The number of adults with diabetes in the world has more than doubled since 1980, a study in the Lancet says.
Hemophobia, or fear of blood, is a common specific phobia. The fear is categorized by the DSM-IV (Diagnostic and Statistical Manual, 4th Ed.) as part of the subtype “blood-injection-injury” phobias. This subtype, which also includes needle phobia, can cause symptoms that are not frequently seen in other types of specific phobias.
Scientists have named Britain among a list of countries most at risk from an asteroid strike.
The Communist Party of China (CPC) is celebrating its 90th anniversary.
Testicular cancer occurs most often in men aged 20 to 39.
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We'll take a look at seven of the most common financial mistakes that often lead people to major economic hardship. Even if you're already facing financial difficulties, steering clear of these mistakes could be the key to survival.
You've seen it in movies: A girl walks through an isolated parking garage. Suddenly, an evil-looking guy jumps out from behind an SUV. Girl jabs bad guy in the eyes with her keys - or maybe she kicks him in a certain sensitive place. Either way, while he's squirming, she leaps into her car and speeds to safety.
Experts want urgent research to see if the position a woman chooses to sleep in during late pregnancy affects still-birth risk, as a study suggests a link.
India was once part of the British Empire, but thanks to modern technology and a booming economy, it has turned the tables on its former colonial master. Indian tutors are helping to teach math to British children over high-speed Internet connections. Early results suggest the idea is improving exam results. But not everyone is happy at this 'outsourcing' of tutoring.