Children's health
11 Jan 2008
Gastric Banding
Gastric banding is a proven weightloss technique. Here we look at Gastric banding, how it works, benefits and risks of Gastric banding.
Blood
08 Jan 2008
Introduction to Clinical Trials
Clinical trials are a type of clinical research used to investigate the effectiveness of medicines, prevention programs and diagnostic techniques.
Children's health
07 Dec 2007
Effects of Low Dose Arsenic on Development
A team of Dartmouth Medical School (DMS) researchers has determined that low doses of arsenic disrupt the activity of a hormone critical in development. The finding is further evidence that arsenic at low doses (at levels found in US drinking water in some areas) can be harmful. The study appeared…
Children's health
07 Dec 2007
Obesity-Related Hormone is Higher in Children with Down Syndrome
Children with Down syndrome are more likely than their unaffected siblings to have higher levels of a hormone associated with obesity, according to paediatric researchers. The hormone, leptin, may contribute to the known higher risk of obesity among children and adults with Down syndrome. A research team from The Children’s…
Children's health
03 Dec 2007
Exercise Improves Thinking, Reduces Diabetes Risk in Overweight Children
Just three months of daily, vigorous physical activity in overweight children improves their thinking and reduces their diabetes risk, researchers say. Studies of about 200 overweight, inactive children ages 7-11 also showed that a regular exercise program reduces body fat and improves bone density. “Is exercise a magic wand that…
Children's health
22 Nov 2007
Mutations in the Insulin Gene can cause Neonatal Diabetes
Mutations in the insulin gene can cause permanent neonatal diabetes, an unusual form of diabetes that affects very young children and results in lifelong dependence on insulin injections, report researchers from the University of Chicago and Peninsula University (Exeter, UK) in Sept. 18, 2007, issue of the Proceedings of the…
Exercise
22 Nov 2007
Obesity and Sexuality
Sexuality refers to an individual's sexual attitudes, behaviours and practices. It is considered an integral part of our personality. The concept varies widely between individuals,…
Children's health
24 Sep 2007
Australian Pituitary Foundation (APF)
Through their website and other wide ranging activities, the Australian Pituitary Foundation (APF) aims to provide support and information for people with pituitary conditions, their families, healthcare…
Children's health
18 Sep 2007
Progesterone Treatment Does Not Prevent Preterm Birth in Twin Pregnancy
Progesterone therapy does not reduce the chances of preterm birth in women pregnant with twins, reported researchers in a network sponsored by the National Institutes of Health. An earlier study showed progesterone therapy reduced the risk for preterm birth in another category of high risk pregnant women – those carrying…
