Homing Pigeons’ can Hear Infrasound, says Hagstrum
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It seems that finally we have an answer to the mysterious power of the homing pigeons that help them find their homes even after they fly thousands of miles away.
And the answer is coming from Mr. Jon Hagstrum, who since several long years has been studying over birds and their behaviors.
Humans Killed Thylacine, Claims Study
A new study conducted by a team of researchers at the University of Adelaide has been claiming that it was humans, who have been responsible for the Tasmanian Tiger or thylacine's demise. Found all over Tasmania prior to the European settlement in the year 1803, the thylacine was known as a unique marsupial.
British Moths Facing Danger of Extinction
A recent report has shed light over a fact that moths are on significant decline in southern Britain. Over a period of 40 years, the species are increasingly disappearing from the night skies and have reduced by some 40%.
Compounds of Beer for Medicine
With already known a few benefits of beer in small amounts, researchers have across that the bitter acids in beer can have very positive impact in treatment of cancer and diabetes.
Regeneration of Cones in Retinas with Zebrafish
University of Alberta researcher Ted Allison has revealed an unknown fact that stem cells from zebrafish could revive damaged cones in retinas and restore eyesight to people.
Journal Public Library of Science reports that stem cells could be used to only replace the cones in its retina. It has strong implications in the field of human eyesight.
Physical Activity Can Reduce Alzheimer’s Precursor Protein: Study
Published in Molecular Psychiatry, a report has claimed that the risk of development of Alzheimer's disease in one can be reduced significantly, if he does physical activity.
AFL Announces, Illegal Drug Testing of Players May Double
The AFL has recently announced that the testing of players for illegal drugs could soon be doubled. The same would be for not more than $200,000, the report uncovers.
It is being believed that Dr. Peter Harcourt, medical officer at AFL, has announced at the drug summit on Wednesday that each club would have to take out $10,000 to raise funds for the move.
Louise Purton Aiming to Increase Stem Cells
A researcher from St Vincent's Institute in Melbourne has now been looking for ways to boost the number of stem cells taken out from umbilical cord blood.
Melbourne Hospital Brings Surgical Theatre with Cutbacks in Surgery
Management at Melbourne Hospital has announced that the brand-new elective theaters would be opened at the hospital. Financial crisis at Melbourne hospital has led to reduction of 800 optional surgeries.
Married Less Prone to Heart Diseases: Study
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In a study at Finland, it has been revealed that the married women are less vulnerable to heart attacks. The research says that the single men had 58% to 66 % of chances to experience a heart attack than married ones. For single women, the results are far better; they are 60-65 % more likely to suffer acute coronary events.
Vegetarians Less Vulnerable to Heart Disease
In a study published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, it has been reported that vegetarians have less probability of falling ill and getting hospitalized.
Co-operative Launches New Charity
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The Co-operative has launched a "record" breaking fundraising year on 24 January, thereby hitting the right note with young adult carers, all unpaid. The fundraising is meant for Carers Trust, it's a new charity of the year.
HPV Test Now in Northern Ireland
A new test for cervical cancer has now been introduced in Northern Ireland, a recent report has revealed. The announcement related to the same was made by Edwin Poots, the Health Minister.
Public Healthcare Spending at Edge of Rising Notably by 2060
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A think-tank has recently revealed that NHS is causing huge public spending these days. In case, the trend continues down the road, the spending on healthcare would reach some £9,914 a person by the arrival of 2060.
Government Takes Steps on Francis Inquiry Report
The Mid Staffordshire NHS Foundation Trust's inefficiency in dealing with the patients has been giving goose bumps to the ministers present. In forensic analysis, it has been clearly revealed that hundreds of patients had died and has suffered harm because of the maneuvers within the hospital.
Implications of Hip Implants Unveiled in American Court Case
"Undergoing an implant has changed my life, it has became so painful that I am unable to work and lost my job as a nursery teacher," said Sally Gration, 58, of Stockport, Greater Manchester, who had a Depuy hip implant.
Accusations on Hunt for Endangering Future of Smaller Hospitals
Jeremy Hunt, the health secretary, was recently found saying that Lewisham Hospital should reduce its two-key services as part of the reorganization of NHS care in South-East London. He said this in consideration of debts that South London Healthcare NHS Trust (SLHT) had fallen into.
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