A failure in critical health care
World's health leaders and parliamentarians convene to seek accelerated action to reduce maternal and child deaths; critical health care fails to reach most women and children in high-mortality countries. 17 Apr 2008 08:18

Burn care skills shortage to be treated by UK's first specialist professional qualification
The University Hospital of South Manchester NHS Foundation Trust has launched the UK's first program specifically for practitioners in burns care - with backing from Manchester Metropolitan University (MMU). 11 Apr 2008 06:04

Chest compressions alone CPR simplifies saving lives for bystanders
Chest compressions alone, or Hands-Only Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), can save lives and can be used to help an adult who suddenly collapses, according to a new American Heart Association scientific statement. 2 Apr 2008 09:35

Space-age medical device uses ultrasound to seal punctured lungs
A stretcher races through the entrance of a busy hospital. The car-accident victim lies on top and grimaces in pain. While surface injuries look gruesome, the real medical danger is invisible - internal organ damage caused by being crushed against the steering wheel. 10 Sep 2007 14:49

South Africa clamps down on botched circumcisions
By the time winter has ended, thousands of young South African boys will have gone through a month-long traditional rite of passage and become men. 2 Aug 2007 12:11

Earthquake scare highlights Kenya's emergency response weaknesses
A series of earth tremors that caused panic in the Kenyan capital, Nairobi, has raised concerns over the country's ability to respond to sudden major disasters. 30 Jul 2007 13:54

Nuts for all - allergen-free peanuts
An agricultural researcher at North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University (NCA&T) in the United States has developed a simple process to make allergen-free peanuts. 25 Jul 2007 10:40

Zapped! Lightning Strike Sparks iPod Safety Debate
A Canadian jogger happened to be carrying an iPod at the wrong place at the wrong time... 13 Jul 2007 09:21

Chlorine gas from water plant kills three in southeast Nigeria
At least three people were killed when chlorine gas being used at a water treatment plant in Nigeria's southeastern Cross River state escaped into nearby homes, residents and state officials said. 11 Jul 2007 08:06

Will legal abortions stem maternal death rate in Mozambique?
Citing a high rate of maternal deaths due to illegal, unsafe abortions, Mozambique policymakers are considering legalising the procedure. The country may eventually become one of only a handful in Africa where abortion is available on demand. 31 May 2007 13:29