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New device may show doctors more of the colon
An Israeli company has designed a new colonoscope that may help doctors miss fewer suspicious polyps during examinations.
Short paramedic courses under fire
The Health Professions Council of SA (HPCSA) has proposed that all short course paramedic qualifications be closed, says report
Putting group fitness classes in the proper light
Fitness experts are shining a new light on group classes from Zumba to yoga.
Blame your parents for bunion woes
Common foot deformities such as bunions and hammer toes are inherited, a new foot study says.
Outrage over doping in professional sport
Governments and professional sporting bodies have expressed their outrage that the use of banned performance-enhancing drugs in professional sport has yet again come to the fore.
Scientists explore future tropical rainfall
A new study, looks to the past to learn about the future of tropical climate change.
WHO says single yellow fever shot is enough
World Health Organization says single yellow fever shot enough to guarantee life-long immunity.
Acne pill benefits outweigh blood clot risk: EU agency
Europe's medicines watchdog said Friday the benefits of acne drug Diane 35, widely used as a contraceptive, outweigh the risk of developing blood clots in the veins.
Brain stimulation may help with maths ability
Applying painless but targeted electrical stimulation to parts of the brain that play a role in number manipulation may in future be a way to help people who struggle with maths.
1 in 5 teens have a mental disorder
As many as 1 in 5 American kids suffer from a mental disorder such as anxiety or depression and the incidence of such ailments is rising.
New cancer tools offer alternative to chemo
After decades of using one-size-fits-all therapies to combat cancer, doctors are using new tools to help decide when their patients can skip chemotherapy or other harsh treatments.
Living near fast-food outlets ups obesity risk
Having a fast-food restaurant nearby might be a convenience, but living within two miles of one may boost your risk of obesity.
Eyelash extension adhesives can cause bad reactions
Infections and allergies from cosmetic procedures involving eyelash extensions can damage eyes or cause swelling and a loss of eyelashes.
Adult kids of substance abusers prone to depression
The adult children of parents who were addicted to alcohol or drugs are at increased risk for depression.
Depression may boost stroke risk in women
Although risk is still low, a study found that stroke risk nearly doubled for depressed women in their 40s and 50s.
Sars-like virus spreads from patient to nurse
Two health workers in Saudi Arabia have become infected with a potentially fatal new Sars-like virus after catching it from patients in their care.
Anti-gay bullying tied to teen depression
Suicidal thoughts and depression are more likely for kids victimised over sexual orientation, research finds.
MRI scans make baby autopsies more 'acceptable'
Bereaved parents who do not want to see their dead babies go through a conventional autopsy could in future be offered a less invasive option.
Public pools contaminated with human waste
Up to 50% of pool filters that were tested in a study contained E-coli bacteria found in human faeces.
Nanotechnology to help fight diabetes
An injectable nanogel can monitor blood-sugar levels and secrete insulin when needed and may help fight diabetes.
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