Scientists warn of drug-resistant ‘super-flu’ – The Times 3rd March 2009
A new drug-resistant “super-flu” has become increasingly common and may pose a serious risk to hospital patients, scientists have warned.
Two research papers published in the Journal of the American Medical Association show that a drug-resistant mutation of the H1N1 influenza A virus, a strain that causes common seasonal outbreaks, has spread rapidly round the world.
Working shifts can make you fat because it slows metabolism, claim scientists – The Telegraph 2nd March 2009
Shift work can make people fat, scientists have claimed, after they found that unsociable working hours slow the body’s natural metabolism.
Extracts of broccoli and cabbage mixed with those from Brazil nuts used to fight cancer – The Telegraph 2nd March 2009
Scientists are developing a drug containing extracts of broccoli and cabbage to fight skin cancer.
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Depression linked to desire for fame, say scientists – The Sunday Telegraph 1st March 2009
People who suffer from depression and mania are more likely to focus on success, money and fame than others, research has found.
Glass of wine ‘could prevent gullet cancer’ – The Sunday Telegraph 1st March 2008
A daily glass of wine could prevent cancer of the gullet, new research reveals.
Beauty queen almost ‘tanned herself to death because of sunbed addiction’ – The Sunday Telegraph 1st March 2008
A former beauty queen became so obsessed staying attractive she nearly tanned herself to death after becoming addicted to sunbeds as a teenager.
Parrots teach man to speak again – The Telegraph 27th February 2009
A US fireman who lost his power of speech in a traffic accident has been taught to speak again by parrots.
Balloon that could mend broken bones – Daily Mail 2nd February 2009
A tiny balloon implanted inside broken bones could slash the time it takes for fractures to heal.
The miniature balloon is filled with a quickdrying cement that holds damaged bones in the correct position while they mend.
The revolutionary technique, which has been developed in the U.S. and could be trialled in this country within months, does away with the need for surgeons to fix metal plates, screws or rods to stabilise shattered bone.
Health news: Can pancakes tame diabetes? – Daily Mail 2nd February 2009
Buckwheat, a traditional ingredient in crackers and pancakes, may help patients manage their diabetes.
In a new trial, the fibre is being given to patients with Type 2 diabetes, the most common form, to help lower their blood sugar levels.
Woman with TWO wombs delivers a twin daughter from each – Daily Mail 2nd February 2009
A woman with two wombs has given birth to twin daughters – one from each uterus.
Sarah Reinfelder’s two babies Kaylin Joy and Valerie Marie were delivered seven weeks premature on Thursday by two Caesarean sections.
The 21-year-old from Michigan in the U.S. has a condition known as uterus didelphys, in which the womb develops in two parts, each with its own fallopian tube.
New drug ‘offers hope’ to blood cancer patients – Daily Mail 2nd March 2009
A drug that targets genetic flaws in blood cancer cells, the first medicine to treat the cause of the disease, was launched today.
Vidaza, generic name azacitidine, targets genetic faults in the cells which cause the cancer and can help the body to produce healthy blood cells.
It can be used to treat sufferers of high-risk myelodysplastic syndrome (MDS), chronic myelomonocytic leukaemia (CMML) or acute myeloid leukaemia.
Good news for tea lovers: Drinking two cups a day can ‘ward off ovarian cancer’ – Daily Mail 28th February 2009
Drinking tea can cut the risk of ovarian cancer by up to a third, researchers have said.
A study found women drinking at least two cups a day of black tea had a 30 per cent drop in risk.
It is thought antioxidant compounds found in tea – catechins and theanins – contribute to improved blood vessel function.
Foul smell of rotten eggs could be used to create new Viagra – Daily Mail 4th March 2009
The gas behind the smell of rotten eggs could be used to create an alternative sex drug to Viagra, scientists claim.
They have discovered that hydrogen sulphide prompts arousal in men.
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Alcohol on TV ‘prompts drinking’ – BBC Health News 4th March 2009
People are more likely to turn to alcohol while watching TV if they see drinking being portrayed in films or adverts, a study shows.
The research, led by a team from Radboud University in the Netherlands, monitored the behaviour of 80 young people while they watched television.
Anger at work ‘good for career’ – BBC Health News 2nd March 2009
Getting angry at work may not be a bad thing, and may in fact help you move up the career ladder, researchers believe.
The Harvard Medical School study found those who repressed frustration were three times more likely to say they had reached a glass ceiling.
Designer baby row over US clinic – BBC Health News 2nd March 2009
A US clinic has sparked controversy by offering would-be parents the chance to select traits like the eye and hair colour of their offspring.
The LA Fertility Institutes run by Dr Jeff Steinberg, of the world’s first test tube baby fame, expects a trait-selected baby to be born next year.
India in Africa medical link – BBC Health News 27th February 2009up
India has launched a hi-tech project it says will provide medical education and better health care in Africa.
Launched by Indian Foreign Minister Pranab Mukherjee in Delhi, the project will at first connect 11 African countries with India.
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