| Virus 'link' to childhood obesity A virus which causes respiratory infections has been linked to childhood obesity, in a study that is likely to reignite a controversial debate. bbc.co.uk |
Appeals court considers ban on stem cell research By NEDRA PICKLER 2010-09-27T17:16:09ZWASHINGTON (AP) -- The Obama administration pleaded with an appeals court Monday to overturn a judge's order halting federal funding of stem cell research, arguing the ban would irreparably harm scientific progress toward potentially lifesaving medical treatment.... hosted.ap.org |
New mothers 'failed' by NHS care Many new mothers are being let down by the care they receive after having a baby, a survey has found. bbc.co.uk |
How dark chocolate may be good for diabetics An ingredient in dark chocolate could help diabetics reduce high cholesterol levels, a study claims. bbc.co.uk |
Study: Low-dose aspirin may cut colon cancer risk By MARIA CHENG 2010-10-22T13:21:45ZLONDON (AP) -- A new analysis suggests that taking a low dose of aspirin may modestly reduce the risk of developing colon cancer or dying of the disease.... hosted.ap.org |