Lack of vitamin D ups death risks

2011-11-30 13:32:30

In people with low blood levels of vitamin D, boosting them with supplements more than halved a person's risk of dying from any cause compared to someone who remained deficient.

New diabetes test takes 5 minutes

2011-11-30 13:32:02

Bayer's A1CNow+ Multi-Test A1C System, is hitting the Chinese market, enabling physicians to make on-the-spot treatment decisions for diabetes patients.

Fatty liver disease more common

2011-11-30 13:31:23

Fatty liver disease (FLD) is increasingly recognized as one of the most common chronic liver diseases in China.

Half of Chinese men over 60 have BPH

2011-11-30 13:30:51

Nearly half of Chinese men ages 60 and older have benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), also known as benign prostate enlargement.

Wi-Fi connections may damage sperm

2011-11-30 07:59:13

The digital age has left men's nether parts in a squeeze, if you believe the latest science on semen, laptops and wireless connections.

Slim less likely to survive surgery

2011-11-24 13:47:07

People who are underweight have a 40 percent higher risk of dying in the first month after surgery than patients who are overweight.

'Acupuncture is safe for children'

2011-11-24 13:46:25

Researchers who reviewed reports of acupuncture in kids have concluded that the treatment seems safe for the under-18 crowd.

Green tea treats bad cholesterol

2011-11-24 13:43:56

Green tea, taken in a capsule or drunk in a cup, may shave a few points off "bad" cholesterol readings.

New cancer treatment promising

2011-11-24 13:42:23

Cancer patients now have another treatment option, rather than physically debilitating chemotherapy and radiotherapy.

Acne antibiotics cause sore throats

2011-11-24 13:33:14

Young adults who take oral antibiotics for acne may be more likely to get sore throats, according to a new study.

New research not to be sneezed at

2011-11-23 08:08:24

Immunity gained by coming down with a previous, seasonal version of the flu helped temper the severity of the pandemic flu that spread around the globe in 2009.

Cold comfort for psoriasis sufferers

2011-11-23 08:08:24

For many psoriasis sufferers, winter brings not only shorter days and colder temperatures but also worsening symptoms.