Smoking ban linked to survival, drop in kids' asthma
Smoking bans can lead to major improvements in childhood asthma, and potentially save lives, a new study shows. rssfeeds.usatoday.com |
MP wants Parliament to ban gene patents
Federal Parliament is being asked to clarify who, if anyone, owns the rights to human genes. abc.net.au |
Parents unaware of SIDS sleeping risks: review
A review of cot deaths in NSW has raised fears that guidelines on sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS) are not being adequately adhered to, despite a huge public awareness campaign. abc.net.au |
'Physiological' shoes: Slimming? Stand on your own two feet
'Physiological' shoes are everywhere, but they're no substitute for exercise, learns Jane Alexander. telegraph.co.uk |
U.S. Orders Vast Review of Bioethics
President Obama ordered a vast review to ensure the ethical treatment of people who take part in research backed by the federal government. feeds.nytimes.com |