March 8, 2010
Research suggests an asteroid is to blame for dinosaurs becoming extinct.
London (WiredPRNews.com) – New research suggests an asteroid is the cause of dinosaurs becoming extinct. As reported by Reuters, a global research team stated in hopes of providing clarification of the long questioned matter Thursday that an asteroid crashed into Earth wiping out the creatures, […]
February 26, 2010
A new study suggests men and women are prone to suffering different illness types when traveling.
New York (WiredPRNews.com) – The types of illnesses typically suffered by male travelers differs from those more commonly suffered by female travelers, according to a new study. As reported by Reuters, the study suggests that men are more subject to […]
February 10, 2010
A new study shows that older healthy adults may not require as much sleep than younger ones as they age.
Washington (WiredPRNews.com) – A new study suggests healthy aging adults may require less sleep than younger adults. As reported by AFP, the recent study showed that the older participants slept for shorter periods than their younger […]
February 4, 2010
A new study suggests depression is linked to excessive time spent on the Internet.
U.S. (WiredPRNews.com) – A new study proposes a link between excessive time spent on the web and depression. As reported by Reuters, despite the correlation, the researchers did not determine whether the Internet was a cause or contributor to depression or an […]
February 2, 2010
Some Frisco residents question whether emissions from a local plant have affected the health of neighborhood children.
Frisco, Texas (WiredPRNews.com) – Some Frisco residents have expressed concerns about possible lead contamination from a local plant. As reported by the Dallas Morning News, the city is considering another health risk study concerning areas near a battery recycling […]
February 2, 2010
A new study suggests men engage in risky driving practices more frequently than women.
U.S. (WiredPRNews.com) – For years women’s driving habits have been stereotyped by some as being second best to those of men. As reported by The 33 News, a new study has found that it is men who engage in risky driving behaviors […]
January 19, 2010
A recent report reveals that the abuse of youth inmates in Texas remains a problem.
Dallas (WiredPRNews.com) – A recent report reveals that a significant number of inmates in the facilities of the Texas Youth Commission report being sexually abused. As reported by NBC DFW News, a Bureau of Justice survey revealed high rates of sexual […]
January 8, 2010
More financial incentives are being offered for weight loss from various sources.
U.S. (WiredPRNews.com) – A new weight loss trend has taken effect that has motivated many to work to shed unwanted pounds. As reported by TIME, an independent website HealthyWage.com, has joined the ranks of companies who offer their employees rewards for weight loss, and […]
December 28, 2009
Research suggests that certain aromas may help in the fight against obesity.
U.S. (WiredPRNews.com) – New research suggests anti-hunger smells could aid in the fight against obesity. As reported by LiveScience, researchers found that certain molecules may trigger a full feeling that leads to eating less.
As noted in the report, scientists at NIZO Food Research […]
December 22, 2009
The CDC has estimated that 1 in 110 children are dealing with autism.
Atlanta, GA (WiredPRNews.com) – New CDC estimates reveal the number of children with autism may be higher than previously stated. As reported by the Associated Press (AP), the new estimates by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention state that 1 in 110 […]
