Archive: 17/12/2014
Hugs help protect against stress and infection, researchers say
Instead of an apple, could a hug-a-day keep the doctor away? According to new research from Carnegie Mellon University, that may not be that far-fetched of an idea.
Dec 17, 2014
Anti-diabetic drug springs new hope for tuberculosis patients
A more effective treatment for tuberculosis (TB) could soon be available as scientists have discovered that Metformin (MET), a drug for treating diabetes, can also be used to boost the efficacy of TB medication without inducing ...
Dec 17, 2014
Growing shortage of stroke specialists seen
Although stroke is the No. 4 cause of death and a leading cause of disability in the United States, there's an increasing shortage of neurologists who specialize in stroke care.
Dec 17, 2014
Up to one million facing hunger in Ebola-hit countries: UN
Border closures, quarantines and crop losses in West African nations battling the Ebola virus could lead to as many as one million people going hungry, UN food agencies said on Wednesday.
Dec 17, 2014