AFP – It may be one of nature’s repulsive little blood-sucking parasites, but the humble tick could yield a future cure for cancers of the skin, liver and pancreas, Brazilian researchers have discovered.
HealthDay – THURSDAY, Aug. 27 (HealthDay News) — Although there is no cure
for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), starting treatment early
may slow progression of the illness and add years to the lives of
sufferers, new research finds.
HealthDay – FRIDAY, Aug. 28 (HealthDay News) — When you’re searching for a
friend in a crowd, it appears that your “mind’s eye” acts like a spotlight
to scan the scene in front of you until you find the right person.
HealthDay – (HealthDay News) — An ulcer is a breakdown in the lining of
the stomach or the first part of the small intestine. A certain type of
bacterial infection is the most frequent cause, but lifestyle factors may
also raise your risk.
HealthDay – (HealthDay News) — For various reasons, your doctor may
recommend bed rest during pregnancy.
HealthDay – FRIDAY, Aug. 28 (HealthDay News) — Olympic gold medal figure skater
Kristi Yamaguchi is teaming up with U.S. health experts to deliver a
simple and important message as flu season approaches: With all the hype
around the H1N1 swine flu, don’t forget to get a shot against the seasonal
flu.
HealthDay – FRIDAY, Aug. 28 (HealthDay News) — Swiss scientists report that
they may have found a way to stop colon cancer in its tracks by tinkering
with a genetic pathway that allows cells to communicate with one
another.
HealthDay – Here are some of the latest health and medical news developments,
compiled by editors of HealthDay:
HealthDay – (HealthDay News) — Here are the latest clinical trials, courtesy
of ClinicalConnection.com:
HealthDay – FRIDAY, Aug. 28 (HealthDay News) — To treat a hangover, drink
lots of water, get plenty of rest — and eat your asparagus, researchers
say.