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Exercise may cut risk of death among elderly men
Elderly men who exercise regularly – even by doing light activities like walking – may be less likely to die than those who are sedentary, a large Norwegian study suggests. Researchers followed about 5,700 men for about five decades, starting […]
Octopus-inspired medical robotics
Scientists in Italy have devised a prototype arm inspired by the octopus that may one day lead to minimally-invasive robotic surgery. Like the octopus’ limb, the slender remote-controlled gadget can extend and bend and be either soft or rigid, the […]
More health benefits of Vitamin E
Long established as a powerful antioxidant, vitamin E is important for the membrane that envelops your muscle cells, promoting proper healing from the natural tears that take place when you work out, according to a new study. “Every cell in […]
Fast heart beat may be as signal of diabetes risk
Researchers from the US and China have found an association between resting heart rate and diabetes that could help identify those with a higher future risk for the disease. In a study of 73,357 Chinese adults, they found that faster […]
The drugs you are taking may be fake
Many of us have a strong faith in the power of modern medicine. We go to the doctor or pharmacist, get the prescribed pills, take them religiously and expect to be cured of whatever ails us. Oftentimes, this faith is justified, […]
Bowel cancers 101
Colorectal cancer refers to cancer in the colon and/or rectum. Malaysian cancer statistics (2007) show that one in eight Malaysians suffer from colorectal cancer, making it the second most common cancer in Malaysia. Like any cancer, it is a “silent” […]
Don’t rely on sunshine only for energy during pregnancy
Even in one of the world’s favorite places to catch some rays — the Mediterranean — low levels of vitamin D are common during pregnancy, according to a new study. Presented Monday at the European Congress of Endocrinology in Dublin, […]
Memory loss may not always be first sign of Alzheimer’s
While memory loss is thought to be a classical first sign of Alzheimer’s disease, some middle-aged people and younger seniors may initially experience different cognitive problems such as trouble with language or problem solving, a large U.S. study suggests. Researchers […]
Gastric bypass helps treat diabetes, but has risks
Two years after surgery, people who have had gastric bypass have better control of their type 2 diabetes than people who did not, but also had higher risk of infections and bone fractures, according to a new international study. “Some […]
A natural plant chemical that helps combat tooth decay
Say goodbye to dental cavities the natural way. Oral care products containing a natural compound, known as trans-chalcone, acts against harmful mouth bacteria and could improve oral health by helping to prevent the build-up of plaque, revealed a new study […]
