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Families Shed Light On Likely Causative Gene For Alzheimer's
The genetic profile of two large Georgia families with high rates of late-onset Alzheimer's disease points to a gene that may cause the disease, researchers say.
Work often causes asthma
Up to 3000 new cases of asthma per year in Australia are triggered by exposure in workplaces to any of 300-400 agents, including coffee bean dust and solder flux.
Federal Court to Hear Autism-Vaccine Link Case
A federal court is hearing a case in which the plaintiffs believe that mercury in childhood vaccines led to their children's autism, according to a Reuters story. read more
Opinion: The case of the vanishing GP
Our GPs are vanishing from inner cities and rural areas, placing an undue burden on hospital emergency departments, argues Barbara Reynolds-Hutchinson.
Maternal death rare in Australia
Women in Australia have one of the lowest death rates as a result of pregnancy or its management in the world, according to a report.
Mechanism of cell death uncovered
Researchers have revealed how proteins are able to puncture a cell's power supply, the mitochnodria, triggering cell death that can prevent tumour growth.
South Korea battles new bird flu outbreak
PYONGYANG, North Korea, May 12 (UPI) -- A new outbreak of birdflu in South Korea's capital has prompted North Korea to place its quarantine officials on high alert.
King-Harbor's recovery could take years
Prospects for the Willowbrook hospital reopening are grim, officials say. L.A. County's bureaucracy is seen as one impediment. ...
James Randerson on MP's survey about abortion and embryology
James Randerson reports that a survey of 100 MP's shows that a majority will vote in favour of more embryo research and against a further rduction in abortion in the...
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Smoking ban benefit: fewer youths lighting up
Laws restricting smoking in public restaurants deters teens from starting the habit. ...
Vitamin B-12 deficiency linked to acid reducers
After taking Aciphex to treat heartburn for four years, I developed a vitamin B-12 deficiency. I complained to my doctor about being tired all the time. I was also diagnosed...
Test could predict menopause
As a result of new research, women over 30 could soon take a simple test to predict their age at menopause, allowing them to better plan for motherhood.
Nutrition For The Growing Athlete: The Good, The Bad And The Ugly
For millions of American children and teens playing sports, good nutrition is critical for maximum health, performance and normal growth. Yet, with all the information available out there, it's becoming...
Anti-virulence Factor In Salmonella Discovered
Researchers have discovered an anti-virulence factor in Salmonella, knowledge that could be used to design improved Salmonella vaccines. Virulence factors allow a pathogen to thrive in the host and cause...
Naltrexone effective for Alaska Natives
Access to treatment for alcohol dependence (AD) in rural and remote areas is limited. This study evaluated the effectiveness of two pharmacotherapies for AD – naltrexone alone, and in combination...
Clues Into How Preeclampsia May Surface In Some Pregnancies
The COMT gene -- known already for its role in schizophrenia -- has been found to play a role in preeclampsia, according to a report in Nature. The study further...
Digging Deeper Into The Genetics Of Schizophrenia By Evaluating MicroRNAs
Researchers at Columbia University Medical Center have illuminated a window into how abnormalities in microRNAs may contribute to the behavioral and neuronal deficits associated with schizophrenia and possibly other brain...
UV lotion lights the way to cleaner facilities
A team of Canadian scientists using a lotion which glows under ultraviolet light have shown that up to a third of patient toilets are not properly cleaned. Their findings, published...
US co-inventor of nicotine patch dies
A pioneer in the fight against tobacco and the co-inventor of the nicotine patch, Murray Jarvik, died this week of congestive heart failure, the University of California said Saturday. He...
70 people sickened during San Francisco conference
(AP) -- It's a new kind of virus for Sun Microsystems Inc. At the company's JavaOne conference this week in San Francisco, 70 people came down with what officials...
New outbreak of bird flu hits India: minister
Bird flu has spread to the hilly Darjeeling district of eastern India which has been hit by avian influenza several times already this year, a minister said Saturday.
HIV patient triggers a doctor's dilemma about confidentiality and safety
When a patient tests HIV-positive, a doctor has to navigate state law and medical ethics. It can be a rocky path. ...
Vaccine falls short in fighting flu
NEW YORK, May 10 (UPI) -- U.S. researchers said survey results show last year's flu vaccine fell far short, compared to past years, in keeping people from getting...
Respiratory issues rise after Katrina
WASHINGTON, May 9 (UPI) -- The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said complaints of respiratory illness among Gulf Coast children increased after Hurricane Katrina.
Side-angle yoga postures boost strength and stability
Much of yoga is about practicing proper alignment and focus, so be precise when performing yoga postures. You should strive to feel centered while developing strength and stability in each...
High-fat ketogenic diet gives relief from seizures
The regimen is one of several diets that can provide relief from the symptoms of various illnesses when medication fails. ...
Exercise can ease fibromyalgia pain
Studies show that chronic pain sufferers can reduce the severity of symptoms by adding a moderate workout regimen to their treatment. ...