Archive: 19/09/2017
Lack of trust less of a barrier to clinical trial participation, say minority populations
Significantly fewer African-Americans, Hispanics, Asians and non-Hispanic whites say 'lack of trust' is a reason why individuals do not participate in clinical trials, indicating a more favorable perception of this research. ...
Sep 19, 2017
Hepatitis A outbreak seen in Los Angeles County
Public health authorities on Tuesday declared an outbreak of the highly contagious liver disease hepatitis A in Los Angeles County, the third California region to see significant infections this year.
Sep 19, 2017
Red cosmetic powder used in Hindu ceremonies contains unsafe lead levels
Sindoor—a cosmetic powder sold in the United States and used during Hindu religious and cultural ceremonies—has unsafe levels of lead, according to a Rutgers University study.
Sep 19, 2017