West Nile Virus :: Remember 3 Ds to defend against West Nile Virus
The recent heavy rains in North Texas have definitely increased the mosquito population, but it has also delayed the start of West Nile season.
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Lung Cancer :: GSK announces launch of largest ever Phase III trial in lung cancer treatment
GlaxoSmithKline (GSK) today announced final results of a Phase II proof-of-concept clinical trial of its investigational MAGE-A3 Antigen-Specific Cancer Immunotherapeutic (ASCI) in MAGE-A3 positive patients with stage IB or II Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC).
Malaria :: The insect vector always bites twice
The reality of the threat from vector-borne diseases has been recognized and the problem is prompting research scientists to take a strong interest. Most of these infections, classified as emerging or re-emerging diseases, are linked to ecosystem changes, climatic variations or pressure from human activities.
Bird Flu :: WHO updates on UK’s H7N2 Avian influenza
Following the confirmation on 25 May 2007 by Health Authorities of the United Kingdom, of influenza A/H7N2 virus infection in four individuals (two in Wales and two in north-west England) exposed to infected poultry at smallholding, Corwen Farm, Conwy, Wales, the National Public Health Service (NPHS) for Wales is continuing with the investigation of the incident and with the implementation of public health measures.
Listeriosis :: Agriculture Department Warns Consumers of Tainted Raw Milk Sold By Lebanon County Dairy
Consumers who have purchased raw milk from Green Acres Jersey Farm in Lebanon any time after May 8 should discard it immediately due to the risk of Listeria monocytogenes contamination, Agriculture Secretary Dennis Wolff said today.
Allergy :: Investigating causes of childhood allergies and their long term impact
A University of Melbourne longitudinal family study investigating risk factors for childhood allergic disorders and their consequences, has received $850,000 from the National Health and Medical Research Council, announced by the Commonwealth Government last week.
Bird Flu :: Vietnam bird flu infects slaughterhouse worker
Bird flu H5N1 strain of avian influenza was confirmed in a poultry worker in Vietnam, last week. The man has been hospitalized since last saturday and is recovering.
Lassa Fever :: New animal model boosts biodefense research on Lassa Fever
Scientists at the Southwest Foundation for Biomedical Research have developed a new tool in the battle against a potential biological weapon, Lassa fever, which kills several thousand people each year and leaves thousands more with disabilities such as deafness and liver damage.
Salmonella :: Maranatha Organic raw & roasted sesame tahini may contain salmonella
The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) is warning the public not to consume MaraNatha brand Organic Raw and Roasted Sesame Tahini described below because these products may be contaminated with Salmonella.
Gout :: 4 cups of coffee a day relieve gout symptoms
Gout is a disease due to a congenital disorder of the uric acid metabolism. In this condition monosodium urate crystals are deposited on the articular cartilage of joints and in particular tissues like tendons.