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Flu eases in some areas of U.S.
U.S. health officials say nine more deaths of children from the flu have been reported, bringing the total this flu season to 29.
Some With Autism Diagnosis Can Recover, Study Finds
A new study suggests that some people who have received an autism diagnosis are able to improve significantly and not qualify for the diagnosis later in life.
F.D.A. to Tighten Regulation of All-Metal Hip Implants
The F.D.A. is proposing rules that could stop manufacturers from selling a type of artificial hip that is failing early in many patients.
Hazardous smog blights Beijing
One of Beijing's worst rounds of air pollution kept schoolchildren indoors and sent coughing residents to hospitals
Potential new way to slow growth of prostate cancer cells
(Phys.org)—New insights by WAIMR researchers into how a tiny microRNA molecule may suppress prostate tumours have been published internationally, in the Journal of Biological Chemistry.
Migraine with aura may lead to heart attack, blood clots for women
Women who have migraines with aura, which are often visual disturbances such as flashing lights, may be more likely to have problems with their heart and blood vessels, and those...
Choline supplements in pregnancy a new approach to schizophrenia prevention
Choline, an essential nutrient similar to the B vitamin and found in foods such as liver, muscle meats, fish, nuts [...]
New technique helps stroke victims communicate
Researchers have developed a speech technique to aid stroke victims with aphasia.
Ways to improve quality of care measurement from electronic health records identified
Health care providers and hospitals are being offered up to $27 billion in federal financial incentives to use electronic health records (EHRs) in ways that demonstrably improve the quality of...
French GM corn-cancer researcher to detail work
A French researcher who claims a link between genetically modified corn and cancer on Tuesday said he would publish his work, the day after the EU, which has cleared the...
Designer bacteria may lead to better vaccines
The 61 strains of E. coli are part of a new class of biological "adjuvants" that is poised to transform vaccine design. Adjuvants are substances added to vaccines to boost...
Panel recommends Quebec allow medically assisted euthanasia
A Quebec expert panel studying the legal aspects of medically assisted euthanasia is recommending the province change the law to allow doctors to help some people who wish to end...
Experts: Proposed NY gun law might hinder therapy
NEW YORK (AP) -- Mental health experts say a proposed New York state gun control law might interfere with treatment of potentially dangerous people and even...
No panaceas for Mexico's violent drug war, but prohibition has failed
While Mexico and the United States have ramped up their efforts to control and perhaps defeat Mexico's increasingly violent drug cartels, the outcome of these efforts remains in doubt and...
Quantum leap in gene therapy of Duchenne muscular dystrophy
For years, scientists have been working to find the key to restoring dystrophin, but they have faced many challenges. After careful evaluation of 22 dogs, researchers found that the new...
New Brain Cell Linked to High Blood Pressure
If confirmed in humans, the brain cells could be a target for treating hypertension.
Borderline personality disorder: ‘Perfect storm’ of emotion dysregulation
Originally, the label “borderline personality disorder” was applied to patients who were thought to represent a middle ground between patients [...]
Technology for a better diagnosis of food allergies
Researchers at the Institute of Materials Science of the Universitat de València, in consortium with various European companies and institutions, are developing a system based on photonic biosensors for rapid...
OPINION: Monday’s medical myth: eat for two during pregnancy
While you may need more nutrients while pregnant, you don't have to eat junk, writes Susie de Jersey.
Thyroid resistance gene found
Thyroid hormone resistance has been linked to a gene mutation, a discovery that could help diagnose sufferers and treat them earlier.
Improving road safety: Lessons from Europe
Tougher drunk driving laws, lower speed limits and stricter seat belt laws are the best ways to reduce traffic deaths in the United States, say researchers at the University of...
Peru: Poor media coverage of REDD and environment issues
The Peruvian press rarely covers issues dealing with REDD initiatives, and journalists are ill-prepared on environmental issues, finds a survey.
Ecuador issues compulsory license for drug against HIV
Ecuador has authorised the development of a generic drug against HIV/AIDS, which will cost 75 per cent less than the patented version.
The New Old Age Blog: Study: More to Meal Delivery Than Food
Meals on Wheels advocates have always believed that something as fundamental as a hot meal, a greeting and another set of eyes can help keep people in their homes longer....
EPA starts over with its hexavalent chromium review
The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has quietly decided to restart its toxicology review of hexavalent chromium (Cr(VI)) in drinking water
Children's lungs are more susceptible to nanoparticles
Infant lungs are particularly prone to nanoparticle deposition from pollution or inhaled medicines
Teeth fight back against bacteria with graphene sensor
A remote sensor operating on tooth enamel is a promising blueprint for non-invasive diagnostic devices
PCSK9 inhibitors against cholesterol problems perform well
Sanofi has reported Phase II data for a new drug candidate for lowering cholesterol levels in patients already taking statins