New Guidelines for Air Passengers Issued
For long it was believed that dehydration, consumption of alcohol in a flight and travelling by economy class could cause severe blood clots which could be life threatening. However, in the guidelines issued by the American College of Chest Physicians, it has been said none of the above mentioned factors could trigger clots or deep vein thrombosis.
Lap-Band Surgery Halted At Two Outpatient Clinics
It has been reported that surgery of Lap-Band has been halted for a while by two of the Los Angeles-area outpatient clinics as review over the procedure of the surgery is being carried out. The two clinics which have stopped the performing the Lap-Band surgeries have been identified as New Life Surgery Center and Valley Surgical Center located in Beverly Hills and West Hills respectively.
US Study Finds New Parkinson’s Replica
It has been recently revealed in a report that scientists from the U. S have been able to replicate the structure of genetic Parkinson’s disease. This is a significant achievement for the scientists as it will help in further understanding the mutations of Parkinson’s disease.
Obama Administration to Extend More Funds For Alzheimer’s Research
It has been recently revealed in a report that the Obama Administration has planned to boost the funds for the research and development of proper cure and awareness of Alzheimer’s disease. It was revealed by the officials from the administration department that there is dire need for giving more funds for the development of further cure in the field of Alzheimer’s disease.
Campylobacteriosis Infection Causes Guillain-Barré Syndrome
In a recent study, it has been alleged that the Campylobacteriosis infection is causing Guillain-Barré Syndrome. According to researchers of the study, about 12 cases of Guillain-Barré Syndrome turn up every year because of Campylobacteriosis.
Specialists Shortage Causing Concerns to Expecting Mums of Whanganui
It has been reported that in the coming years, expecting mums of Whanganui region would have to face problem as shortage of specialist in being felt. Because of the shortage of the specialists, the pregnant women with birth complications might be required to travel to Palmerston North hospital for getting timely care.
Debate Kicks Over Breastfeeding and bottle feeding
Medical experts for long have been advising women to breastfeed their babies for at least six months. Breast milk is believed to have essential minerals and vitamins which are good for the development of the baby.
Tanning Beds Need To Go, Says Report
In a recent report it has been revealed that a salon owner Miriam Lacey has planned to stop the use of one of hr tanning beds, before the govern finally bans them. This is in wake of the recent announcement of the fact that these tanning beds might be the reason for causing skin cancer, melanoma in people.
Fizzy Drinks Can Cause Asthma
It has been recently revealed in a report that too many fizzy drinks might put a person at the risk of contracting Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disorders. Basically it raises the risk of asthma. This study has been done by a research team from Australia, and they are of the view that as many 1 in every 10 people are hooked to drinking as much as half liter of soft drinks per day.
Free Cervical Cancer Vaccination
In a recent report it has been revealed that, there has been an urge made for the girls in year 7, to get effective protection against cervical cancer. The Casey Council has organized a free vaccination program, and the parents of the girls have been asked to take advantage from this free program, which will protect their children from the danger of cervical cancer.
Adelaide Zoo’s Lion Mujambi Recovering from Cancer Surgery
It has been reported that a lion which was recently operated for testicular cancer is now recovering well. The lion was located at the Adelaide Zoo. The lion, Mujambi, was suspected of being suffering with testicular cancer two months back by a senior vet, Ian Smith.
A Person’s Name that is Easy To Pronounce Gives him Popularity, Says Research
A recent research conducted by the researchers of Melbourne has found that the person whose name is easy to pronounce leaves lasting impression over others. According to the researchers the ‘name pronunciation effect’ helps others in judging others.
Book Sharing Heart Touching experience of organ Donors Released
A collection of heart touching stories of organ donation has been presented by a resident of Camden, Debbie Roberts, in a book “DonateLife Book of Life”. In the book, the author has tried to capture the agony of those who have to go through the painful process of organ donation and succumbs to death.
Mothers, Babies Still Not Secure at Furness Hospital
Making an immensely shocking disclosure, a recent report released by an independent watchdog has claimed that the lives of babies and mothers and still being risked at one of the hospitals in south Cumbria.
Need For Registry of Implants Stressed Upon
It has been recently revealed that Sir Kent Woods, chief executive of the Medicines and Healthcare Products Regulatory Agency and Sir Bruce Keogh, the chief medical officer of the National Health Service have separately called on the country to register the implants that are done here.
NHS Puts Contraceptive Implants on Young Children Without Consent From Parents
In a recent report, it has been revealed that a girl, merely 13 years old, got contraceptive implants injected to herself without disclosing it to her parents. It was according to a new initiative taken for cutting the number of unplanned and underage pregnancies in the vicinity.
Care for Elderly Needs To Be Developed Further
It has been recently revealed in a report that the recent turmoil in the social care system is taking a toll on elderly health care. The Commons health committee is of the view that there is need for new local groups in England, to come with ideas of joint health and housing care of the people in the vicinity.
Smoke Can Lead To Cognitive Decline, Says Research
It is quite natural for human to experience a decline in the mental activities as they grow old. But, a recent research has found that men, who smoke, experience a rapid mental decline. In short we can say that smoke leaves adverse impact over brain.