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Fungus molecule shows promise against drug-resistant bacteria
Date: Jun-26-2014A new study led by researchers from McMaster University in Canada finds that a fungus-derived molecule - AMA - can block a gene in bacteria responsible for drug resistance.
New wearable device uses breathing patterns to track state of mind
Date: Jun-26-2014A new piece of self-tracking equipment called Spire claims to offer something unavailable elsewhere: monitoring breathing to provide benefits for both mind and body.
Pancreatic cancer risks lowered with regular low-dose aspirin use
Date: Jun-26-2014A new study suggests that long-term use of low-dose aspirin significantly decreases risks of developing pancreatic cancer, though researchers say aspirin use is not for everyone.
Carbon monoxide on houseboats with uncontrolled generators 'is hazardous'
Date: Jun-26-2014Study finds uncontrolled generators on US houseboats routinely emit carbon monoxide concentrations well above NIOSH’s immediately dangerous to life or health values.
American children 'consuming too many vitamins and minerals'
Date: Jun-26-2014A new report says outdated policies and hard marketing of fortified foods and supplements may be causing millions of American children to overdose on vitamins and minerals.
Analysis of FDA warning letters reveals patient safety concerns
Date: Jun-26-2014The Journal of Medical Ethics publish an analysis of FDA warning letters sent over 7 years, which shows that supervision of clinical trials has worsened since 1997.
Veterans study suggests risk of dementia rises with traumatic brain injury
Date: Jun-26-2014A study of older veterans is suggesting that the risk of dementia may increase with traumatic brain injury. Does this have wider implications for the public?
Watching too much TV 'could increase the risk of early death'
Date: Jun-26-2014Watching TV for 3 hours or more a day could double the risk of premature death, according to a new study. Researchers say adults should reduce TV viewing time to 1-2 hours a day.
What is discouraging HIV testing among at-risk populations?
Date: Jun-25-2014In line with National HIV Testing Day on Friday, June 27th, we look at the signs and symptoms of the virus and discuss why many people are discouraged from being tested for HIV.
Schizophrenia and cannabis use may have genetic link
Date: Jun-25-2014New study finds that genes known to increase risk of schizophrenia may also increase likelihood of cannabis use, while not ruling out cannabis use itself as a cause of the disease.
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