Written on Dec, 11, 2010
by DrB
Almost half of the adult population snores at least occasionally. Snoring occurs when air flows past relaxed tissues in the throat, causing them to vibrate. Nasal congestion can also contribute to the racket.
Written on Dec, 11, 2010
by DrB
Pfizer was accused of hiring investigators ‘to uncover corruption links’ to Nigeria’s former attorney general and apply pressure to drop lawsuits against the company over a controversial 1996 test of antibiotics on children with meningitis, according to a secret State Department cable that related a company official’s account.
Written on Dec, 09, 2010
by DrB
Controlling Computers with Your Mind Scientists used a brain-computer interface to show how the activity of just a few brain cells can control the display of pictures on a computer screen. The finding sheds light on how single brain cells contribute to attention and conscious thought.
Written on Dec, 09, 2010
by DrB
When you cough or sneeze, you send tiny germ-filled droplets into the air. Colds and flu usually spread that way. You can help stop the spread of germs by
Written on Dec, 09, 2010
by DrB
Even limited exposure to tobacco or secondhand smoke can lead to cardiovascular and other health problems, a new US public health report said Thursday.
Written on Nov, 15, 2010
by DrB
osteoarthritis is the most common form of arthritis that usually causes significant pain and decreased mobility of the larger weightbearing joints, such as the hips and knees
