HEALTH
Vietnam Vets Twice As Likely To Have Leukemia, Study
Vietnam war veterans have double the rate of chronic lymphatic leukemia compared to the general population, says a new study.
Treating Diabetes May Help Chronic Schizophrenics
Researchers have discovered that the prevention and treatment of diabetes might help to reduce the cognitive impairment associated with schizophrenia.
Stroke Risk Similar Among Men And Women Smokers Worldwide
Smoking may cause similar stroke risks for men and women, but women smokers may be at greater risk for hemorrhagic stroke.
Flu Jab May Lower Heart Attack Risk, Study
A study has found that flu vaccination could lower the risk of heart attack in middle-aged people with narrowed arteries.
Vedolizumab Shown To Be Effective For Treating Inflammatory Bowel Diseases
The results from two phase 3 studies evaluating vedolizumab for the treatment of ulcerative colitis and Crohn's disease have been published.
Childhood Obesity Linked To Emotional Issues
Schoolchildren suffering from obesity are at higher risk of developing psychological problems than their slimmer counterparts, according to a new study in Taiwan.
Diabetes Sufferers May Have Abnormal Gut Taste Mechanisms
Researchers have discovered that the way the gut "tastes" sweet food may be defective in sufferers of type 2 diabetes.
High Doses Of Epilepsy Drug Linked To Birth Defects, Study
High doses of a common epilepsy drug leads to an increased risk of having a baby with specific birth defects, according to a new study.
Boys (But Not Girls) Suffer From Fathers’ Long Working Hours
Researchers have found that fathers' extremely long working hours can be detrimental to their sons' well-being.
