Wednesday, February 15, 2012

health news



Obesity / Weight Loss / Fitness photo
Gut Bacteria May Have Role In Obesity
Written by Catharine Paddock PhD
A new animal study published in this month's issue of the Journal of Proteome Research suggests that bacteria living in the large intestine may play a role in obesity by slowing down the activity of energy-burning brown fat... 

Ear, Nose and Throat photo
Antibiotic Amoxicillin No Better than Placebo for Most Sinus Infections
Written by Catharine Paddock PhD
If you have a sinus infection, taking a course of amoxicillin, an antibiotic medication, does not help you recover faster or reduce symptoms any more effectively than taking an inactive placebo, according to a new study by...

Stem Cell Research photo
Bone Marrow Stem Cells Help Heal Heart Attack Damage
Written by Catharine Paddock PhD
A systematic review of the evidence so far suggests stem cells derived from bone marrow moderately improves heart function after a heart attack. But the authors say larger trials are needed before we can devise guidelines...

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