Health

Plant-sourced nitrate proves positive to human health

New research from Edith Cowan University (ECU) has found that nitrate from plant sources is associated with a lower risk of mortality while nitrate from other sources such as animal-based foods, processed meat and tap water, ...

Obstetrics & gynaecology

Texas's 2021 abortion ban tied to rise in infant deaths

Following state legislation passed in 2021 that essentially banned abortion in Texas, the rate of infant deaths rose by almost 13%, compared to a much smaller 1.8% rise nationwide, a new study finds.

Oncology & Cancer

Improving the conversion success rate of hepatocellular carcinoma

Hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) presents significant challenges due to its high incidence and mortality rates, particularly in China where most patients are diagnosed at intermediate or advanced stages. This limits the applicability ...

Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes

Monkeypox's worldwide spread is a warning, researchers say

James Cook University researchers examining the spread of the monkeypox virus say its rapid global spread in 2022, after years of being confined to Central and West Africa, shows the need to remain vigilant against virus ...

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