Health
How to safely use plastic containers in your microwave
(HealthDay)—For many, a microwave is indispensable, but questions remain about the safety of containers used to cook and reheat food in it.
Jan 23, 2019
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News tagged with controversy
Health
Majority of US doctors discussing electronic cigarettes with their patients
A new survey of US doctors reveals they are frequently discussing electronic cigarettes (e-cigs) with patients in a clinical setting. A substantial proportion of physicians also recommend e-cigs to their patients who smoke ...
Aug 24, 2016
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Cardiology
New blood pressure guidelines may lead to under treatment of older adults
Approximately one-third of U.S. adults have hypertension (or high blood pressure). Treatment of this condition is essential to the prevention of cardiovascular disease (CVD), the #1 killer of both men and women in the country. ...
Jul 6, 2015
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Genetics
Should scientists be allowed to genetically alter human embryos?
Scientists have at their disposal a way to explore the possible prevention of genetic diseases before birth. But should they? Currently, the most promising path forward involves editing the genes of human embryos, a procedure ...
Jul 1, 2015
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Health
The majority of amateur athletes undergoing hypoxic training are not advised by specialists
Physical performance after periods of hypoxic training in low-oxygen conditions has become a matter of growing controversy within the scientific community. An international study, with the help of Spanish researchers, compared ...
Jun 26, 2015
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Medical research
Study gives new hope for women suffering from recurrent miscarriage
A team of researchers, led by the University of Warwick, have published new data that could prove vital for advances in care for women who suffer from recurrent miscarriage.
Sep 11, 2013
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Health
Explainer: Muscle memory
"Muscle memory" is a frequently used term to describe the learning of motor skills, be they sport, music, or everyday activity. But interestingly, despite the widespread usage of the term, controversy exists as to its accuracy.
Sep 9, 2013
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Health
Preemie study sparks debate over risks of research
Doctors frequently prescribe one treatment over another without any evidence to know which option works best, and they don't have to tell their patients that they're essentially guessing.
Aug 29, 2013
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Oncology & Cancer
Hormone replacement therapy—clarity at last
The British Menopause Society and Women's Health Concern have today released updated guidelines on Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) to provide clarity around the role of HRT, the benefits and the risks. The new guidelines ...
May 24, 2013
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Oncology & Cancer
Researchers provide prospective on low-dose radiation biology controversy
A review of the current issues in low-dose radiation research authored by two radiation biologists from the Pacific Northwest National Laboratory is the cover story of the May 2013 issue of Radiation Research. The review, ...
May 14, 2013
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