Articles by Michael McEnaney
Non-marital birth rate on the decline for first time in decades, report finds
Like declines in overall fertility, researchers are pointing to recession for this recent decline in the non-marital birth rate.
Calling it 'a disturbing concept,' Sen. Charles Schumer looks to ban new powdered alcohol product
Senator says he'll introduce legislation to ban the sale of 'powdered alcohol.' He claims the Federal Drug Administration is refusing to investigate the product's health risks.
Mom/Dad, you’re partly to blame for distracted teen driving, study claims
A new study found that over 50 percent of teens report talking on cell phones with their mother or father while driving.
Why do we trust someone? It’s all in how we feel about their face
New research suggests we make determination about trust almost instantly, simply by sizing up a strangers’ face.
Skin cancer breakthrough? New wristband changes color when you’ve had too much sun
New wearable, disposable wristband goes from yellow to pink when your skin has had too much sun. Could be big help in the fight against skin cancer.
July a record breaker for Apple's App Store. Hit 75 billion cumulative App Store downloads
As release of the iPhone 6 looms and overall iPhone sales soar, Apple is concerned over the iPad's tepid sales numbers.
Life expectancy in U.S. split along racial lines, especially in Wisconsin
The discrepancy in life expectancy between black and white Americans is improving — but not in every state, study shows.
Less than an hour of video games a day equals well-adjusted kids. Who Knew?
A recent study found that children who indulge in playing video games for an hour or less were better-adjusted as compared to those who never played video games or those who played for three hours a day or more.
Chinese workers fume over Microsoft's Nokia layoffs. Call move 'hostile and violent'
Hundreds of Chinese employees at Microsoft's Nokia phone business protested on Friday against layoffs the U.S. tech company announced last month.
Melanoma cases up 200 percent in U.S. costing $8 billion annually
The U.S. Surgeon General has stated that effective and frequent sun protection, including the use of broad-spectrum sunscreens, is more critical than ever in helping prevent skin cancer.
Starting today in New York City you've got five sick days. Other cities eye similar law
Under the law, companies with at least five employees are required to provide each worker with up to five days of paid sick leave each year.
Deadly lightning strikes not as rare as you think. Other weather events taking 2,000 U.S. lives a year
According to a recent Centers for Disease Control and Prevention report, 10,649 people in the U.S. died as a result of weather events between 2006 and 2010.
Surgeon General on tanning: 'Major public health problem'
Surgeon General states that skin cancer is a 'major public health problem.' He recommends people wear sunscreen and a hat or stay in the shade and completely avoid indoor tanning.
$100/month, four-line wireless family plan? T-Mobile's latest offer best yet
T-Mobile's latest promotion is dubbed the 'Simple Choice' plan. It is a limited-period offer which, at a $100 monthly cost, will enable a family of four to take advantage of unlimited talk, text and up to 10 gigabytes of data.
New chip can simulate body's reaction to various drugs. May help with new treatment methods
A new start-up company out of Harvard University research institute is claiming they can transform slivers of silicon into testing devices that simulate human organs. Tech may help speed the development of new drugs for treatment.
Being open with your emotions: Works for women, not so much for men
New study looks at what men and women respond to and what may lead to that initial spark and perhaps a long lasting relationship.
Parents of obese kids: They'll tackle kids' diet, ignore exercise
A new study claims that the parents of overweight kids are willing to help their kids be healthier through changes in their diets rather than in their activity levels.
Social posts for profit? Might be the new social media hook
Social Media start-up Bubblews, along with lesser known social site Bonzo Me, have begun paying users for posts that attract traffic and advertisers. Bonzo Me is actually paying its users up to 80% of its ad revenue for the most popular posts.
DIYers jumping into Internet of Things? One company thinks they'd love to
Three-year-old littleBits Electronics is ready to make it easy for anyone to make electronic devices that connect to the Internet. It's cloudBit module lets users turn any object into an Internet-connected smart device.
Less-educated choosing healthcare as a career. Over 60 percent of workforce has no bachelor's degree
The recent surge in healthcare positions is favoring jobs that require less education and has provided a road to jobs for lower-paid workers, study says.
A pain killer you can't abuse? FDA has approved one
The Food and Drug Administration has approved a new combination pain pill from the maker of OxyContin. The pill is designed to discourage abuse by painkiller addicts.
Teens and human growth hormones: Getting way too cozy
Teen usage of synthetic human growth hormone increased by 120 percent from 2012 to 2013 in the U.S., according to results from the latest Partnership Attitude Tracking Study.
Canvas fingerprinting: Meet your new online behavior tracker
New webtracking tech has been developed to track your online habits across many of the world's most popular websites.
Being stylish on the cheap. Most people say it can be done
A new poll claims most Americans say it doesn't take a lot of money to be stylish. Some 86 percent of respondents said it was possible to be stylish on a limited budget.
Breakthrough for battle on schizophrenia? Scientists discover new clues to understanding disorder
The biggest-ever study of its kind has discovered more than 100 genes that play some kind of role in the development of schizophrenia. The hope is detailed study of these findings will lead to new medical approaches in the treating the disorder.
Sleepless nights associated with significant weight gain, study claims
Sleep deprivation affects every process in the body, according to researchers. Lack of sleep is now linked to weight gain as well.
Doctor personality wins over actual care provided when it comes to rating doctors
When Americans are asked to volunteer what they think is the most important factor that makes a high-quality doctor, the actual delivery of health care takes a back seat. The doctor-patient relationship counts heavily.
Certain look can tell you where your relationship is headed, new research says
Latest University of Chicago research reveals that a person's gaze could reveal their true intentions. A person's eyes will focus on another's facial features when their interest is romance but tend to focus on the body alone when the interest is purely sexual.
Sexually active teens skipping HIV tests. Group makes up significant share of infections
Only one in five sexually active U.S. teens has been tested for HIV, new government report shows. Roughly 60 percent of youths with HIV don't realize they are infected, the report notes.
Teen drivers listen up: Here’s a few easy driving tips to help keep everyone safer
As summer approaches the halfway mark, teen drivers need to take stock and begin practicing safer driving habits.
