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The World Health Organization says high blood pressure is a global problem. According to the WHO, hypertension affects 20 percent of the world's population [1.3 billion of 6.7 billion]. It is associated with a greater risk of heart attack and stroke, but with some lifestyle changes, a new study says it can be controlled or even reduced. VOA's Melinda Smith has details.
A study suggests that researchers will have to find a better way to identify who is more likely to develop heart disease. Cardiovascular disease is the world's leading cause of death. It includes heart attack, stroke and high blood pressure. Over the years, researchers have identified several substances in the blood that can serve as what they call cardiac biomarkers. These are used to measure the presence and development of cardiovascular disease.
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VOANews: Does US Need a Second Stimulus Plan?
A White House official says the administration is not discussing the idea 'at this point.' A report showed that 90 percent of aid money spent so far has gone to health and education programs.
Scientists say that typhoons that hit Taiwan unleash slow earthquakes, a phenomenon that may save the island from devastating temblors. Heda Bayron reports from Taipei.
On SCIENCE IN THE NEWS: Advice about some ways to reduce the chances of H1N1 flu, deep vein thrombosis and hypoxia.
Results of a limited clinical trial of a new cancer drug may be encouraging for patients with some difficult types of cancer. The drug is called olaparib, and researchers say it disrupts the growth of cancer cells caused by an unusual genetic mutation. VOA's Melinda Smith has details.
Prescription drugs are suspected as a cause in Michael Jackson's death. If the autopsy's toxicology report confirms that suspicion, Jackson would be just one of many who fall victim to prescription drug abuse. Because medications are regulated differently from country to country, there are few global statistics on addiction to prescription drugs. In the United States, teenagers and young adults are reported to be most susceptible. VOA's Elizabeth Lee explores the problem and looks at what can be done to fight it.
VOA Special English Agriculture Report: A piece of sod has grass on the top and soil on the bottom. It can provide thick green grass without the work or wait required to grow a lawn from seed.
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VOANews: Could Typhoons Help to Prevent Severe Quakes?
SCIENCE IN THE NEWS in VOA Special English. We will talk about the winner of the 2009 World Food Prize. We will also tell about a study of one of the world's most unusual-looking animals, the echidna.
Fireworks: NYC, Chicago, Detroit, Miami, Portland, Honolulu, Miami, Washington, D.C. and more.
An over-the-counter painkiller widely used around the globe is not as safe as many people think. An expert panel told the U.S. Food and Drug Administration that acetaminophen is responsible for acute liver damage if taken in too high a dose. VOA's Carol Pearson reports.