2010 January
Jan 31 2010
Are you finding it hard to quit smoking? Here is one more reason why you should: a study published by the UCLA states that smoking would continue to increase the risk that a person has towards age-related macular degeneration (AMD) even after you turn 80. AMD is one the top causes of blindness in Americans [...]
Jan 24 2010
An integral part of our bodily functions is the nervous system. Nerve cells are part of the communication process in our body and takes place through vesicles, which have signaling molecules also known as neurotransmitters. The production of new vesicles is important for a good communication process in the nervous system. If any lapses do [...]
Jan 21 2010
Unlike porcelain veneers, dental crowns can be made from a variety of materials. It’s important to understand the benefits of the different materials used before making a decision on which one to use. Metal crowns include gold crowns and crowns made from other alloys. These are the strongest crowns possible, although they cannot be color [...]
Jan 14 2010
A new study indicates that psychological stress at the workplace affects employees’ ability to carry out their jobs effectively. Debra Lerner, Ph.D., director, Program on Health, Work and Productivity, Institute for Clinical Research and Health Policy Studies at Tufts Medical Center says, “This is a large economic and a human cost. We need to develop [...]
Jan 07 2010
A Cell Press publication in December 2009 included details regarding a new study carried out on mice, which indicated that the fountain of youth might still be within reach – with new treatments being developed to prolong youthfulness whilst also stating that these might also help delay the development of Alzheimer’s disease. Andrew Dillin, The [...]
Jan 01 2010
Cluster headaches can hit you many times in a day and come on without any warning. They are not known to last for long and are horribly painful. Also called suicide headaches, it brings on an intense pain, sometimes felt only on one side of the head. Sometimes, you might even feel the pain around [...]