Medical research

New technique to detect extremely small numbers of virus cells

Annual vaccinations against seasonal flu have become a way to protect the elderly and vulnerable in society, but the development of new flu vaccines is both expensive and time-consuming. There is therefore a great need for ...

Health

An easy recipe for healthier back-to-school lunches

Getting kids to eat right can be a challenge, but an easy place to start is with the lunch they bring to school. Make the contents of their lunchbox more fun, and they'll be more likely to eat what you pack. These creative ...

Medical research

Measuring ultrasound for better treatment of muscle injuries

A new tool developed at the National Physical Laboratory (NPL), the UK's National Measurement Institute, could help improve the quality of ultrasound treatment for soft tissue injuries such as muscle strains and ligament ...

Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes

Endometriosis: Diagnosing the debilitating condition

In remarks this month to members of Congress and their staffs, Dr. Wendaline VanBuren, a Mayo Clinic radiologist who specializes in gynecologic imaging, discussed the importance of research in improving early detection and ...

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