Bowel Cancer :: Red and processed meats linked to bowel cancer
A large-scale study has demonstrated a risk of bowel cancer associated with the consumption of large amount of red or processed meats.
Health
Obesity :: Americans are getting fatter – obesity rates rose
An American not-for-profit organisation has released statistics that show that obesity rates rose last year in all but one state.
Asthma :: Childhood ibuprofen-triggered asthma a concern
A new study in the Journal of Pediatrics indicates that childhood ibuprofen-triggered asthma attacks is a health concern for many children. Although the rate of ibuprofen-sensitive asthma is low, it is a concern due to the number of children who use ibuprofen and have asthma. According to Dr. Jason Debley, more than 100,000 asthmatic children are at risk for asthma attacks brought on by ibuprofen. Debley emphasized that parents and doctors of children with asthma should be careful when administering ibuprofen.
Influenza :: New Influenza Vaccine for Upcoming Flu Season
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved Fluarix, an influenza vaccine for adults that contains inactivated virus. Fluarix is approved to immunize adults 18 years of age and older against influenza virus types A and B contained in the vaccine. Influenza is also commonly called the flu.
Obesity :: Caffeine drinks may contribute to obesity
Rising consumption of energy drinks that contain high levels of sugar and caffeine may be contributing to our expanding waistlines, according to new research that could prove damaging for the booming energy drinks market.
Prostate Cancer :: Food habits raise prostate cancer risk
Diets high in refined grain products and processed meats could raise the risk of prostate cancer risk, say Canadian researchers.
Kidney Stones :: Cranberry juice no benefit for kidney stones
Cranberry juice has been used to promote urinary tract health for generations, but new research suggests that it may encourage the formation of the most common type of kidney stones.
Brain Disease :: Range of jobs tied to degenerative brain disease
Robert M. Park of the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health, Cincinnati, Ohio, and team, examined the death records of more than 2.6 million Americans and found links between certain occupations and the risk of death from neuro-degenerative diseases, like Alzheimer?s, Parkinson?s and early onset dementia.
Hair Removal :: Women’s Smooth n Silky Hair Removal System
To leave skin smooth and silky for four to six weeks, this electric device gently removes hair at the roots from legs, face, bikini line, and other sensitive areas.
Hair Removal :: Silk Epil Soft Perfection Epilator
Quickly remove hair from your legs, bikini line and underarms with the Braun Silk-?pil Soft Perfection.