A New and Better Technique For Finding Autism Genes
U. S researchers are revealed to develop a genetic test for autism currently classified as a secondary approach, which is an inch closer to be able to pick out the main reason for the condition at a rate more than three times that of a screening considered to be a first-tier test.
The standard genetic tests usually fail to spot the genes which are responsible for causing autism.
Discovery of poppy genes could lead to cheaper painkillers
Researchers at the University of Calgary have claimed that they had discovered the genes of the opium poppy that allows the production of two vital painkillers viz. codeine and morphine.
The discovery of the genes will lead to more efficient and cheaper ways of making the painkillers.
The journal Nature Chemical Biology reported that researchers discovered T6ODM and CODM that are responsible for the production of codeine and morphine respectively.
Deep Breathing and Soft Music Reduces Stress Just Like a Good Massage
Next time you plan to opt for an expensive massage, better stay home, put some soothing music on and take some deep breaths. It will save your money, and be just as effective as your planned massage.
According to US researchers, lying down in a dimly lit room with soft music, and taking deep breaths, is bound to relax you the same way when you undergo those expensive massages or sessions of aroma therapy.
Twins Admitted in 2 Different Hospitals, Parents in Agony
A Kent couple says that “they feel torn in all directions”, after their twin babies were admitted in hospitals 50 miles apart for treatment.
Stephanie Dawson, 25, and her partner Martin Collins, 38, have to make a exhaustive 121-mile trip to visit Ruby and Krystal Dawson-Collins, which leaves them with “just 10 minutes with each daughter”.
Two Children Best Suit Your Health: Study
Becoming a parent reduces health risks, an elaborate and an exhaustive study has found.
The huge data comprised of information of more than 1.5 million men and women. The results of the research found that becoming a parent clearly has a reducing effect on the chances of developing cancer and heart conditions to alcoholism or car accident-related deaths.
But there is a catch to it. Having children is good for parents' health – but only if they stop at two.
England Receiving Poor 'Out-of-Hours' GP Care
A Government survey has warned that many people in England receive poor level of care due to irregularities in the quality of out-of-hours GP services.
The National GP Patient Survey for England has found that in more than a fifth of the country's 152 primary care trusts, one in six patients rated out-of-hours care as either "poor" or "very poor".
As a part of the study, about 2.8 million survey forms were distributed, out of which, about 40% came back with a response.
New Care Records System is “Safe & Confidential”: NHS Norfolk Officials
The new care records system is “safe and confidential”, say the officials from NHS Norfolk. This comes after the controversial system was critically bashed by the British Medical Association.
A part of a national initiative, the new care records system would give doctors and nurses access to important information, ranging from the allergies of patients, medication history and the possibility of a bad reactions that patients may have had to certain medication in the past, which is deemed as vital information by doctors, especially in emergency situations.
Variations in Blood Pressure Leads to Stroke Risk: Researchers
A study has revealed that the fluctuations in the blood pressure are indicators of risk of heart attacks, heart failure, and angina chest pains in a person. This further implies that those who suffer unusual variations in blood pressure levels are more prone to the stroke risk than those who show a consistently high B. P.
The occlusions drawn by the study can prove important in determining the stroke risks in the patients, well in advance and a suitable healthcare can be provided to them.
Law seeks to boost organ transplant
In Israel, a new law seeks to boost the rate of organ donation. This law is however being opposed by the country's ultra-Orthodox Jewish minority.
According to the law, by signing a donor card, people and their families too can move up in line for a transplant if needed.
The law being the first of its kind in the world, international medical authorities want to see if it really works.
Public extends support to Irish conjoined twins
Angie and Azzedine Benhaffaf, parents of Irish born conjoined twins, are besieged by the amount of support public has extended.
An offer of $110,000 to pose in a British tabloid was refused by the parents of the twins.
The support was more after people came to know that the conjoined twins Hassan and Hussein are not going to pose for money. They have received a far greater level of aid from the Irish public.
Listeria outbreak in Canada
To the list of items voluntarily recalled by Siena Food Ltd., more products have been added.
Canadians have been warned by the Canadian Food Inspection Agency about not to consume Siena brand Coppa and Siena brand Prosciuttini. There are reports that they may be contaminated with Listeria.
Reports say that the products were sold in Ontario and Alberta, but there are chances that they may have been distributed nationally.
Sports are good post knee replacement- Study
If you have just had a knee replacement surgery and your doctor has advised you not to engage in any sports activity then read more. A recent study has stated that sport participation post knee replacement is not only safe but may lead to better knee function.
Driving with early Alzheimer's is dangerous
A study on Alzheimer's disease states that elderly people driving with failing memories often keep driving and they might get lost even on ways that are familiar to them.
Linda Hunt, an associate professor in the School of Occupational Therapy at Pacific University, Oregon, said that even with early dementia, being behind the steering wheel is not safe at all because the disease is unpredictable.
PSA faces debate
The most preferred prostate cancer screening procedure, PSA, is under the clouds of uncertainty as its discoverer said that the test was a `hugely expensive public health disaster.'
According to Richard Ablin from the University of Arizona, the screening tool that was discovered by him about four decades ago is now ineffective and expensive.
No link established between vaccines, autism
Sounding sorrow to parents who are seeking reimbursements for children's illness related to vaccines, a special U. S. court ruled that vaccines that contain a mercury-based preservative called thimerosal could not cause autism.
William Mead, a boy based in Oregon, is autistic and his family blames it on vaccines.
Plavix to carry new FDA warning
Patients taking Plavix will now be able to read a warning written on the drug. This would be specifically for those who have a poor response to the drug. US regulators said that due to patients not responding to the drug are unable to break down the drug well.
The $8-billion-a-year drug sold by Bristol-Myers Squibb Co and Sanofi-Aventis SA, will carry the boxed warning, the Food and Drug Administration said.
FDA's website states that patients who are poor metabolizers of Plavix will be warned about its effectiveness.
Fertility Doctors Say Acupuncture 'Offers No Help with IVF'
Fertility Doctors have revealed that acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicines do not increase the chances of having a baby through IVF.
Physicians will start informing their patients about this revelation.
An increasing number of women are ready to pay hundreds of pounds for the ancient treatments in the hope of attaining their unfulfilled dream of motherhood.
Eggs to be Regarded as Superfood
According to a latest report, eggs should be considered a ‘superfood’, for their ability to improve health and help in dealing with obesity too.
Eggs are one of the most nutrient-rich foods available and people should be consuming at least one egg a day to fetch good results. ‘Nutrition & Food Science’ will publish the study in June.
Researchers reveal that eggs can help play a vital role in weight management and dieting.
Non-Smokers Feel Smoking Bans 'Should be Extended'
People who have quit smoking are requesting Ministers to prohibit smoking in the doorways of public buildings to help more people give up smoking.
Margaret Brown, who was a chain smoker earlier, now assists others to give up smoking. The call comes on national No Smoking Day, as smokers are advised to overcome this awful habit.
The ban came into effect in Scotland on March 26, 2006 four years back. Ms. Brown feels it is time to extend the legislation.
Heart Surgeon Confirms to Leave his Hospital Post
The surgeon who performed the operation on four children who died after undergoing heart surgery at a leading hospital is reportedly confirmed to leave his post. Children's heart surgery has been suspended at the John Radcliffe Hospital in Oxford, while an investigation into the deaths, which occurred in the last three months, is issued out.
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