HEALTH
India’s Blood Pressure Skyrockets
Hypertension is skyrocketing in India, with rural-to-urban migrants at especially high risk.
A Simple Eye Test For Multiple Sclerosis
Researchers have developed a new instrument called the TrueField to accurately measure the pupil responses of patients with multiple sclerosis.
Taiwanese Study Shows Gout To Be Genetic
A study on the entire Taiwanese population of 23 million has confirmed that gout strongly runs in families.
Stomach ‘Clock’ Tells Us To Eat At Specific Times Of The Day
Researchers have discovered the first evidence that the nerves in the stomach act as a circadian clock, limiting food intake to specific times of the day.
Celiac Disease Rampant In China
Celiac disease is more common than has been reported in China, according to a new study by researchers from Nanchang University.
Vascular Changes In Neck Could Play Role In Alzheimer’s Disease
Researchers have found a link between hemodynamic abnormality in the brain and a higher frequency of white matter changes in patients with mild cognitive impairment and Alzheimer’s.
Caffeine Linked To Improved Blood Flow
The caffeine in a cup of coffee might help your small blood vessels work better, according to a study presented at the American Heart Association's Scientific Sessions 2013.
How Does Low Birth Weight Affect You Later In Life?
People born weighing less than 1,500 grams tend to be shorter, have fewer friends and achieve fewer educational qualifications by the time they reach their 20s, finds a new study..
Test For Cancer In A Drop Of Blood
Chinese scientists have tested a new cancer biomarker detection kit in clinical trials, showing that it can be used to diagnose lung cancer.
