Archive: 19/10/2016
More than 80 children sickened by food poisoning in Cambodia
Officials say more than 80 schoolchildren in Cambodia have fallen ill after eating contaminated food distributed by a local volunteer group.
Oct 19, 2016
More support needed for nurses facing mistreatment at work
New research suggests that nurses need more help dealing with disrespectful behaviour from colleagues if patient care is to be maintained.
Oct 19, 2016
Researchers perform large genome-wide analysis of multiple sclerosis
In a large-scale, genome-wide analysis of more than 110,000 samples, a worldwide consortium of scientists has identified 200 genetic loci associated with multiple sclerosis (MS), an inflammatory and neurodegenerative disease ...
Oct 19, 2016
Deadly intestinal disease in preemies may be caused by genetic deficiency
A life-threatening condition that causes the intestines in premature infants to become infected and die may be triggered by a disruption in the way the body metabolizes energy, according to Rutgers scientists.
Oct 19, 2016
Experts call for urgent change in the care of young adults with IBD
Today, world leading digestive health experts are presenting a pioneering new programme that could have a significant impact on the quality of life of young adults living with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). Experts believe ...
Oct 19, 2016
Severe lead poisoning in children: Causes and risk factors
Although national and local policies have reduced the prevalence of lead poisoning in the United States, severe cases still occur. Whereas, exposures at blood lead levels (BLLs) as low as 5 μg/dL have been associated with ...
Oct 19, 2016