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Omron Healthcare To Distribute Diabetes Detection Test In China
Omron Healthcare will exclusively distribute NeuroMetrix's point-of-care test for early detection of diabetic peripheral neuropathy in China.
ScinoPharm To Open Manufacturing Plant In Changshu, China
ScinoPharm has completed construction of its Changshu plant on a 16-acre site in China.
Antiviral Therapy For Hep C Improved Diabetes Outcomes
Research from Taiwan has shown that antiviral therapy for hepatitis C virus improved kidney and cardiovascular outcomes for patients with diabetes.
Cat & Dog Allergens Detected In Homes Without Pets
Soft toys are a source of cat and dog allergens regardless of whether the home has pets, according to a study.
Study: Probiotics Not Effective For Preventing Childhood Asthma
Taking probiotics during pregnancy or giving them to infants doesn't prevent asthma, according to a new study.
Salmonella Disables Bacteria-Fighting Mast Cells During Invasion
A protein in Salmonella inactivates mast cells, rendering them unable to protect against bacterial invaders, according to a new study.
Mind-Body Exercises Benefit Emotional Health: Hong Kong Study
Mind-body exercises such as Tai Chi, Chi Gong and Yoga not only improve physical fitness but also alleviate mood disorders such as anxiety and depression, according to a study.
‘Superbugs’ Found Breeding In Sewage Plants
Tests at two wastewater treatment plants in northern China revealed antibiotic-resistant bacteria were not only escaping purification but also breeding and spreading their dangerous cargo.
Migrating Skin Cells Form ‘Bridges’ During Wound Healing, Study
Researchers have discovered that outer skin cells are able to unite to form suspended “bridges” during wound healing.