New Target to Reduce ‘Bad’ Cholesterol - There's a new study published in the journal, Cell Reports, where scientists have identified a protein that could potentially clear 80 percent of LDL- or "bad-" cholesterol from the blood stream, without any apparent side effects. Read more
Genetic Link Found for Several Common Cancers - A very large study of Nordic twins published recently in JAMA found that there's a significant link between their genetic makeup and their risk of getting certain cancers, with the strongest links involving melanoma and the prostate. Read more
Fox News' Irresponsible, Weak Reporting of Hep C 'Outbreak' - A sloppy article about a so-called hepatitis C "outbreak" in Utah is also profoundly flawed. It's a result of careless reporting and questionable advice from a state public health official. The article sounds like it's the end of the world, but it's anything but. Good thing we're around to call attention to messes like this. Read more
Yet Another Supplement (Vitamin D)isappoints - Vitamin D has acquired the reputation of a sort of miracle nutrient, with various studies suggesting it can prevent cancer, strengthen muscle and bones and prevent falls and fractures. But recent studies don't support such ideas — thus, no new miracles in sight! Read more
Dengue Vaccine Approved in Mexico, with Uncertain Pricing - A French drug company recently gained regulatory approval in Mexico for its dengue vaccine, Dengvaxia. It's the first vaccine geared towards combating the dangerous, and potentially-deadly, mosquito-borne virus. Yet, how poorer countries and patients will pay for this needed medicine has not been determined. Read more
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