HEALTH
Heat Is Melting Productivity In Southeast Asia
Climate change effects in the region could slash work hours by up to 40 percent by 2050, according to studies.
In Chinese Elderly, Vitamin D Levels May Predict Brain Decline Risk
Researchers have found a link between low vitamin D levels and an increased subsequent risk of cognitive decline and impairment in Chinese elderly.
Six-Year Wait Between Onset & Diagnosis Of Bipolar Disorder: Study
The six-year delay between the onset of symptoms and proper diagnosis of bipolar disorder loses the patient a critical opportunity to manage the condition.
Swiss Tourists Carried Superbugs From India: Study
In a small study of 38 tourists returning from India, Swiss researchers found that three quarters of them brought back a multidrug-resistant superbug.
That Burger Harms Not Only Your Waistline, But Your Immune System Too
A junk food diet high in saturated fat begins to harm our immune system even before the weight gain begins to show, a new study finds.
Soybean Protein Found To Improve Metabolism In Mice
Japanese researchers have found that a single intake of soybean protein improves metabolism in mice, reducing the risk for obesity.
Eye Test Can Spot Glaucoma Four Years Earlier
A newly patented eye test that uses spots of light can help to detect glaucoma years earlier than standard tests.
Baby Boys More Likely To Be Born Prematurely: Study
A new study has found that boys are much more likely to be born pre-term between 20-24 weeks, with their mothers at greater risk of pregnancy complications.
Red Meat Intake May Increase Risk Of Kidney Failure
Researchers have found that red meat intake increases the risk of kidney failure, but alternative sources of protein may help to reduce this risk.
