All Health articles – Page 36
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PodcastThiomersal
Kat Arney introduces the organomercury preservative associated with the current controversy around vaccines
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OpinionWe need a global plan to beat resistance
We all need to do our bit and act for the common good if we’re going to protect antibiotics
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FeatureJoining the injured
Andy Extance discovers how new medical adhesives are overcoming the difficulties bodily fluids cause conventional polymers
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NewsHigher lead levels in blood of Flint’s young children
US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports levels of lead are of concern
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ResearchSweet tear sensor could ease pain of diabetes
New non-invasive sensor could check blood glucose levels using tears
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PodcastAmmonium carbonate
Ever taken a whiff of smelling salts? For many years, the compound that contributed the pungent pong was ammonium carbonate
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News
New biobank supports Obama’s personalised medicine initiative
Mayo Clinic receives $142 million to shed light on individual differences in health and disease
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NewsWorld faces tough challenge turning words into action on antibiotic resistance
Countries are waking up to the challenge of ‘superbugs’ but agreeing a way forward will be tricky
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ResearchIBM-led team aims molecular antivirus at buildings and people
Polymers initially targeting cleaning wipes stop 11 different viruses entering cells
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News
Large HIV vaccine trial to launch in South Africa
US funding agency will enlist 5400 people for HIV vaccine study in South Africa in November
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FeatureBuilding better bones
Can we make biodegradable materials strong enough to support the human body yet porous enough to allow real bone tissue to regenerate? Hayley Birch finds out
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ResearchAFM maps bacteria on skin
Scientists measure binding forces between bacteria and skin cells for better vaccines and skin treatments
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ResearchDissolving bone to ease pain
Using chemistry to treat and prevent abnormal bone growths in military amputees
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PodcastHaloperidol
It failed as a painkiller, but Haldol rapidly became an essential medicine for schizophrenia. Raychelle Burks explains more
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NewsLack of data on BPA exposure in developing countries
Few studies focus on developing countries where regulations around BPA use are less strict
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OpinionWhy we need an allergic reaction
Michael Walker calls for a grand vision to protect people with food allergy
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ResearchGolden opportunity to fight blindness with bananas
Studies on ‘golden bananas’ may help researchers develop carotenoid-rich varieties to combat vitamin A deficiency
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ResearchDissolving electrodes could ease pain of epilepsy surgery
Electronics could identify areas of brain for treatment and then melt away after use with no need for surgical removal
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OpinionCan we wait for e-cigarette trials?
Safety data is needed but is not a reason to ignore vaping now, says Thomas Hartung
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ResearchSmart bandages you press for antibacterial action
Only releasing antibacterials when needed leave bacteria with no time to adapt