WHO warns of tobacco offensive against youngsters
2008-05-30 14:07:53
The World Health Organization (WHO) Friday raised the alarm on the tobacco marketing net that targets half a billion young people in the Western Pacific Region.
Study: Bacteria may be link in sudden baby deaths
2008-05-30 11:30:35
A baffling phenomenon known as sudden infant death syndrome is one of the leading causes of death for children under 1. Now, British researchers say they may have found a contributing factor: bacteria.
Monkeys control robots with brain power
2008-05-29 21:05:35
Scientists have trained monkeys to manipulate a robotic arm solely with brain power, and could soon help amputees and paralysed stroke victims do the same.
Studies link lead to adult crime, brain damage
2008-05-29 11:37:50
Exposure to lead in early childhood or in the womb can cause permanent brain damage that may even cause criminal behavior, researchers reported on Tuesday.
Incident shows Taser may have affected heart
2008-05-28 19:50:12
A quick shock from a Taser may have zapped a man's fluttering heart back into a healthy rhythm, doctors reported on Tuesday.
Obesity battle among US children may have peaked
2008-05-28 15:17:47
The percentage of American children who are overweight or obese appears to have leveled off after a 25-year increase, according to new figures that offer a glimmer of hope in an otherwise dismal battle.
Study: workers happier with a few plants around
2008-05-28 14:59:23
Adding a few plants to the workplace adds up to happier, more satisfied workers, a new study reveals.
Obesity battle among US children may have peaked
2008-05-28 13:47:06
The percentage of American children who are overweight or obese appears to have leveled off after a 25-year increase, according to new figures that offer a glimmer of hope in an otherwise dismal battle.
Antipsychotics given for dementia pose risks
2008-05-27 21:44:04
Elderly dementia patients prescribed antipsychotic drugs are at three times the risk of a serious health problem or dying within a month of treatment, compared to those not given the drugs.
Lack of sleep leads to brain power failure
2008-05-23 10:48:02
Take away sleep for just one night and the brain becomes unstable and liable to sudden shutdowns similar to a power failure, researchers said on Tuesday.
55% Australian women not satisfied with sex
2008-05-23 10:49:25
An Australian sex researcher has found that about 55 percent of Australian women are not satisfied with their sexual life or have difficulty in having orgasm.
Friends quit smoking? You probably will too
2008-05-22 11:18:58
A smoker is more likely to kick the habit if a spouse, friend, co-worker or sibling did.