Archive: 15/04/2016

A better nutritional facts panel

The ubiquitous nutrition facts panel has graced food packages for many years. But can it be improved?

Apr 15, 2016

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Self-understanding helps criminal substance abusers

Impulsiveness, crime and problems with social interaction. Many substance abusers also struggle with antisocial personality disorders, which makes it difficult for them to complete a drug or alcohol treatment programme. New ...

Apr 15, 2016

Scientists develop the first 'pharmalogical' tourniquet

Imagine the following scenario. You are leading your team on patrol in pursuit of enemy insurgents and trigger a booby-trap. The explosion is massive. You hit the ground hard with both legs blown off. After the dust and smoke ...

Apr 15, 2016

Spring allergies? don't assume it's only pollen

(HealthDay)—Spring allergy season is here, so if you know your triggers you can start reducing your symptoms, experts say.

Apr 15, 2016

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Dental public health expert reacts to LGA report on children's teeth

The Local Government Association has today published a report that states that around 100 children and teenagers a day are being admitted to hospital for surgery to remove rotten teeth.

Apr 15, 2016

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Americans live longer but with disabilities or health issues, study shows

Americans are living longer but in poorer health, according to a new study.

Apr 15, 2016

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New guidance on preventing sudden cardiac death in athletes published

The Journal of the American College of Cardiology today published a consensus statement that establishes guidance for conducting pre-participation screenings of college athletes and encourages emergency action plans for quickly ...

Apr 15, 2016

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Poor patient warfarin knowledge may increase risk of deadly side effects

15 April 2016: Patients have poor knowledge of warfarin which may increase their risk of serious side effects, according to research presented today at EuroHeartCare 2016 by Dr Kjersti Oterhals, a nurse researcher at Haukeland ...

Apr 15, 2016