HEALTH
Scientists Study Kidney Cancer Genome From Many Angles
An integrative genomic analysis has identified critical genes linked to kidney cancer, paving the way for better treatment of the cancer.
Managing Diabetes Is Key For Lung Transplant Success
Research shows that better management of diabetes could dramatically improve outcomes for lung transplant patients.
Testosterone Could Help Combat Dementia In Women
A new study by Australian researchers shows that testosterone therapy can help combat dementia in post-menopausal women.
IQ Linked To Weight Gain In First Month Of Baby’s Life
New research shows that weight gain and increased head size in the first month of a baby's life is linked to a higher IQ at early school age.
New Virus Isolated From Patients With Severe Brain Infections
Researchers in Vietnam have identified a new virus in patients with severe brain infections.
Universal HIV Testing In India Would Be Cost-Effective, Study
A new study has determined that providing universal HIV testing for India’s one billion-plus population would prove to be a cost-effective approach to managing the epidemic.
Dementia A Growing Concern In China
Researchers have found that the number of people suffering from Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia in China has more than doubled since 1990.
Elevated Health Risk For Teens Who Drink More Than A Can Of Soft Drink Daily, Study
A study by Australian researchers have shown that teenagers who drink more than one can of sugary drink a day have a higher risk of developing diabetes and cardiovascular diseases later in life.
Chemical Used In PVC Production Linked To Kidney Stones
A new study suggests that exposure to the industrial chemical trimethyltin chloride may be a risk factor for nephrolithiasis, or kidney stones.
