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WHO: All gay men should take antiretroviral drugs
HIV infections are “exploding” among gay men, according to the World Health Organization. In fact, the infection rates are so bad, the organization—for the first time—”strongly recommends men who have sex with men consider taking antiretroviral medicines as an additional […]
Dermatologists will be happy to know Tri-Luma is back
Only FDA-approved melasma treatment to re-launch after improvements to manufacturing process and supply chain. For many dermatologists and general practitioners, Tri-Luma, the only FDA-approved melasma treatment with three active ingredients, is one of the key weapons in their armoury when […]
MERS unlikely to spread in Asia: WHO expert
Asian countries should keep their guard against the deadly Middle East respiratory virus, although it is unlikely to spread to the region, a World Health Organization expert said Thursday. The Middle East respiratory syndrome (MERS) appears to be less infectious […]
Using body’s immune system to fight cancer
Fighting cancer using the body’s own immune system has been hailed as a breakthrough treatment and local doctors are cottoning on. The National University Cancer Institute (NCIS) said that it has set up clinical trials for immunotherapy, which could extend […]
Cancer feeds on fructose
In addition to containing mercury, a known carcinogen, cancer cells actually feed on high-fructose corn syrup after it is metabolized by the liver. A recent study, published in the Expert Opinion on Therapeutic Targets, examined the link between refined sugar […]
Quick fix to cough and throat problems with licorice
An ayurvedic solution to sore throat and cough. Ayurveda is considered to have the most natural medical solutions to many health troubles. In the changing season, cough and sore throat are the most common problems faced by us. To recover […]
Use methi seeds to banish dandruff
Methi or fenugreek seeds and leaves alike are common additions to an Indian diet. But this tiny brown seed is not simply a condiment. Packed with amazing health benefits, right from being able to increase the production of breast milk […]
Cinnamon may be used to halt the progression of Parkinson’s Disease
Neurological scientists have found that using cinnamon, a common food spice and flavoring material, can reverse the biomechanical, cellular and anatomical changes that occur in the brains of mice with Parkinson’s disease (PD). The results of the study were recently […]
China manufacturers producing defective condoms, catheters, IV sets
The China Food and Drug Administration said on Tuesday that it will levy harsher punishments for the illegal production and sale of medical equipment after it discovered defective products in a nationwide survey. On March 15, the CFDA launched an […]
50% of peanut butter samples contaminated with aflatoxin, says CF
TAIPEI, Taiwan –The Consumers’ Foundation (CF) announced yesterday that 50 percent of sampled peanut butter was found to contain aflatoxin. The CF said, however, that the amount of aflatoxin discovered in the test samples did not exceed the 15 parts […]
