HEALTH
The Genetic Building Blocks Of Height
A genetic study of 253,288 individuals has helped scientists pinpoint the elusive genes related to height in humans.
Not One Disease, But Two
Scientists have developed a way to distinguish between two of the most common neurodegenerative diseases.
Tackling Preventable Blindness In SEA
Research shows that half of all blindness in Asian children is avoidable, associated with vaccine preventable causes such as measles.
Human Genes & Coffee Beans
Whether or not you like coffee is determined by just six genetic loci, according to the largest genetic study on the topic to date.
Epidural? It’s Up To You
A study of 15,752 first-time mothers shows that whether the epidural is taken early or late does not affect the need for a Caesarean section.
Health Insurance Reduces Mortality Among India’s Poor
Government health insurance not only reduced the mortality rate by 64 percent, but also reduced out-of-pocket expenses for patients by 60 percent.
Dengue In India 300 Times Under-Reported
Researchers estimate that the dengue infection rates in India are 282 times higher than officially reported, costing the country US$1.11 billion each year.
Erectile Dysfunction Drug Could Affect Vision Of One In 50
Recessive carriers of the retinitis pigmentosa gene—who otherwise show no symptoms—could have visual side effects while using Viagra®, according to a study in mice.
Why ADHD Brains Don’t Get Facial Expressions
A non-invasive technique reveals that the brains of ADHD children respond to happy faces but not angry ones.
