Archive: 16/03/2015
HPV vaccination rates lower among the wealthy
Parents in higher socio-economic areas are less likely to allow their children to be vaccinated against human papillomavirus (HPV), new research from Massey University indicates.
Mar 16, 2015
Doctoral student presents research on social media and consent to sexual activity
A University of Arkansas doctoral student's research suggests college students perceive they can assess whether someone would consent to sexual activity by looking at a person's social media profile. Kelley Rhoads said this ...
Mar 16, 2015
High dose zinc acetate lozenges may help shorten cold symptoms
According to a meta-analysis published in BMC Family Practice, high dose zinc acetate lozenges shortened the duration of common-cold associated nasal discharge by 34%, nasal congestion by 37%, scratchy throat by 33%, and ...
Mar 16, 2015
End of life care alters medical student attitudes to practice
Earlier exposure to palliative care can enhance junior doctors' professionalism, focus on and communication with all patients, and other important aspects of care, according to a study from the University of Adelaide.
Mar 16, 2015
Tests to diagnose coronary artery disease come with similar costs
A new type of CT scan initially costs slightly less than the traditional stress test to diagnose blocked coronary arteries in patients with chest pain, but its lower cost did not translate into medical care savings over time, ...
Mar 16, 2015