Biomarkers Show Potential for Parkinson’s Diagnosis
Researchers also hope it will help doctors track treatment
Debunking Contraception Myths to Reduce Unintended Pregnancy
Study of 35 nations shows underuse of current contraception options
Fewer Than Half of Ebola Pledges Have Reached Area in Need
Just 40 percent of pledged aid has been received by hardest hit countries
Healthy Diet Independently Tied to Lower Risk of COPD
Consuming less red meat, soda and alcohol tied to less COPD in study
AICR: Awareness of Key Cancer Risk Factors Alarmingly Low
Many worry about unproven factors like food additives; less about exercise and obesity
Infection Most Common Readmission Reason Post-Surgery
Knowing why readmissions happen is first step in reducing them, researcher says
One in Three Prefer Earlier Death to Daily Pill
One of three survey respondents rejected the idea even if it meant a shorter life
Flu Vaccination Rates for Nursing Home Staff Too Low
Many nursing home workers have mistaken beliefs about the flu and vaccination
Monounsaturated Fatty Acids May Improve Adipose Dysfunction
Study in mice shows MUFAs impede adipose interleukin-1β secretion and insulin resistance
‘Battlefield’ Blood Transfusion Deemed More Beneficial
Balanced mix of blood products developed in combat arenas better than regular transfusions
