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Ear Acupuncture Could Help People Lose Weight, Study
Acupuncture of five points on the outer ear - shen-men (divine gate), spleen, stomach, hunger and endocrine - can help shed the pounds, says a South Korean study.
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.