Category: Features
Medical Devices: Of opportunities and drivers that keep it in shape
The medical devices industry has been hit by high healthcare costs and weakened markets, yet has generally remained unperturbed in the long term, due to the vast opportunities for growth offered by emerging medical trends. From pop culture to healthcare […]
Malaysia haze: Huge jump in asthma cases
PUTRAJAYA – Public hospitals have recorded an upsurge in asthma attacks, with those in Johor and Malacca jumping by more than 100 per cent due to the haze that has heavily enveloped the two states. Other haze-related health complications have […]
Nearly 49,000 infected with dengue, 59 dead in Thailand
BANGKOK- Nearly 49,000 people in Thailand have been infected with dengue virus, 59 of whom died, Thai National News Bureau reported Friday. According to Public Health Minister Pradit Sintavanarong, dengue situation in Thailand is still of concern given nearly 49, […]
Common causes of frequent night-time urination
The circadian rhythm of urine production ensures that the secretion of the anti-diuretic hormone – which balances the amount of fluid in the body – peaks at night. So the kidneys reabsorb water, and urine output is 20 to 30 […]
First human infection of H6N1 bird flu confirmed in Taiwan
TAIPEI- Taiwan’s disease control authority on Friday confirmed that the world’s first human infection of H6N1 bird flu has been reported on the island, adding that the patient has already recovered. Source: Xinhua
New smartwatch comes with a built-in breathalyzer that tests user’s blood alcohol level
A new smartwatch that tests the blood alcohol level by acting as a breathalyzer and also assesses the wearer’s sobriety with an in-built game has been launched by a Japanese watchmaker. Tokyoflash’s Kisai Intoxicated watch has a breathalyser hidden beneath […]
Researchers find a possible treatment for premature aging disease
HGPS is a rare genetic disease and one in every 4-8 million births is affected by this disease. The disease is caused by a spontaneous mutation in one of the two copies (alleles) of the gene LMNA, which codes for […]
Effects of long-term smoking and neurosurgical outcomes
On morbidity and mortality, the effects of long-term cigarette smoking have long been known. In a more immediate sense, smoking in the days and weeks before surgery can lead to morbidity and complications for many surgical procedures. In this review, […]
Recent research suggests new approach to fight lung cancer
Cancer cells have a much different – and more complex – metabolism than normal cells, shows recent research. Now, scientists at The University of Texas at Dallas have found that exploiting these differences might provide a new strategy to combat […]
Study discovers how the brain controls accents and impersonations
At Royal Holloway University, a study led by researcher Carolyn McGettigan, has identified the brain regions and interactions involved in impersonations and accents. Using an fMRI scanner, the team asked participants, all non-professional impressionists, to repeatedly recite the opening lines […]
