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Ready for deadlier Ebola-like outbreak?
A virus more deadly than Ebola has killed a man in Uganda, confirmed the World Health Organisation on Friday, raising fears of a new outbreak even as the world struggles to contain Ebola, which has killed more than 4,000 people […]
Oriental therapy effective for pain management: study
Traditional oriental treatment of moxibustion can be effective in easing pain caused by chronic diseases like cancer, researchers studying Korean medicine said Monday. Moxibustion, referring to the use of moxa made from dried mugwort in pain management, was shown to […]
How healthy lungs can bring longevity
The name of Korean traditional medicine doctor Seo Hyo-seok’s clinic, Pyunkang Korean Medicine Hospital, has a special meaning. The word ― Pyunkang ― in fact reflects the doctor’s philosophy and vision for Korean medicine. “Pyun” means tonsils, and “kang” means […]
Medical robot kills Ebola with UV light
A medical device manufacturing company called Xenex has developed a robot that can kill Ebola or other viruses using just two minutes of ultraviolet light pulses. The robot, named “Little Moe,” takes just five minutes to eradicate viruses from a […]
Health benefits of Oregano
This culinary spice that is widely used as a preservative is packed with numerous nutrients like vitamins, minerals, fibre and omega-3 fatty acids. Apart from enhancing the taste of foods and beverages, oregano also has many health benefits, here are […]
New laser technology for wrinkles and fine lines
Those who hate needles can rejoice, for the laser technology PicoSure, already used for tattoo removal and for reshaping acne scars, has received FDA clearance to treat wrinkles and fine lines. Clinical studies reported a patient satisfaction rate of 84 […]
Common cold virus has become more resilient
A new variant of cold refuses to budge. Medics say lingering sniffles is due to a mutating virus. The common cold is a great equaliser. It sees not gender, caste or religion. It starts with a mildly discomforting itch in […]
Phil drug company recalls antibiotic with decreased potency
MANILA – A pharmaceutical company has voluntarily recalled a type of antibiotic used for the treatment of susceptible infections, including upper and lower respiratory tract infections, due to the decrease in potency of the product. In an advisory, the Food […]
Working long hours tied to increased diabetes risk
People in low-paying jobs may be at higher risk of developing diabetes if they work long hours, suggests a new analysis of past research. Low-income workers were more likely to develop type 2 diabetes if they put in more than […]
Obesity increases risk of kidney failure
Obesity suppresses an important cellular process that is capable of preventing kidney cell damage, a new study has revealed. Obesity increases a chronic kidney disease patient’s risk of developing kidney failure, but the mechanism underlying this connection has remained unclear. […]
