HEALTH
Vietnam Concerned Over HIV Donor Funding Cuts
The Vietnamese government warns that multi-million dollar donor cutbacks could undermine progress in the country’s HIV/AIDS services.
Potential Markers For Severity Of Childhood Arthritis Identified
Researchers have identified potential markers for the severity of childhood arthritis, paving the way for better treatment of the disorder.
Low Sperm Count Linked To Mothers’ Smoking
Male babies that do not have good fetal growth or are exposed to their mothers' smoking are more likely to have a lower sperm count as adults, according to a new study.
New Insights Into Genetic Basis Of Deadly Liver Cancer
Researchers have tracked down recurrent genetic abnormalities in hepatocellular carcinoma, a deadly form of liver cancer.
Choir Singing Synchronizes Heart Beats
A new study on how music affects our body and our health has found that when people sing in a choir, their heart beats become synchronized.
Chemotherapy After Surgery Improves Gastric Cancer Survival
Clinical trial results show that treatment with chemotherapy after surgery improves survival for patients with advanced gastric cancer.
One Yoga Class Per Week Sufficient For Lower Back Pain Relief
Weekly yoga class provides similar lower back pain relief as twice weekly classes in lower income minority patients, says a new study.
New Insights From Tracking Dengue Incidence In Thailand
Researchers tracking the incidence of dengue fever in Thailand over a period of almost 40 years have uncovered new insights about the disease.
10 Genetic Variants Linked To Increased Risk Of Allergies
An international team of scientists has identified 10 genetic variants that increase a person’s risk of having allergies.
