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First drug to treat Fragile X?
The first drug to treat the underlying disorder instead of the symptoms of Fragile X, the most common cause of inherited intellectual disability, shows some promise according to a new...
Norovirus surge seen in Calgary
Calgary health officials say they have been seeing a lot of cases of norovirus, a gastrointestinal illness.
Antibiotic Shows Promise to Treat Irritable Bowel Syndrome
An antibiotic called rifaximin has shown promise in treating irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) in two large clinical trials by targeting bacteria in the gut.
Bacteria eyed for possible role in atherosclerosis
Dr Emil Kozarov and a team of researchers at the Columbia University College of Dental Medicine have identified specific bacteria that may have a key role in vascular pathogenesis, specifically...
Violence against mothers linked to 1.8 million female infant and child deaths in India
The deaths of 1.8 million female infants and children in India over the past 20 years are related to domestic violence against their mothers, according to a new study led...
Lifetime risk of adult rheumatoid arthritis determined
Researchers have determined the lifetime risk of developing rheumatoid arthritis and six other autoimmune rheumatic diseases for both men and women.
Organic onions, carrots and potatoes do not have higher levels of healthful antioxidants
With the demand for organically produced food increasing, scientists are reporting new evidence that organically grown onions, carrots, and potatoes generally do not have higher levels of healthful...
How studded winter tires may damage public health, as well as pavement
Scientists are reporting new evidence on how studded tires -- wintertime fixtures in some areas but banned in others for causing damage to pavement -- may...
Mount Sinai develops first screening tool for war veterans to assess traumatic brain injury
A team of researchers at Mount Sinai School of Medicine has developed the first web-based screening tool for Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI). This instrument has recently been used by soldiers...
Scientist Haunted by Misuse of Drugs He Invented
David Nichols Researched Treatments for Depression, Parkinson's but Work Hijacked to Make Street Drugs
UA surgeons remove brain tumors through nose
(PhysOrg.com) -- An innovative surgical technique now performed at University Medical Center involves removing skull base brain tumors entirely through the nose and sinuses without incisions to the face...
Antibiotic use in infancy may increase risk of childhood asthma
(PhysOrg.com) -- Children who receive antibiotics within the first six months of life are at a significantly increased risk of developing asthma and allergies by 6 years of age, even...
Flu flourishing in Ontario
The holiday season brought not only joy and good will to Ontario, but the flu as well, according to public health officials.
FDA's Number Two Official Leaving for Maryland
Joshua Sharfstein, the number two official at the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA),...
Prescriptions: F.D.A. Orders Tobacco Industry to Disclose Ingredients
Part of the new federal law requires specific changes to be disclosed.
Mediterranean diet associated with slower rate of cognitive decline
The Mediterranean diet, rich in vegetables, fish, and olive oil and moderate in wine and alcohol, is associated with slower rates of cognitive decline in older adults, according to researchers...
Germany's terminally-ill 'Dr. Death' to put own body on show
The German anatomist dubbed "Doctor Death", who has turned stomachs worldwide preserving and displaying dead bodies, said Wednesday he is terminally ill and plans to exhibit his own corpse.
Study reveals personal motivation influences healing following knee surgery
Personal motivation may be the biggest factor in determining the length of time it takes for a patient to return to work following a total knee replacement, according to new...
Lead poisoning prevention discovered by Tulane researchers
Researchers in New Orleans have tested a simple and inexpensive way to reduce children's exposure to lead-polluted soilcovering playgrounds with a layer of clean soil.
New method for making large quantities of deuterium-depleted drinking water
Scientists in China are reporting development of a less expensive, more eco-friendly method for making deuterium-depleted drinking water, citing studies suggesting that it may be a more healthful form of...
Pollutants' Passage From Mother To Child
Toxic Substances: Researchers assess how efficiently mothers transfer 87 environmental contaminants to their developing babies.
Spike in kidney patients: Eastern Health
The largest health authority in Newfoundland and Labrador says it is responding to a surge in new kidney patients, and that it expects diagnoses to only climb in the years...
How Fast You Walk May Predict How Long You’ll Live
Doctors who are interested in measuring life expectancy may now have a simple way to do it.
Is homeopathy on the ropes after ban on prescription for pets?
Homeopaths who recommend remedies for the prevention of serious infectious diseases are now coming under the spotlightHomeopathy is under real pressure following recent developments, highlighted in a hard-hitting report by BBC TV science...
Deaths from drug overdose on the rise
(PhysOrg.com) -- A study from the University of Colorado Denver has found a substantial increase in U.S. rates of death due to drug overdoses. This trend was present in all...
Biological joints could replace artificial joints soon
Artificial joint replacements can drastically change a patient's quality of life. Painful, arthritic knees, shoulders and hips can be replaced with state-of-the-art metal or ceramic implants,...
Power Band bracelets 'a scam' professor says
A wrist band worn by athletes to improve performance is nothing more than a good luck charm, according to a professor of sport and exercise who ran a small trial...
Give up smoking for good with tips from Loyola doctor
If youre a smoker wanting to get off to a healthier start this new year, Loyola University Health System will co-host a free smoking-cessation workshop to help you kick the...