HEALTH
Some Indigenous Groups More Vulnerable To H7N9 Viruses
Researchers have discovered that some indigenous groups will be more susceptible to the effects of the new strain of H7N9 influenza in China.
Assisted Conception Linked To Higher Birth Complication Risk
The risk of serious complications is around twice as high for babies conceived by assisted reproductive therapies compared to naturally conceived babies, according to a study.
Bullies And Victims Face Mental Health Risks
Young teenage bullies and their victims face increased risks of developing mental health and substance use problems later in adolescence.
Moderate Testosterone Levels Safest For Elderly Men, Study
Midrange testosterone levels in older men are associated with better survival, according to a study.
Breastfeeding Linked To Lower Risk Of Rheumatoid Arthritis
Women who had breastfed their children were around half as likely to have rheumatoid arthritis compared to women who had never breastfed, according to researchers.
Study Explains Why It Is Harder To Stay Thin As We Age
As we age, and the thermogenic activity of brown fat is reduced, it gets easier to pack on pounds, according to researchers.
‘Brittle-Bone Babies’ Treated In The Womb With Stem Cells
Researchers have treated babies with congenital bone disease by injecting them with bone-forming stem cells while they were still in the womb.
Acupuncture Eases Breast Cancer Treatment Side Effects, Study
Breast cancer patients treated with an aromatase inhibitor experience fewer side effects when they get acupuncture, researchers say.
Herbal Drug For Dengue Stirs Debate
A controversial herbal drug for dengue has been making rounds on the internet, but some scientists have questioned any such claims as unsubstantiated.
