China Lifts ban barring entry to Foreigners with HIV and AIDS
Fri, 30/04/10 – 9:49 | No Comment

China, which has had a strict regulation for the past 20 years of not allowing foreigners with either HIV, AIDS sexually transmitted diseases and leprosy has changed it. The regulation has been relaxed recently after …

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Household Dust Bacteria May Determine If Child Is Asthmatic or not
Thu, 22/04/10 – 20:07 | One Comment
Household Dust Bacteria May Determine If Child Is Asthmatic or not

Scientists have found that bacterial populations that exist in household dust could well be the determining factor in whether or not a child in the household develops asthma or not. This research is set to …

Three Embryo Babies Created By Newcastle Scientists
Wed, 21/04/10 – 20:12 | No Comment
Three Embryo Babies Created By Newcastle Scientists

Scientists at Newcastle University in Britain have succeeded in creating human embryos by merging DNA from two fertilized eggs. This technique could prove to be critical in preventing genetic disorders in children. It is possible …

Using Hallucinogens To Treat Drug Addiction
Wed, 21/04/10 – 20:07 | No Comment
Using Hallucinogens To Treat Drug Addiction

It seems the old adage, ‘Fight fire with fire’ holds true even for drug addiction. Doctors from all around the world are meeting in San Jose, California this week to discuss the use of hallucinogens …

Smoking Counteracts Benefits of Moderate Drinking on Stroke Risks
Wed, 21/04/10 – 20:05 | No Comment
Smoking Counteracts Benefits of Moderate Drinking on Stroke Risks

According to research that will be presented as part of the late-breaking science program at the American Academy of Neurology’s 62nd Annual Meeting in Toronto, April 10 – 17, 2010, any beneficial effects that can …

Panic Disorder and Mild Depression Can Be Treated Over Internet
Wed, 21/04/10 – 19:58 | No Comment
Panic Disorder and Mild Depression Can Be Treated Over Internet

A new doctoral thesis claims that Cognitive Behavior Therapy via the internet is just as effective as group based CBT in treating recurring panic attacks, commonly known as Panic Disorder. In fact, it is also …

New Mom Can’t Remember Giving Birth To Baby Girl
Tue, 20/04/10 – 13:52 | No Comment
New Mom Can’t Remember Giving Birth To Baby Girl

Tragedy has beset Rebecca Doig on the day that should have been the happiest of her life. Strange as it may sound she was completely indifferent while giving birth to her new baby girl.
The 31-year- …

Women Have In-Built Fear of Getting Fat, Scientists Say
Tue, 20/04/10 – 13:48 | No Comment
Women Have In-Built Fear of Getting Fat, Scientists Say

A recent study has found that women have a subconscious fear of getting fat. Apparently, when they see an overweight woman, their brain reacts negatively, increasing feelings of unhappiness and even self loathing, say researchers.
While …

Diminishing the Effect of the ‘Fatso’ Gene
Tue, 20/04/10 – 13:47 | No Comment
Diminishing the Effect of the ‘Fatso’ Gene

A recent European study has found that one hour of moderate to vigorous exercise a day can help teens beat the effects of a common obesity-related gene with the nickname “fatso.”
The message for adolescents is …

Fruits and Veggies Not Effective in Preventing Cancer
Tue, 20/04/10 – 13:45 | No Comment
Fruits and Veggies Not Effective in Preventing Cancer

Fruits and veggies have been highly promoted in the recent past as effective measures in preventing cancer, However, recent study suggests that while fruits and veggies may have a very healthy effect on the heart, …

‘Six Months To Live’- A Myth, say Experts
Mon, 19/04/10 – 20:30 | No Comment
‘Six Months To Live’- A Myth, say Experts

Many cancer patients are desperate to know the answer to the question, ‘How long do I have to live, Doctor? The most dreaded answer is perhaps, ’Six months, or less.’ But research suggests that an …