HEALTH
Genetic Risk Factor For Deadly Parasitic Disease Raises Hopes Of Vaccine
Scientists have uncovered a major genetic risk factor for visceral leishmaniasis which is caused by the Leishmania parasite.
BMI And Life Expectancy Not Linked, Says Study
A new study says that there is little adverse association between being overweight and living longer, aside from financial costs for the community.
Researchers Find Key Markers For Drug-Resistant Malaria
An international team of scientists are launching a major study of drug-resistant malaria in Myanmar.
Olympians Live Longer Than The Rest Of Us, Study
Olympians live longer than the general population, according to new research published in the British Medical Journal.
Blood Pressure Drugs May Treat Chronic Pain, Study
A new study has opened up the possibility that existing drugs for high blood pressure could also be used to treat chronic pain.
Youth With Bipolar Disorder Risk Respond Less To Emotions, Study
Young people with a known risk of bipolar disorder show reduced reaction to facial emotions, according to a new study.
Diesel Fumes Linked To Childhood Brain Tumors, Study
Researchers have found a link between brain tumors in children and their parents' exposure to diesel exhaust fumes before birth.
Philippine Congress Passes Birth Control Bill
The Philippine Congress passed on Monday a controversial birth control bill that will make contraceptives available to the poor.
Second Japanese Encephalitis Strain Circulating In India
Researchers in West Bengal have reported a second strain of the Japanese encephalitis virus circulating in the eastern Indian state.
