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Coronary calcium levels 'can predict risk of death'

Posted in Cardio-Vascular, Death and Dying, Diagnostics on Thu July 03, 2008

A new study has demonstrated that measuring calcium deposits in the heart's arteries can serve as an indicator of mortality risk in elderly American adults. ... Continue Reading

Stem cells found to build heart tissue

Scientists conducting stem cell research at the Washington University School of Medicine in St Louis have demonstrated that embryonic stem cells from mice can help build the heart. ... Continue Reading

Stents reduce the risk of heart attacks in obese people

Posted in Cardio-Vascular, Stroke, Weight and Obesity on Thu July 03, 2008

Obese people who have had stents placed in diseased arteries are less likely to have heart attacks than people of average weight, Reuters has reported. ... Continue Reading

Cancer spread can be monitored by blood test

Posted in Cancer, Industry News on Thu July 03, 2008

A new breakthrough may mean that the spread of cancer cells could now be monitored by a blood test, it has been reported. ... Continue Reading

Weekends are worst for weight loss

Posted in Exercise, Nutrition, Weight and Obesity on Thu July 03, 2008

People who diet and exercise are less likely to lose body weight during the weekend, new findings have suggested. ... Continue Reading

Deep rest can treat disorders

Posted in Genetic Research, Pain Management, Sleep on Thu July 03, 2008

By triggering a state of deep rest, patients can deal with a range of disorders more effectively, new research has revealed. ... Continue Reading

Smokeless tobacco still has cancer risk

Posted in Cancer on Thu July 03, 2008

People who use smokeless tobacco products (STPs) have an increased risk of developing types of cancer, according to research. ... Continue Reading

Smoking bans improve health

Posted in Respiratory on Wed July 02, 2008

Recent smoking bans in workplaces and restaurants have had a positive impact on the public's health, according to new research. ... Continue Reading

New strategy needed to fight obesity in the US

Posted in Weight and Obesity on Wed July 02, 2008

A population-based approach has been recommended to tackle obesity in America, according to a new report. ... Continue Reading

Mediterranean food 'reduces the risk of cancer'

Posted in Cancer, Weight and Obesity on Wed July 02, 2008

People who adopt a Mediterranean diet could significantly reduce their risk of getting cancer, according to scientific research. ... Continue Reading

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