Archive for April 8th, 2008

Study shows genes drive children’s changing fears

Apr 8 : A new study has shown that common fears in humans are linked to genetic factors, which keep changing as children and adolescents age.

Biologists find first lungless frog

April 8 : Biologists have found the first recorded species of frog that breathes without lungs in a clear, cold-water stream on the island of Borneo in Indonesia.

TV in bedroom linked to unhealthy habits in teens

Apr 8 : Teens who watch TV in their bedrooms are less likely to engage in healthy habits such as exercising, eating fruits or vegetables, and enjoying family meals, according to a new study.

Shiny lip balms, glosses linked to skin cancer risk

Apr 8 : Can’t get enough of the daily dose of sunscreen, shiny lip balm, and gloss to protect your skin and add that dash of shine to your face? Well, then here’s a new flash for you – these so-called beauty enhancing products can actually increase your

Son-to-father avian flu transmission worries health experts

April 8 : Two cases of avian flu in a Chinese family have given rise to speculations that the H5N1 virus may have acquired mutations that let it pass from one person to another.

Leaky blood vessels may play key role in Lou Gehrig’s progression

Apr 8 : A new study from University of Rochester Medical Centre has found that leaky blood vessels that are unable to protect the spinal cord from toxins may play a crucial role in amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) or Lou Gehrig’s disease

Exercise during pregnancy beneficial for mother and baby

Apr 8 : Exercise during pregnancy has a positive effect on moms’ cardiovascular activity and also on their developing offspring, according to a new study.

Dry airways play key role in development of chronic lung diseases

Apr 8 : Researchers from Heidelberg and US have revealed that dry airways play a key role in the development of chronic lung diseases including cystic fibrosis, asthma and smoker’s lung, and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).

Scientists offer faster test to detect fake Tamiflu

Apr 8 : Chemists in Georgia have announced the development of a new and faster method to identify fake Tamiflu, the medication for preventing and treating bird flu.

Testosterone therapy may decrease bone loss in older men

April 8 : A new study has found that testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) improves bone strength and muscle mass in older men who have low testosterone levels and may help prevent osteoporosis.