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Dad was depressed, he was easily confused
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Dad was depressed, he was easily confused

Children living with depression have a higher risk of behavioral and emotional disorders, according to research by New York University (USA) scientists.

December 14, 2018
Aspirine can prevent rectal cancer
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Aspirine can prevent rectal cancer

According to a new study in British journal The Lancet, long-term intake of aspirine helps prevent colorectal cancer in people at high risk of inheriting the disease.

December 14, 2018
Successfully tested the vaccine against malaria
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Successfully tested the vaccine against malaria

The researchers said the first results of a vaccine against malaria showed that the drug halved the risk of disease in African children between 5 and 17 months of age.

December 14, 2018
Mobile phones do not increase the risk of cancer
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Mobile phones do not increase the risk of cancer

A study in Denmark tracking 350,000 mobile phone users over a period of 18 years showed no relationship between mobile phone use and increased risk of cancer.

December 14, 2018
Who is at risk for pancreatic cancer?
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Who is at risk for pancreatic cancer?

The departure of Steve Jobs is related to a condition known as pancreatic cancer that is very rare. So who is at high risk of getting this disease?

December 14, 2018
Vegetables reduce the risk of colon cancer
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Vegetables reduce the risk of colon cancer

According to a study published in the October issue of the American Dietetic Association, the absorption of fruits and vegetables has different effects on colon and rect…

December 14, 2018
Use of cocaine is prone to blindness
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Use of cocaine is prone to blindness

People who have been taking cocaine are at a higher risk of glaucoma - one of the most common causes of blindness, the latest study by US scientists said.

December 14, 2018
Drinking alcohol modulates a lower risk of asthma
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Drinking alcohol modulates a lower risk of asthma

According to research by Danish scientists presented at the annual meeting of the European Respiratory Association in Amsterdam, drinking alcohol with moderate amounts m…

December 14, 2018