Archive: 04/07/2013

Leading the way in analysis of 'legal highs'

A team at the University of Lincoln, UK, is leading the way in new research aimed at detecting the vast amount of substances available on the legal highs market. A method developed at Lincoln has now been incorporated into ...

Jul 4, 2013

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A gene responsible for building neural circuitry contributes to proper development of both the eye and ear

Myopia is a visual defect arising from abnormalities in the length of the eyeball and is widespread throughout the world. Hearing loss is also relatively common, affecting nearly 1 in 500 individuals by the age of 9. Although ...

Jul 4, 2013

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Drawing Donors: How psychology researchers use mind/body strategies to break down barriers to blood donation

(Medical Xpress)—While blood donation needs in the United States are being met, this is largely credited to a rise in first-time donors. The American Red Cross recently lowered the age of donor eligibility, which has led ...

Jul 4, 2013

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Britain records new death from MERS virus

A Qatari man has died in a British hospital from the Middle East Respiratory Syndrome (MERS) virus which has been causing increasing alarm among world health experts, officials said Thursday.

Jul 4, 2013

China government to probe 60 firms over drug prices

China's top economic planner is to investigate 60 pharmaceutical companies for excessive charges, including several joint ventures with foreign firms, state media reported Thursday.

Jul 4, 2013

Interactive software helps veterans suffering from PTSD

Digital tools can be an easily accessible and effective way of treating veterans who suffer from brain injuries and post-traumatic stress.

Jul 4, 2013

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New marker substance for cancer cells

Scientists from ETH Zurich have developed a new substance that enables certain tumour types to be rendered visible in high resolution using positron emission tomography. The so-called tracer has successfully been tested in ...

Jul 4, 2013

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Graying of rural America has policy implications

More than 16.5 percent of rural Americans are age 65 or older, a higher proportion than in other parts of the country, so any changes to government services will have a greater affect on people who live in rural areas, reported ...

Jul 4, 2013