Being called ‘fat’ may increase obesity risk for girls

New research from the University of California Los Angeles suggests that labeling a 10-year-old girl as fat may increase her risk of becoming obese almost a decade later.

Boosting the immune system with vitamin A may help in the fight against tuberculosis

Tuberculosis is a major global problem, affecting 2 billion people worldwide and causing an estimated 2 million deaths annually. Western countries are once again tackling the disease, with recent outbreaks in Los Angeles and London.

Red Wine Reduces Breast Cancer Risk

Regular alcohol consumption raises breast cancer risk, except for red wine, which has the opposite effect when consumed in moderation, researchers from Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles reported in the Journal of Women’s Health…

New Year’s Eve Hangover Cure

With New Year’s Eve party time fast approaching, people all over the world are set to enjoy themselves on what is one of the only global holiday events, observed in pretty much every nation.

JFC International Inc. Recalls "Frozen Capelin" Due To Possible Health Risk

JFC International, Inc. of Los Angeles, CA is recalling all of its un-eviscerated Frozen Capelin because they have the potential to be contaminated with Clostridium botulinum, a bacterium which can cause life-threatening illness or death