Medical News
New Test Can Detect Nearly All Infectious Viruses: How ViroCap Can Revolutionize Medicine
Tech Times - 2 Oct 2015 16:17
All human and animal viral diseases may soon be detected in one go via a new test called ViroCap. How this emergent diagnostic modality can help revolutionize medicine is something experts and the public are looking forw...
Legionnaires' Disease Outbreak in Bronx Kills 1, Sickens 12: Ill Residents Urged to Seek Medical Attention
Tech Times - 2 Oct 2015 05:39
One of the people in a new cluster of Legionnaire's disease cases in New York City has died, according to health officials Sept. 30. The number of individuals affected by the outbreak, found in the Morris Park section of...
Womb Transplant Offers Chance For Motherhood: Ten Women To Undergo Treatment In The UK
Tech Times - 2 Oct 2015 16:16
Ethical approval has been given for 10 womb transplants in the United Kingdom. A hundred hopeful women have been shortlisted for the clinical trials set in 2016.
HIV Caught Spreading on Tape
Tech Times - 2 Oct 2015 23:38
Scientists captured footage of the disease spreading in real time.
Ovarian Cancer Spotted By An Electronic Nose
Tech Times - 2 Oct 2015 22:43
A device developed by a team of Israeli researchers can sniff out cancer.
There May Be a Way to Starve Bacteria to Death
Tech Times - 2 Oct 2015 20:26
Merck may have cracked the code for killing bacteria.
Sleep may strengthen long-term memories in the immune system
e! Science News - 2 Oct 2015 17:05
More than a century ago, scientists demonstrated that sleep supports the retention of memories of facts and events. Later studies have shown that slow-wave sleep, often referred to as deep sleep, is important for transfo...
United Kingdom Bans Smoking In Cars When Kids Are Passengers
Tech Times - 2 Oct 2015 15:32
Adult drivers or passengers can be fined $75 for smoking when children under 18 are riding in the car, officials say. Hope is the ban can change people's behavior, health experts say.
Drinking Two Cans Of Sugar-Sweetened Beverage A Day Significantly Increases Heart Attack, Stroke And Diabetes Risk
Tech Times - 2 Oct 2015 15:22
Soda and other sugary drinks can increase consumers' risks for heart disease, stroke and diabetes, according to a new study. High-fructose corn syrups are widely used as a cheaper alternative to sucrose in many food and ...
Dating Apps Tinder and Grindr Furious Over AIDS Charity's Billboard On Sexually Transmitted Infections
Tech Times - 2 Oct 2015 15:18
Dating apps Tinder and Grindr are outraged by the series of billboards of the AIDS Healthcare Foundation blaming them for the spread of sexually transmitted infections. Tinder has sent AHF a cease-and-desist letter, whil...
Parents Find Touching Note Of 6-Year Old Son Who Died From Amoebic Brain Infection
Tech Times - 2 Oct 2015 14:46
Read the heartbreaking note from a 6-year-old boy who died from a rare amoeba called Balamuthia mandrillaris, which caused brain and spinal cord infection and was likely contracted while playing in the dirt. Leland's mot...
Here's What Your Height Tells About Your Cancer Risks
Tech Times - 2 Oct 2015 14:36
According to researchers from the Karolinska Institute, cancer risks increase with height in both men and women. The early results of their research was the the largest study undertaken on the link between height and can...
Gut Bacteria in Early Infancy Protect Against Asthma
Tech Times - 2 Oct 2015 14:05
Canadian researchers found babies treated with antibiotics before one year of age have a higher risk of developing asthma later in life. Four bacteria in the gut may play a role in asthma development.
Scientists Identify Genes That Protect African Children From Developing Malaria
Tech Times - 2 Oct 2015 13:30
Scientists have discovered a gene locus that makes some children in malaria-stricken countries resilient to the infection. The genes play a vital role in fighting off the disease.
Study Reveals How Parents Can Get Their Kids To Eat More Vegetables: Here's How
Tech Times - 2 Oct 2015 11:18
A study from researchers at Texas A&M University highlighted the importance of food pairings in getting kids to eat vegetables. It also found that limiting kids' choices may be the key to minimizing plate waste.
U.S. Combat Deaths Declined Under 'Golden Hour Policy': Study
MedicineNet - 2 Oct 2015 09:00
Title: U.S. Combat Deaths Declined Under 'Golden Hour Policy': StudyCategory: Health NewsCreated: 9/30/2015 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 10/1/2015 12:00:00 AM
Severely Obese Kids at Higher Risk for Heart Disease, Diabetes
MedicineNet - 2 Oct 2015 09:00
Title: Severely Obese Kids at Higher Risk for Heart Disease, DiabetesCategory: Health NewsCreated: 9/30/2015 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 10/1/2015 12:00:00 AM
Gut Bacteria Tied to Asthma Risk in Kids
MedicineNet - 2 Oct 2015 09:00
Title: Gut Bacteria Tied to Asthma Risk in KidsCategory: Health NewsCreated: 9/30/2015 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 10/1/2015 12:00:00 AM
Psoriasis, Depression Often Go Hand in Hand: Study
MedicineNet - 2 Oct 2015 09:00
Title: Psoriasis, Depression Often Go Hand in Hand: StudyCategory: Health NewsCreated: 10/1/2015 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 10/1/2015 12:00:00 AM
Could Your Cellphone Be Harming Your Love Life?
MedicineNet - 2 Oct 2015 09:00
Title: Could Your Cellphone Be Harming Your Love Life?Category: Health NewsCreated: 9/30/2015 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 10/1/2015 12:00:00 AM
More Children, Teens Enticed to Smoke With Flavored Tobacco: CDC
MedicineNet - 2 Oct 2015 09:00
Title: More Children, Teens Enticed to Smoke With Flavored Tobacco: CDCCategory: Health NewsCreated: 9/30/2015 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 10/1/2015 12:00:00 AM
2 Experimental Drugs Offer Hope Against Psoriasis: Studies
MedicineNet - 2 Oct 2015 09:00
Title: 2 Experimental Drugs Offer Hope Against Psoriasis: StudiesCategory: Health NewsCreated: 9/30/2015 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 10/1/2015 12:00:00 AM