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Computers could bridge the gap caused by spinal injuries
Every year, close to 50,000 people suffer accidents and neurological disorders that lead to paralysis. Life dreams shatter in seconds, and to this day, the prospect for even partial recovery remains bleak. But there are signs of hope on the […]
2nd case of Ebola in United States deals a blow to global battle
A Texas health care worker who treated an Ebola victim has tested positive for the deadly tropical fever, dealing a blow to the worldwide battle to stem the outbreak. More than 4,000 people have died of Ebola in seven countries […]
Top herbs to help cleanse lungs, make breathing easier
Whether it’s inhaling dust and harmful particles that are a part of the work environment, using harsh cleaning products around the house or simply being subjected to the many toxins and molds that people encounter throughout daily life, one thing […]
Handle fresh food better, M’sians told
KUALA LUMPUR – An apple a day will not keep the doctor away, especially when Malaysians do not even know how to handle fresh food. “Apples and pears are very ‘sensitive’. When apples arrive here whether from New Zealand or […]
‘Good’ fat that protects against diabetes discovered
Fat is not all that bad. Scientists have now discovered a new class of molecules -produced in human and mouse fat – that protects against diabetes. The researchers found that giving this new “good” fat or lipid to mice with […]
Two eye treatments with one machine
Get your astigmatism corrected too when you have your cataract or clouded lens removed. Gleneagles Hospital has bought an $80,000 machine that, coupled with its bladeless cutter, makes the lens placement following the removal of the cataract so accurate that […]
Humid houses pose health hazards
Indoor air quality concerns more than just the fumes and smoke in the house. Dampness and mould pose health risks too, especially for people living with asthma. Researchers warn that people’s living habits and the new energy efficient technology used […]
Egypt’s alternative therapies
Energy therapy and hypnotherapy healing techniques are an alternative to traditional medical therapies in the treatment of diseases like heart strokes, respiratory disease, kidney failure, and liver diseases which kill thousands of citizens every year. Although energy healing is widely […]
Want to turn bad fat to good? This could help
Strapping on an ice-pack to a flabby area for 30 minutes may be key to burning body fat, suggests a new study. Exposure to cold temperatures may prompt unhealthy white fat in the thighs and belly to turn into brown […]
‘Don’t self-medicate for pain in your joints’
Persistent aching or swelling in the joints could indicate osteo-arthritis, say doctors, who suggest expert advice If you have been suffering pain in your joints for over a week, you might be better off visiting a doctor rather than self-medicate, […]
