The drug company which hiked up the price of a drug used to treat AIDS-related infections has reported a $14.6 million quarterly loss.

Are slackers more adept at handling work-life stress than type-A go-getters? A new study finds that may be the case. Those who cope with work-family conflict by becoming busier and looking for more resources to solve problems – type-A multitaskers — actually experience more stress and strain, says the study in the Journal of Applied Psychology. The researchers studied 193 people who were all combining work and college studies with family duties. But in a finding that may baffle busy-bee readers, people who avoid problems – those we might call slackers in a different context — who withdraw and, say, lie down and take a nap instead of tackling dilemmas right away, actually do better with life conflict, and seem to have more energy, says the study. Avoiding problems for the short term, or “disengaging from stressful roles temporarily, may actually help,” the write the authors Tracy Hecht at Concordia University and Julie M. McCarthy at the University of Toronto. In another interesti...

We are exposed to a plethora of chemicals, bacteria and other harmful pathogens on a daily basis. They are present in the air we breathe, the water we drink, the food we eat and the personal care products we use. Although the  human body  is able to handle a good amount of these foreign invaders, over time, the internal organs, skin and other body systems can become overloaded with toxins, which can lead to illness and even chronic disease. Regular internal cleansing  is beneficial to help stay ahead in the game. Try the following steps for 3 days to a week. Check with your doctor before beginning any detox program, and remember that these natural methods are meant to complement, not replace conventional medical care. 1. Fasting Begin a fast by abstaining from all solid foods. This should last anywhere from 3 to 7 days, depending on your tolerance level. Instead, consume only liquid calories, mainly fresh fruit or vegetable juices, vegetable broths and herbal teas. Avoid...