WASHINGTON, Dec. 31 (UPI) -- Senate Majority Leader Bill Frist, R-Tenn., is being asked by an animal advocacy group to support legislation for better animal treatment to make up for fraudul
LOS ANGELES, Dec. 31 (UPI) -- Combining hormones used in hormone replacement therapy can increase the density of a woman's breast tissue, which can make detecting tumors more difficult, a new study released Tuesday suggests.
LOS ANGELES, Dec. 31 (UPI) -- A new study released Tuesday suggests combining hormones used in hormone replacement therapy can increase the density of a woman's breast.
LOS ANGELES, Dec. 31 (UPI) -- A group of widely used cholesterol-lowering drugs called statins were found not to interfere with a woman's reproductive hormone levels or her fertility, a new
Scientists say genetically modified plant genes that escape into wild plant populations pose threats to agriculture, water jets are being used to disarm Cold War missiles and other scientific discoveries.
The latest in vehicle high-tech safety features can give drivers extra reaction time to avoid dangerous crashes, an equipment manufacture told United Press International.
JIUQUAN SATELLITE LAUNCHING CENTER, China, Dec. 30 (UPI) -- China launched the fourth in a series of experimental spacecraft early Sunday, part of an extended effort to put a Chinese astronaut or "taikonaut" into space.
The successful night launch of the Shenzhou IV took place at the Jiuquan Satellite Launchin
A relatively new meat alternative derived from a fungus is popping up in grocery stores across the U.S and nutritionists say it could provide a welcome and healthful change to soy-based products for vegetarians or other people looking to lower their meat
Researchers have genetically altered mouse cells to make human collagen, environmentally friendly solvents are being made from bulk commodities and other scientific discoveries.
JIUQUAN SATELLITE LAUNCHING CENTER, China, Dec. 29 (UPI) -- China launched the fourth in a series of experimental spacecraft early Sunday, part of an extended effort to put a Chinese astronaut or "taikonaut" into space.
The fate of wild horses and burros, icons of the American frontier, continues to darken as their numbers dwindle and a proposal is considered that might move te
HOLLYWOOD, Fla., Dec. 27 (UPI) -- A controversial organization called Clonaid announced Friday it has successfully cloned the first human baby, a 7-pound girl named Eve.
As the Earth undergoes the largest mass extinction since the elimination of the dinosaurs 65 million years ago, one of the biggest unsettled questions is the phenomenon's effect on the intricate biological network upon which all life depends.
As people look to making New Year's resolutions to attain better health, getting a pet may be one avenue -- animals not only boost emotional well being, but they also play a special role in physical health and in the recovery of illness.
Scientists say a genetic defect is linked to an inherited form of heart failure, artifical snow made from potatoes is an environment-friendly option for Hollywood movie sets, and other scientific discoveries.
Some tuberculosis medicines may pose a health risk to the liver; exposure to alcohol before birth affects child's future height, weight, and other news of modern health.
Lori Anne Madison, 6, of Woodbridge, Virginia, spells out the letters in her word as she competes during the opening round of the Scripps National Spelling Bee, May 30, 2012, in National Harbor, Maryland. Madison, the youngest known qualifier in the history of the contest, correctly spelled the word "dirigible*", a lighter-than-air aircraft, to advance. UPI/Mike Theiler
