Archive: 26/01/2018

Swallowed button batteries add to safety concerns about 'fidget spinners'

A report of two young children with burns of the esophagus caused by swallowed button batteries from "fidget spinners" highlights a risk of severe injuries involving these popular toys, according to a series of reports in ...

Jan 26, 2018

What are memories made of? New study sheds light on key protein

Ask a nonscientist what memories are made of and you'll likely conjure images of childhood birthday parties or wedding days. Charles Hoeffer thinks about proteins.

Jan 26, 2018

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US sees most active flu season since 2009 'swine' pandemic (Update)

Flu is sweeping the United States, killing at least 37 children and sending the most people nationwide in search of medical care since the 2009 "swine flu" pandemic, US officials said Friday.

Jan 26, 2018

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Lutathera approved for some gastro and pancreatic cancers

(HealthDay)—Lutathera (lutetium Lu 177 dotatate) is the first radioactive drug to be approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration to treat certain cancers of the gastrointestinal tract and pancreas, the agency said ...

Jan 26, 2018

Monkey deaths prompt FDA probe, new controls on animal research

(HealthDay)—A U.S. government study using monkeys to investigate nicotine addiction has been halted and an investigation launched after four monkeys died.

Jan 26, 2018

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Choose Omega-3s from fish over flax for cancer prevention, study finds

Omega-3s from fish pack a stronger punch than flaxseed and other oils when it comes to cancer prevention, according to a first-ever University of Guelph study.

Jan 26, 2018

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When you need a breast screening, should you get a 3-D mammogram?

When I went to the imaging center for my regular mammogram last year, the woman behind the desk asked me if I'd like to get a "3-D" mammogram instead of the standard test I'd had in the past.

Jan 26, 2018