In an article in Science, Noam Zelcer from the LACDR describes a previously unknown mechanism for regulating the amount of LDL cholesterol. This offers opportunities for supplementing and improving the effect of so-called statins: medicines that remove 'bad' cholesterol from the bloodstream. 1 Jul 2009 11:20
Medical scientists at the University of Leicester are investigating how a species of fish from the Pacific Ocean could help provide answers to tackling chronic conditions such as hereditary high blood pressure and kidney disease. 23 Jun 2009 14:16
In the first study of its kind University of Sydney researchers have found proof that some honeys can be more effective than antibiotics in treating surface wounds and infections. 18 Jun 2009 10:29
A new study by The George Institute for International Health has found Tai Chi to have positive health benefits for musculoskeletal pain. The results of the first comprehensive analysis of Tai Chi suggest that it produces positive effects for improving pain and disability among arthritis sufferers. 17 Jun 2009 07:24
Researchers at Imperial College London have identified a new appetite suppressant for promoting weight loss that they say works in rodents and may one day be used to develop an effective anti-obesity treatment. Results of the new study were presented at The Endocrine Society's 91st Annual Meeting in Washington, D.C. 11 Jun 2009 08:08
According to researchers in the United States computers can damage the health and computer-related injuries are on the increase - with young children particularly at risk. 10 Jun 2009 11:45
According to a recent study by Australian researchers sleep deprivation can cause people to gain weight. 9 Jun 2009 07:29
When you were a kid your mom poured it on your scraped finger to stave off infection. When you got older you might have even used it to bleach your hair. Now there's another possible function for this over-the-counter colourless liquid: your body might be using hydrogen peroxide as an envoy that marshals troops of healing cells to wounded tissue. 8 Jun 2009 10:41
A promising antimicrobial agent already known to kill bacteria can also kill viruses and stimulate the innate immune system, according to researchers at National Jewish Health. 8 Jun 2009 10:39
In a groundbreaking study researchers have concluded that evidence of the cause of "lacunar stroke" can be found by looking at the back of a patient's eyes. 5 Jun 2009 14:13
Australian researchers say having an imaginary friend can help a child learn. 4 Jun 2009 10:40
Until now diseases like schizophrenia and bipolar disorder have been difficult to study biologically, since this would entail taking samples from the patient's brain. 3 Jun 2009 14:35
[Nicola Jenvey] Herbal medication has been a part of the healing armoury since time immemorial, but the global swing towards a healthier, less chemical-dependent lifestyle is now shifting consumer patterns towards alternative medications. 2 Jun 2009 14:17
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