodwill nowadays. The clientele is more upscale. The lesser quality clothes are donated to the poor.
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Aquapheresis is a New Method of Reducing Excess Water WeightAquapheresis is used to treat excess water weight from congestive heart failure.
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For the First Time the Government Releases Information on Hospital MistakesFor the first time ever the government has released information on mistakes that hospitals make that could threaten your life.
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Top Toys of All TimePlay Doh, Barbie dolls, Slinky, and Teenage Ninja Turtles are some of the top toys of all time. Which toys give you the fondest memories of your childhood?
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What's Causing Your Headache?We all get them: headaches. Most people just pop a few pills and go on, but for some they can be a real "pain." Here are some ways to avoid them.
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Riverlands Migratory Bird Sanctuary in West Alton Illinois Has a Lot of PelicansRiverlands Migratory Bird Sanctuary in West Alton, Illinois is home to pelicans and a number of other migratory birds that make their home there part of the year.
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St. Louis Ranks Sixth in Cases of Asthma and AllergiesSt. Louis is ranked sixth in the country for asthma and allergies. But last year we were number one.
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Make Eating Your Fruits and Vegetables a "Coloful" ExperienceBy eating a lot of differently colored fruits and vegetables you can gain valuable phytonutrients and trace elements.
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Do We Have to Fear the Radiation Leak from the Power Plant in Japan?Radiation is drifting across the Pacific from the damaged power plant when the latest earthquake struck in Japan. People are buying iodide and Geiger counters, but how worried should we be?
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12 Step Eating Addiction Program for Children?Now there is a 12 step program that teaches children how to eat healthy and lose weight.
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The ALCAT Test Can Determine What You Are Allergic ToA lot of people don't know which food items and other things that are allergic to. The ALCAT test can determine what they are.
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Warming Up Before Exercise May Not Be NecessaryNew research has shown that the rate of injuries in both athletes that warm up and those who don't aren't that much different. But it's still probably a good idea, especially for seniors. .
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Researchers Find that You Can Reduce Pain Simply by Looking at Where it HurtsScientists have found that you can reduce pain simply by looking at the affected part of your body.
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Dental Care for Your PetAn annual teeth cleaning is very important to your pet's overall health.
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New Anti-Aging Strategy: Good PostureMany of the Baby Boomers are expected to live well into their eighties. If you want to be able to move around when you reach that age, then now is the time to focus on your balance and posture. You might even live longer.
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Blows to the Head While Playing Sports May Lead to Permanent Brain DamageRepeated blows to the head while playing sports may lead to permanent brain damage. A new vision test may help determine if the player was really knocked out.
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500 Womenheart Volunteers Will Spread the News About Women's Heart DiseaseWomenheart volunteers are women who have experienced hearty disease themselves and nwant to spread the news to other women.
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Is Your Pet Overweight?If your dog or can is overweight it can shorten lifespan and cause a variety of diseases. The solution is diet and exercise.
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Adapting Technology to Help Our Aging PopulationThe "Baby Boomers" are getting older. Most seniors want to keep their independance for as long as they can. Can modern technology help them do just that?
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Are Specialty Camps Right for Your Child?Speciality summer camps allow kids to enjoy animals, dance, theater, and a whole range of non-traditional activities.
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Eagle Watching Days Are HereEagles come here from up north to fish in the area's rivers during the coldest part of the winter.
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The Many Health Benefits of Tai ChiTai Chi is an ancient "soft" martial art that balances you energy flow and has many other health benefits.
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The End of Antibiotics May Be NearNew strains of bacteria called "super bugs" may spell the end of antibiotics.
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Fad Diets Have Always Been AroundBack in the early 1900's there was a soap that could "wash away the fat" or so they claimed. Today we have fat burning pills. But in reality, there's really only one way to lose weight: diet and exercise.
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Eating Trans Fats May Increase Your Risk of Suffering from DepressionResearch in Spain showed a 48% greater risk for depression in those who ate trans fats compared to those who ate a diet rich in olive oil and Omega-3's.
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A Positive Attitude Can Keep You HealthyHaving a positive attitude throughout your life reduces stress and can keep you healthy, especially when you get older.
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Sleeping with Your Pet Can Make You SickMost pet owners like to cuddle up with their pets, but doing so might make you sick.
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How We Perceive the Passage of TimeIt seems that our perception of time is scattered throughout our brain. We may also use our senses.
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What to Do in a Dental EmergencyHere are a few things to do in a dental emergency, but of course, go and see a dentist as soon as possible. Waiting can even be fatal.
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Playing Too Many Video Games Can Lead to Anxiety Depression and Social Disorders in ChildrenChildren who play too many video games can become depressed and withdrawn just like adult compulsive gamblers.
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New Class of Materials that Self-Assemble Discovered by Scientists in IllinoisA new self-replicating material that is not made of molecules and atoms is made by scientists in Illinois.
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Bacteria in the Gut May Play an Important Role in Inflammation and DiseaseThere are more bacterial cells in the human body than there are humaN cells. Bacteria also play an important role in disease prevention.
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Some Foods You Can't Go Wrong EatingYou can't go wrong if you include these foods in your diet.
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There Are Many Benefits to Lucid DreamingLucid dreaming is like the "Nintendo game of the brain." You can fly, leap tall buildings in a single bound, and deal with psychological problems.
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Prions that Cause Mad Cow Disease Can Be Spread Through the AirScientists have discovered that the proteins (prions) that cause fatal Mad Cow Disease can be spread through the air. This is different than they previously thought.
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CDC Report: Disparities in Health Care for the Poor Costs Taxpayers More Than $7 Billion Per YearThere is still a large disparity between the poor and those with higher incomes in both health care and the severity of the diseases they have. And it's costing us.
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What is a Gluten-Free Diet?Many people around the world have an intolerance to products containing wheat. They must avoid it in their diet. But it's not as easy as you think.
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New Eco-Village Opens Near St. LouisBack in the sixties there were a lot of communes where the idea was that everyone shared in all of the benefits as well as the work. Today's eco-village is also a co-op, but it's nothing like the communes of old.
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Bald Men Still Have All of Their Hair FolliclesThe latest research has shown that bald men aren't really bald. The hair follicles have just shrunk to microscopic size.
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Do You Know What the "Farm Bill" Is?The "Farm Bill" is re-written every five years. A new one comes up in 2011. It regulates almost every aspect of agriculture in this country including energy.
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Cancer Can Strike Pets as Well as HumansWhen animals become ill they don't know that we are trying to help them. Natural remedies can be more gentle than traditional treatments.
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Dental Allergies May Be More Common Than You May ThinkMost people don't know that you can be allergic to a lot of the materials used in a dentist's office.
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Blood Test May Revolutionize the Way Cancer is Detected and TreatedA blood test that "counts" the number of tumor cells circulationg throughout the body may help doctors develop new specialized treatments for cancer.
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Will E-cigarettes Eventually Replace Smoking?E-cigarettes have nicotine, look and feel like real cigarettes, and produce a vapor that mimics smoke. But they don't have the harful effects of real cigarettes.
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Inherited Risk of Alcoholism May Be Linked to Risk of ObesityPeople who have an increased inherited risk for alcoholism may also have an increased risk for obesity. This phenomenon has been more pronounced in the past decade.
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Getting Paid to Taste FoodProfessional food tasters help determine if a food product goes to market.
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New Illinois Law Protects Potential Pet OwnersA new law in Illinois requires pet stores and animal shelters to post information such as the pet's medical history near the cage.
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Winter Make You Tired?Winter tiredness is caused by either lack of sunlight or chronic fatigue. But there are some ways to beat the winter blahs.
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How to Avoid Skin Infections in the GymMRSA (staph) skin infectioins are becoming very common in the gym. Here are some ways to avoid them.
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New Technology TrendsFacebook. I pads. What is next? Social networking sites are big and so is 3D. Technology is moving so fast that equipment is out of date as soon as you buy it.
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Panic Attacks Can Be ScaryIf you have a panic attack, your heart races, you sweat profusely, and you feel like you are going to die. What causes them? What can you do to prevent them?
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Probiotics May Help Obese People Lose WeightA substance called CLA that is produced by a certain strain of bacteria may help overweight people lose weight.
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Restaurant Trends for 2011Fresher, more locally produced food, some of it even grown at the restaurant, will be the big theme for 2011.
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Study Shows that Increased Wealth Doesn't Make You Happier in the Long RunIn a study of people in 37 different countries from around the world, researchers show that increased wealth doesn't really make you happier.
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Soldier Develops Clothing Line for Wounded VeteransJason Redman came back from Iraq with a shattered face. He couldn't wear regular clothing because of the wire frame on his head. So he decided to develop a line of clothing especially for wounded vets.
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Are Corruption and Greed Hardwired into Our Brains?Some social engineers envision a world that works for all. They say it's possible right now. But what about human nature?
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Best Ways to Burn FatIt's a proven fact that to lose weight you must diet as well as exercise. Here are some tips on how to get the "most bang for your weight loss buck."
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Attacks on Our Computers by Terrorists Are Becoming More FrequentBack in the fifties and sixties we all feared getting attacked with a nuclear bomb. But now, in the age of technology they are attacking our computers.
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Cameras Used to Scan License Plates and Catch CriminalsSome of the cameras that catch you if you run a red light are now being used to scan the license plates of your car.
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Companies Are Beginning to Hire AgainMost American companies are beginning to see their profits rise again and are hiring new employees, but most of that hiring is being done overseas.
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Can Social Network Sites Increase the Size of Your Brain?Some research suggests that the larger and more complex your social network is, the larger your amygdala becomes. The amygdala is an almond-shaped structure that lies deep with the brain.
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Hangover Cures that May or May Not WorkThere are many hangover cures that are reported to help. These are a few of people's favorites.
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A Vegetarian Diet May Help Patients with Chronic Kidney DiseaseA meatless vegetarian diet may help patients with chronic kidney disease.
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Smithsonian Deciding Which 2 of 11 Classic Cars to Put on DisplayThe Smithsonian Museum in Washington is deciding which two of 11 classic cars in its collection to put on display.
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Mild Exercise May Help Arthritis PainRecent research has shown that moderate physical exercise may be as good at relieving arthritis pain as prescription pain pills.
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Stem Cells in a Spray Can?Now doctors are putting the patient's own stem cells in a spray can and spraying it on burns to heal them.
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Eating Fried Fish Regularly May Increase Your Chances of Having a StrokePeople in the "stroke belt" in the south consume a lot of fried fish. They also have a higher chance of having a stroke.
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Doctors Find that Placebos Work Even when the Patient Knows that They Are Taking a "Sugar Pill"When test subjects took pills from a bottle that was clearly marked "placebo" they still got relief from their symptoms.
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Diet and Exercise May Help Seniors Live LongerMaintaining a program of diet and exercise through our golden years may help us live a longer, happier life.
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Breastfeeding Your Newborn Helps Brain DevelopmentBreastfeeding infants can help them develop their brains faster than formula fed infants (for boys at least). But nurturing is still the best way to develop their brains.
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Some Trans Fats May Actually Be Good for YouThe big diet evil today is trans fats. They have even been outlawed in some parts of the country. But the ones in dairy products may be good for you after all.
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Study Shows that Echinacea Has Little Effect on the Common ColdIt is said that native North Americans used echinacea to ward off and treat colds. But modern research shows that the purple flower really isn't effective at all.
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Teen Birth Rate Drops to Record LowThe teen birth rate is at its lowest record since records began being kept. But is this a good thing?
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How Cancer Cells Move Throughout the Body: They Use Their "Feet"Cancer cells move, or metastasize by using their feet. They also use these feet to open and invade other cells in the body.
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Working the Night Shift Can Lead to a Host of Physical and Psychological ProblemsWorking the late shift and sleeping during the day can lead to a host of mental and physical health problems.
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How to Survive Slips and Falls This WinterMost of us take at least one tumble when it gets icy out. Sometimes falling on ice can be very dangerous. Here's how to prevent getting injured this winter.
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How Much Caffeine is Your Child Consuming?If your child is consuming too much caffeine, it may even be dangerous to their health.
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Link Between Autism and Pollution EstablishedA recent study has established that pollution plays a role in the development of Autism in children.
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New Technology Treats Atrial Fibrillation Without DrugsA new treatment for atrial fibrillation uses a catheter that is threaded into the heart.
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New Drug May Help Cystic Fibrosis PatientsOn of the main symptoms of Cystic Fibrosis is the build up of a sticky mucus that interferes with breathing. A new investigational drug may help prevent the build up in early stages of the disease.
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Listeria Food Poisoning Affects Cancer Victims More Than Any Other GroupListeria food poisoning is often found in milk products, raw meat, and fish. An infection can be serious. Recent research has found that cancer victims are most at risk of getting the infection.
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Over One-Million High School Students Are Binge DrinkersHigh school and college students like to party. A lot of them are binge drinkers and that can lead to alcohol poisoning and even death.
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Extraordinary Breakthroughs in Stem Cell ResearchInfusions of stem cells apparently have cured one man's AIDS as well as his leukemia. Diseased livers have been repaired by destroying the bad tissue with proton beams and then replacing it with stem cells.
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Researchers Build First Machine Where Cells Function as Electronic CircuitsSwedish researchers build the first machine that uses yeast cells to function as circuits. They may one day be used to combat disease.
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Infectious Diseases Are Making a ComebackScientists have found why some bacteria prefer human blood. Now they want to learn how to disrupt the process of the bacteria feeding on the blood.
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Reduviid Bug Can Transmit Deadly DiseaseReduviid bugs feed on your lips while you are asleep and can transmit deadly disease.
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Children Fed Low-Sugar Cereal Will Eat More Fresh FruitIf given a choice, most children studied will choose low-sugar and high-sugar cereals the same. But they will eat more fresh fruit with the low-sugar cereal.
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Intense Physical Activity when We Are Younger Linked to Less Weight Gain when We Are OlderBeing very active when you are young may help to prevent weight gain when you reach middle age.
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Thousands of People Die Each Year from Carbon Monoxide PoisoningCases of carbon monoxide poisoning increase this time of year due to faulty heating appliances. A carbon monoxide detector could save your life.
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The Importance of Colorectal Cancer ScreeningAn electronic messaging program to remind people to get screened for colon cancer has helped compliance. 30 million people could benefit from the screening.
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It's Hard to Discipline Doctors in the State of MissouriIn the state of Missouri the doctor in question has to agree to the discipline or a hearing has to be held. In other states the board has ultimate authority.
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Scientists Use Sperm Cells to Produce InsulinScientists have genetically modified male sperm cells and turned them into insulin producing cells.
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Exciting News About Stem CellsThere is a new very potent stem cells that scientists have created out of human skin cells. It may hold the promise of curing all kinds of disease.
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Children Who Live in Apartments May Be Exposed to Second-hand Smoke Even If Their Parents Don't SmokeChildren who were tested showed levels 45% higher than those who lived in detached housing.
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New Report Urges Legislators to Pass Stricter No-Smoking LawsAt one time cigarettes were the most marketed product in the United States. But now a new report urges our lawmwkers to crack down on cigarette smoking even more.
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Soldiers Using Starvation Diets, Diet Pills, Even Lipo to Meet Weight StandardsAmerica's population is growing fatter and fatter, including those of military age. Soldiers are taking desperate measures to meet the weight goals. Should they be revised?
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Scientists Create an Artificial Kidney PrototypeThe new prototype is the size of a room right now, but it could be reduced to the size of a coffee cup in the future.
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Fewer People Died from Strokes in the U.S. Last YearStroke fell from the third leading cause of death in the United States to number four last year. Better treatments are cited as the reason.