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McDonald's Pit Bull Ad: Why the Outcry?

Posted by Benjamin Radford Fri Feb 10, 2012 02:38 PM ET | 0

A McDonald's chicken nuggets ad set off a furor among pit bull owners who claimed it demonized their dogs. Did it? Read more

Smart Phones Improve Memory

Posted by Christina Ortiz Fri Feb 10, 2012 12:07 PM ET | 0

People with memory loss injuries may regain some independence by using smart phones. Read more

Nike Outfits Amputee Athletes With New Shoes

Posted by Christina Ortiz Fri Feb 10, 2012 09:32 AM ET | 0

Amputee athletes can run safely on these blade-fitting soles. Read more

Nike Outfits Amputee Athletes With New Shoes

Headgear Protects Boxers' Brains, Mostly

Posted by Jesse Emspak Wed Feb 8, 2012 11:33 AM ET | 0

If you box and want to keep your brain working, wear headgear. Read more

Headgear Protects Boxers' Brains, Mostly

Vision Quest: Liquid Lenses Adjust to Eyesight

Posted by Alyssa Danigelis Wed Feb 8, 2012 09:36 AM ET | 0

In areas lacking access to advanced eye care, glasses with liquid lenses bring new focus. Read more

Vision Quest: Liquid Lenses Adjust to Eyesight

Diamond Coating Improves Artificial Joints

Posted by Jesse Emspak Mon Feb 6, 2012 03:46 PM ET | 0

Diamond coatings on joint replacements are safe, and could make them more durable less painful. Read more

Diamond Coating Improves Artificial Joints

Kids Picture Veggies -- Then Eat Them

Posted by Sheila Eldred Mon Feb 6, 2012 09:28 AM ET | 0

By slapping pictures of green beans on lunch trays, a school prompts kids to choose the veggies from their buffet. Read more

Mysterious Blue Balls Fall in England

Posted by Benjamin Radford Wed Feb 1, 2012 08:44 AM ET | 0

A British man found about two dozen bizarre clear blue gel balls in his garden, sparking a mystery. Read more

Overweight Doctors Less Likely to Diagnose Obesity

Posted by Sheila Eldred Tue Jan 31, 2012 09:37 AM ET | 0

If you're heavier than your doctor, you're more likely to be told you're overweight. Read more

Overweight Doctors Less Likely to Diagnose Obesity

Sensor Powered by Rap Music, Yo

Posted by Jesse Emspak Fri Jan 27, 2012 10:03 AM ET | 0

A sound-powered medical device could be implanted deeper into the body. Read more

Gadget Guides You to a Calmer State

Posted by Christina Ortiz Wed Jan 25, 2012 10:24 AM ET | 0

By measuring heart rhythm and breathing rate, this device helps users manage their stress. Read more

A Kinder, Gentler Way to Wake Up

Posted by Christina Ortiz Mon Jan 23, 2012 11:30 AM ET | 0

This alarm-nightlight combo wakes its user up gently by gradually increasing light. Read more

Bubbles Propel Microrockets Through Acid

Posted by Alyssa Danigelis Sat Jan 21, 2012 10:27 AM ET | 0

Somewhat like effervescent tablets, these little rockets bubble up, then zoom away. Read more

Bubbles Propel Microrockets Through Acid

Why School Junk Food Isn't Making Kids Fat

Posted by Benjamin Radford Thu Jan 19, 2012 06:02 PM ET | 0

The availability of junk food in middle school is not the culprit. Read more

Why School Junk Food Isn't Making Kids Fat

Device Drowns Out Dentist’s Drill

Posted by Christina Ortiz Thu Jan 19, 2012 10:00 AM ET | 0

A headphone device could drown out the high-pitched sound of a dentist's drill. Read more

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