Iron deficiency (ID) is a major public health burden in African children and accurate prevalence estimates are important for effective…
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Gilead to Expand Coronavirus Drug Trials to Other Countries
The drug maker said that in March it would begin two more clinical trials of remdesivir, an experimental antiviral drug,…
Portable ‘electronic nose’ can accurately pick up esophageal cancer precursor
A portable ‘electronic nose’ can accurately pick up the precursor condition to food pipe (esophageal) cancer, known as Barrett’s esophagus,…
‘Low’ socioeconomic status is the biggest barrier to STEM participation
A new study has found that socioeconomic status (SES) has the strongest impact on whether secondary school students study the…
Widowhood accelerates cognitive decline among those at risk for Alzheimer’s disease
A new study finds that widowhood can have another profound effect: It may accelerate cognitive decline.
Multi-sensor band quickly and simply records subtle changes in patients with MS
An international team of scientists has developed a new, multi-sensor tool that measures subtle changes in multiple sclerosis patients, allowing…
Scientists find link between genes and ability to exercise
A team of researchers have discovered a genetic mutation that reduces a patient’s ability to exercise efficiently.
Drivers of expensive cars less likely to yield for pedestrians
What does the car you drive say about your manners? New study finds that drivers of flashy cars are less…
Hearing aids may delay cognitive decline
Wearing hearing aids may delay cognitive decline in older adults and improve brain function, according to promising new research. Researchers…
The Difference Between Worry, Stress and Anxiety
They’re not all the same, but we do have tips to help you deal with all of them.