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Small mental decline associated with major surgery, study finds
Uncertainty that surgery may impact cognitive functioning is apparent in many patients – a survey from UK’s University of Wisconsin (UW) points to some 65% of people who are worried about potential postoperative effects. However, a follow-up study by the […]
Shortened trainee doctor hours no danger to patients
A medical student need not spend 100-hour work weeks to know their art. A new US study found no significant difference in patient safety or costs when comparing results from doctors trained before and after the caps of 80 hours […]
Pelican BioThermal provided vital support for diabetes awareness challenge
Cold chain packaging leader Pelican BioThermal proved itself as a vital supporter and an official partner in a global diabetes awareness cycling challenge through its Crēdo ProMed medical transport bag. Pelican BioThermal is an official partner of the two-wheeled project, […]
Biopsy robot combines MRI and ultrasound
Dutch researchers are working on a robot that can perform an MRI and an ultrasound. The biopsy robot aims reduce this percentage of false negatives in breast cancer diagnosis. A biopsy in the MRI scanner could present a solution, explains […]
Enzymes for a healthier you
It’s the stuff of life, enzymes. Without enzymes, life as we know it would not exist. Enzymes are proteins that act as a catalyst for chemical reactions in the body that are essential for life. A simple example: enzymes help […]
Tuberculosis-diabetes co-epidemic looms, experts warn
A new report warns of tuberculosis-diabetes epidemic as the two diseases intertwine in many countries, driven in part by a rise in unhealthy lifestyles. Having diabetes triples a person’s risk of contracting TB, which killed about 1.5 million people last […]
Supplement pill made from squid found to improve brain and heart function
Researchers have found that a new supplement made from squid, called Bioglan Calamari Gold pill, was better than cod liver capsules as it contained five times more Omega-3 and could lead to improved brain and heart function. The product would […]
Nearly half of Cambodians lack access to safe water
Nearly half the population of Cambodia does not have access to safe water and basic sanitation, a U.N. agency said Friday ahead of World Water Day, calling on the authorities to give greater attention to improving rural water supply in […]
Simple beauty tips for Valentine’s Day
Make-up artist Vikkie Anand shares simple and easy beauty tips to keep in mind before planning a Valentine look. * Eye make-up: Go for charcoal eye make-up instead of the usual smokey eye. You can go for bold look by […]
