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Deadly Mers virus ‘could now be airborne’, warn scientists in study on Saudi Arabian barn
Scientists have found the first evidence that a deadly virus originating in the Middle East may have become airborne. The Middle East Respiratory Syndrome (Mers) virus has killed at least 327 of the recorded 850 people it has infected around […]
Light drinking less healthy than thought
A glass or two of booze is good for your heart, according to long-standing medical advice that drinkers are often fond of citing. But, according to a new study, this cherished invitation to say “cheers” is well off the mark. […]
Proper sleeping positions
Lying flat on your back forces your spine into an unnatural position, which can strain your muscles, joints and nerves. Your spine isn’t meant to be straight – it has three natural curves: one in your lower back, one in […]
Queensland discovery eases pain for Hodgkin’s lymphoma patients
Queensland researchers have made a breakthrough in the treatment of Hodgkin’s lymphoma, finding a way to minimise the amount of chemotherapy patients have to endure to fight the cancer. The researchers from Cancer Council Queensland, Translational Research Institute and the […]
Mangosteen fruit shown to kill breast cancer cells without causing harm
A tropical fruit native to Southeast Asia has been shown in a new study to protect against breast cancer. Researchers from the University of Chinese Academy of Sciences’ (UCAS) College of Life Sciences found that the pericarp of the mangosteen […]
5 Effective ways to treat ringworm
Ringworm is a very common type of fungal infection that is seen to affect children and adults alike. Also known as tinea, this condition can be characterized by the formation of a red ring on the surface of the skin. […]
Single injection to regulate diabetes, coming soon
A single jab of the protein FGF1 would be sufficient to balance the blood sugar levels, finds new animal study. The Salk scientists discovered that sustained treatment with the protein doesn’t merely keep blood sugar under control, but also reverses […]
New research links plasticizers to breast cancer
Overexposure to plasticizers could almost double the risk of contracting breast cancer, according to findings by local researchers. The findings of the research — jointly conducted by the Academia Sinica, National Health Research Institute and National Taiwan University Hospital — […]
Novartis and Google to develop ‘smart’ contact lens
Novartis has struck an agreement with Google to develop “smart” contact lenses that would help diabetics to track their blood glucose levels or restore the eye’s ability to focus.The device for diabetics would measure glucose in tear fluid and send […]
Artichokes for a healthy heart
They may not look all that appetizing, but artichokes are one of the most nutritious vegetables that you can eat. If you’re trying to lose weight, stock up on artichokes, since they do not have fat and are free of […]
