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Research Unveils Risk of Screen Addiction amongst Youngsters
A new research has warned that today’s younger generation is at a great risk of being affected by screen addiction. It has been administered that most of the children today, spend majority of their time either playing games on computer or watching television.
Old Lady Decides To Be Part of a Trial in a Hope to Treat Rare Eye Condition
Recent reports suggest that a rare eye condition termed as aniridia could lead up to incomplete formation of iris and also is assisted with loss of vision. A lady born with this condition, Sylvia Paton, now 50, is reported to be suffering from short-sightedness and she only has 10% of the vision that a normal person has.
Brave Chester Woman to Launch Race for Life Event Next Month
As per recent reports, it has been reported that Cancer Research UK will be organizing its Race for Life event at Chester city next month at its Racecourse. It has been illustrated that Chester woman Carireen Candlin will be launching this event in the city.
It has been termed that the woman was herself diagnosed of cancer six years ago. After analysis and tests, it was discovered that she had cervical cancer.
Bafta Winning Actress Carey Becomes Ambassador of Alzheimer’s Society
As per recent reports, it has been revealed that Bafta-winning actress Carey Mulligan has been announced as the brand ambassador of the Alzheimer’s Society. It is said that there is a special reason for which she has been made the newest ambassador and that reason is that her grandmother was being diagnosed with Alzheimer’s in 2004.
Another Major Healthcare Blunder
It has been recently revealed in a report that the chief medical officer for the Southern District Health Board, Mr. Richard Bunton has put across his apology for the blunder that recently occurred in Otago, where a woman was wrongly diagnosed for breast cancer and had to have her breast removed due to the same.
New Generic Version of Drug
It has been recently revealed in a report that the drug firm Dr. Reddy’s has recently come up with a generic version of the drug Plavix, Clopidogrel Tablets.
This is going to be a better version of the same drug, and shall be more beneficial for the patients. It has even been approved by the FDA. It was revealed according to IMS Health that Plavix brand has the sales in the U. S. of about $6.74 bn.
Revised Lung Cancer Guidelines Released
As per the revised medical guidelines being published in the Journal of the American Medical Association, it has been revealed that annual lung cancer screenings should be recommended for current and former smokers.
It should be noted that the above given recommendation is for people, who are aged between 55 and 74. Young adults and non-smokers are at reduced risk of being diagnosed with the cancer.
Spending on Health Care Services Rise with Increasing Care Costs
It has been revealed in a report recently that the increasing costs of care being provided to people under age 65 with private, employer-sponsored group insurance is the main reason behind the rising spending on healthcare services realized in 2010.
According to HCCI (Health Care Cost Institute) Governing Board Chairman Martin Gaynor, PhD, health care spending a major problem, which if solved can solve all monetary problems.
Statins Reduce Cancer Development Risk
As per a study, which has been presented at the Heart Failure Congress, a meeting that took place in Belgrade, Serbia, has revealed that statins is capable of reducing the development of cancer. The study of transplant that took place in Switzerland has found that patients, who were on statins, were less likely to develop cancer and also have reduced chances of death.
Focus Not on What but When to Eat, Says Study
A report on causes of obesity has revealed that while the number of calories is thought to be the main reason behind the same, it is often determined by the time when those calories are taken.
Need For Cutting Down Hospital Waiting Lists
It has been recently revealed in a report that the waiting list for operations at hospitals has seen a rise. It was revealed by the Heath Minister James Reily, that there has been a special delivery unit that has been made for tackling these major pressures so that people are able to receive quality treatment at hospitals on time.
Court Denies Parents’ Beliefs; Orders for Vaccination
Queensland's Supreme Court has asked the parents to get their new born child vaccinated against hepatitis B despite their strong religious beliefs, says a new report. The decision was taken on October 7 last year.
It has been found that the baby was recommended by doctors in an application to get injections within 8 hours of birth. On receipt of the application by the court, it ordered the parents to immediately take their child to hospital.
Cancer Awareness Fundraiser
It has been recently revealed in a report that there is a major fundraiser in the form of a morning tea even for the awareness and fundraising for the prevention of cancer. Dawn Merchant is going to host an event as a part of the Biggest Morning Tea. This shall be able to garner more money for the purpose of cancer research in the time to come.
Need for More Heart Disease Awareness
It has been recently revealed in a report that the people of Bradford are being advised to come forward and join in the heart check up drive that is on in the city. There is need for more and more awareness to be spread about the same so that people join in and become a part of the national Heart Rhythm Week.
Charity Organizes Race For Life
It has been revealed in a new report that the 2012 Race For Life is to begin in Wakefield from next Sunday. The race is aimed at raising funds for cancer patients.
As per the findings of the report, Jane McDonald would be starting the race, in which people would be running around Thornes Park.
Snoring Can Lead to Cancer
A team of researchers from the University of Wisconsin-Madison in the US has studied and found that people who have a snoring problem are at increased risk of contracting cancerous tumours, reveals a recent report.
Dubai Plans to Increase Airport Capacity to 90 Million Passengers by 2018
Dubai Airport is on its path to become largest hub for international air travel and the authorities are confident that SP2020 plan will increase passenger handling capacity from current 60 million to 90 million.
Emirates Airline president Tim Clark has expressed confidence that Duabi airport can handle more airlines and offer better connectivity facilities.
Commercial Activity Higher in Abu Dhabi
The increase in number of commercial licenses issued in Abu Dhabi point towards a higher commercial activity. The number of commercial licenses issued in first quarter of 2012 crossed 2000 mark.
The total number of commercial licenses issued has reached 105,953. 17,866 business owners renewed their commercial licenses during first quarter. 2161 new licenses were issued during the first quarter.
Parents Are More Happier Than Their Childless Peers
It is often said that cherish and delight that a parent goes through cannot be matched by anything else. Although parents have an added load of responsibility over their shoulders and studies have shown it sometimes become unnerving, the happiness that also comes with it is worth everything. A recent study from the University of British Columbia has claimed the same stating that parents experience greater happiness and meaning in life than non-parents.