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Dengue outbreak hits Taiwan
The city of Tainan in southern Taiwan reported 2,152 cases of dengue fever since last May, making this the most severe dengue outbreak in the area. Eighty percent of all the dengue cases in the country are in Tainan. Taipei […]
Scientists turn cancer cells to normal cells
Scientists from the Mayo Clinic conducted a promising study that stopped cancer cells from multiplying and turned them back to healthy cells. They found that normal cells are controlled by MicroRNAs that serve as a glue that keeps them from […]
People with autism more likely to be creative than those without
People with autism are more likely to be creative than those without the disorder, a British study says. Researchers tested participants’ creativity by seeking interpretations of images designed to be seen more than one way – such as a picture […]
Grab that extra virgin oil for lower blood sugar and cholesterol
Extra virgin olive is good for lowering blood sugar and cholesterol it seems, according to an Italian study. That may explain why a traditional Mediterranean diet rich in olive oil is linked to lower risk of cardiovascular disease, researchers say. […]
California lawmakers push to legalize assisted suicide
California lawmakers are vowing to get assisted suicide to be legalised, amidst fierce opposition from the Catholic church and disability rights activists. “Californians cannot wait any longer,” Senate leader Kevin de Leon said. Labor leader Dolores Huerta, who co-founded the […]
We get better sleep as we get older
As we age, the amount of sleep that we need decreases, but its quality increases. “Older subjects complain less about sleepiness, and pathological sleepiness is significantly lower than younger subjects,” write the researchers, indicating that we may require less sleep […]
Healthy picks when you’re travelling internationally
Heading for a vacation this summer? Below are some choices of healthy food for wherever you’re planning to go. Destination: Africa Sub-Saharan Ethopia is well known for its healthy diet with its array of stews packed with vegetarian proteins including […]
White House tackles rise in heroin death
The White House has announced that it aims to tackle heroin-related deaths as the U.S. sees a rise in heroin-related fatality. The White House will pair law enforcement officials with public health workers, as it aims to focus more on […]
Humankind depends on the existence of birds and bees
Humankind could face malnutrition, disease and even death if bird, bugs and bees were to be erased from the earth, researchers say. Researchers analyzed supplies of 224 types of food in 156 countries, quantified the vitamins and nutrients in foods […]
High-protein breakfasts protect obese teens from gaining more weight
A breakfast of 35 grams of protein or more prevents obese teens from gaining more weight, a new study has found. The study saw researchers putting together high-protein breakfasts consisting of eggs, milk, lean meats and Greek yoghurt. “This study […]
