HEALTH
Folic Acid: Not Just For Pregnant Women
When taken together with anti-hypertensive drugs, folic acid supplements can help reduce the risk of stroke.
The Proteins That Determine In IVF Success
A proteomics approach has shown that proteins involved in metabolism and cell adhesion can determine how receptive the womb is to IVF treatment.
Only 0.2% Of Chinese Population Has Ideal Heart Health
The authors of a study on cardiovascular health in China warn of a looming epidemic of heart disease.
Common Antiseptic Could Reduce Infant Deaths
Using chlorhexidine to clean the umbilical cord could reduce infant death rates by 12 percent, study says.
How Breastmilk Adapts To The Baby
A study investigating the self-assembling nanostructure of milk could lead to better drug delivery techniques.
Warning On Melatonin Use In Children
Although tempting, parents should be wary of using melatonin to help their children fall asleep.
Two Out Of Three Smokers Will Die From Their Habit
A study of over 200,000 people provides direct evidence that smoking kills, causing an estimated two million deaths in Australia alone.
Moderate Coffee Consumption Could Be Good For Your Heart
Drinking three to five cups of coffee a day has been linked to a lower likelihood of clogged arteries, according to a meta-analysis.
Keep Calm, Anger Could Trigger A Heart Attack
An intense burst of anger could lead to a heart attack—even two hours after you've cooled down.
