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Drug could rid people of bad memories and trauma
A drug could be re-purposed to erase painful memories from people who have suffered trauma and pain, scientists hope. Experiments on mice have found that fingolimod, a multiple sclerosis drug, could rid them of the memories of physical pain. In […]
Vinegar: the next superfood?
BETWEEN the balsamic, sherry and red wine vinegars on our salads and the alcohol vinegars in our cleaning products, the applications for the acidic liquid are virtually endless. But can vinegar be considered a health food? A report published by […]
70% of dentists in Japan leave drills inadequately sterilized
Up to 70 percent of dental clinics use instruments for drilling teeth that are improperly sterilized, according to a recent survey. The survey, conducted by a team comprising researchers from the National Institute of Infectious Diseases and other entities, called […]
Traditional Asian remedy found to fight prostate cancer
A widely used traditional Asian health food supplement can actually help to inhibit the growth of prostate cancer cells depending on its production process, according to New Zealand research out Thursday. University of Auckland researcher Ben Kao compared the impact […]
Chocolates with pig DNA in Malaysia removed
PETALING JAYA: Two types of chocolates found to contain porcine DNA will be pulled off the shelves immediately, said Health Ministry director-general Datuk Dr Noor Hisham Abdullah. “Cadbury Confectionery Malaysia Sdn Bhd has assured that these products will be recalled,” […]
Nail Polish could be bad for your health
Nail polish is a luxury that some women can’t live without. While some choose to glam it up in today’s world, it’s a kind of tribal decoration that undoubtedly once carried a lot more significance than we give it credit […]
Five unexpected causes of wrinkles
Almost everyone is aware that photo-aging from too much sun accumulated through the years is the main cause of wrinkles, followed closely by smoking. The aging process itself leads to wrinkles and lines, but that process could be slowed dramatically […]
Lack of sleep could cause cancer
One of the most important needs of the human body is sleep. When your sleep is of poor quality and lasts only a short duration, then risks of cardiovascular diseases, diabetes mellitus, obesity and even cancer, increase. Sleep is essential […]
Leech Therapy could cure blood vessel-related disorders
When all other forms of medicine fail, people turn to the traditional way which time and again has proved effective. One such traditional ayurvedic application, leech therapy, is coming to the rescue of several patients suffering from dermatological and blood […]
Overdrinking could result swelling of the brain
Overdrinking can reduce the salt concentration of the blood that can result in the swelling of the brain. Scientists have found a “stop mechanism” that determines brain signals telling the individual to stop drinking water, Khaleej Times reported. The study […]
