HEALTH
HIV Drug Abacavir Hypersensitivity Linked To Human Gene Allele
Researchers have published a new study explaining how the HIV drug abacavir causes allergies in people with the HLA-B*5701 gene allele.
Chinese-Style Meditation Linked To Brain Changes
Scientists report that practising Chinese mindfulness meditation regularly for a month may lead to positive behavioral changes and structural changes in the brain.
Low Dietary Vitamin D Increased Stroke Risk In Japanese-Americans
Japanese-American men who did not eat foods rich in vitamin D had a higher risk of stroke later in life, according to results of a 34-year study in Hawaii.
Interleukin-5 Jab Offers Hope For Treating Autoimmune Disease
Research into treatments for autoimmune diseases may have received a booster shot as interleukin-5 injections show promise in regulating the body's immune system.
A Dark Chocolate A Day Keeps The Doctor Away
In fantastic news for all chocolate lovers around the world, researchers say that a daily dose of dark chocolate may lower the risk of stroke and heart attack over a ten-year period.
Zinc Helps Infants Respond To Bacterial Infection Treatment, Study
A newly released clinical study conducted in India showed that zinc supplements, taken with antibiotic treatment, boosted infant survival from serious bacterial infections.
Are Short-Term Medical Missions Useful?
A University of Sydney study questions usefulness of medical missions and calls for improved transparency, implementation, and policymaking.
Stroke Recovery Speed Linked To Brain Stimulation, Study
People with a curious condition that causes them to apply make-up on only one side of their face, or ignore food on half of their plate, are helping scientists to understand stroke recovery.
Eating Blueberries May Hasten Muscle Recovery After Exercise, Study
Fruit sellers may want to stock up on New Zealand blueberries after a study found athletes who eat them recover faster from exercise.
