Health
Vaping illnesses in US still rising, though at slower pace
The number of vaping illnesses in the U.S. is still rising, but at a slower pace.
Nov 14, 2019
0
2
Lung Damage
Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
Mechanical ventilation as aggravating factor in lung failure
Mechanical ventilation can contribute to lung damage by inducing rapid changes in oxygen levels. Researchers at the Medical University of Vienna are now conducting studies for the first time into the significance of these ...
Apr 4, 2016
0
0
Health
Peru warns against ritual New Year effigy-burning
Peru warned the public Tuesday against its popular New Year tradition of burning national hate figures in effigy, saying the smoke poses a cancer risk.
Dec 29, 2015
0
3
Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
Research progresses on reduction of lung injuries caused by mechanical breathing
The Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry of the Universitat de València is participating in pioneering research to advance the prevention of lung damage from mechanical ventilation in operations that require general anaesthesia. ...
Jan 29, 2015
0
7
Medical research
Curcumin may protect premature infants' lungs
Turmeric, a key ingredient in spicy curry dishes, has long been known to have medicinal values. Now new research finds a substance in turmeric, curcumin, may provide lasting protection against potentially deadly lung damage ...
Jul 2, 2013
0
0
Other
Problems with a gastric band
As the number of people having gastric bands fitted to lose weight increases, so will the number of complications associated with the procedure. A Case Report published Online First by the Lancet details the problems experienced ...
Dec 21, 2011
2
0
