Experimental heart procedure helps those too frail for surgery
Fixing an aortic heart valve with an implant set in place using a method much like angioplasty improved survival in those too sick for surge ... rssfeeds.usatoday.com |
Jail sentence for child abuse mother
A mother of eight who admitted her role in one of South Australia's worst cases of child neglect has been jailed for of six years, with a non-parole period of three years and three months. abc.net.au |
Prescriptions: Botox for Migraines Is Approved
The Food and Drug Administration’s decision to give Allergan the go-ahead to market Botox for chronic migraines comes after the company paid $600 million to settle illegal marketing allegations. feeds.nytimes.com |
Alzheimer's: Can vitamin B12 lower risk?
People who eat a diet rich in vitamin B12 may be protecting themselves from Alzheimer's disease, a small, preliminary study suggests. rssfeeds.usatoday.com |
International doctors recruited for regional areas
Regional Australia can expect up to 50 new GPs over the next year as a result of the Australian Medical Association's 'Missing Doctor' program. abc.net.au |