Archive: 17/10/2016
Could assisted reproduction reduce birth defects for older women?
Babies born to women aged 40 and over from assisted reproduction have fewer birth defects compared with those from women who conceive naturally at the same age, according to new research from the University of Adelaide.
Oct 17, 2016
Close proximity of slum dwellers could be answer to health problems
A new study suggests that the 'neighbourhood effect' of slums could help to alleviate some of their associated health problems.
Oct 17, 2016
Foster care children at much greater risk of physical, mental health problems
Children who have been in the U.S. foster care system are at a significantly higher risk of mental and physical health problems - ranging from learning disabilities, developmental delays and depression to behavioral issues, ...
Oct 17, 2016
New study links protein in wheat to the inflammation of chronic health conditions
Scientists have discovered that a protein in wheat triggers the inflammation of chronic health conditions, such as multiple sclerosis, asthma and rheumatoid arthritis, and also contributes towards the development of non-coeliac ...
Oct 17, 2016
New advances in imaging to enhance the detection of GI cancers
A new imaging technique is under development with the aim of detecting and characterising early cancerous changes in the gastrointestinal (GI) tract.
Oct 17, 2016