Archive: 28/10/2015

Eye's recycling process key to seeing color, bright light

As many of us learned in high school science class, the retina's rods and cones allow us to see. Rods are for night vision, and cones operate in bright light and allow us to distinguish colors. But although scientists have ...

Oct 28, 2015

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Nurse publishes first nursing textbook on American Indian health

American Indians have the highest suicide rate for teens, the highest prevalence of diabetes and one of the lowest life expectancies in the United States.

Oct 28, 2015

More than 80 percent of UK GPs plan to quit or cut back on hours in next five years

A study conducted at University of Warwick suggests that most GPs are considering quitting general practice or having a career break in the next five years.

Oct 28, 2015

A smart inhaler for people with asthma

Rescue inhalers are commonly used by asthmatics, as necessary, during asthma attacks. But people with asthma sometimes use maintenance inhalers, on a prescribed schedule, to prevent attacks.

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Northern climes make a difference with growth hormone treatment

The rate of growth in children varies with the season while higher latitude and greater summer daylight exposure makes a significant difference in results for children treated with growth hormone, according to new research ...

Oct 28, 2015

Prosthetic eye maker brings relief to wounded Gazans

Imad Abu Wadi barely slept after losing his right eye during the summer 2014 war between Israel and Hamas in the Gaza Strip.

Oct 28, 2015

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Drug prices top Americans' list of health care concerns

Americans from across the political spectrum are worried about the cost of prescription drugs for serious diseases, following weeks of news coverage about companies hiking prices for critical medicines.

Oct 28, 2015

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Rates of mental health problems likely to increase in months after UK troops return from Afghanistan

Mental health problems such as post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), depression and anxiety are likely to increase in UK military personnel during the months after returning from Afghanistan, according to a study by researchers ...

Oct 28, 2015