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Our February, 2008 Archives
Sibilings May Predict Chances of Brain Tumors
People with many younger siblings are more likely to develop brain tumors, according to a new study. Those with four or more siblings have twice the risk of brain cancer compared to only-children, the study found.
9 Months Of Pregnancy In 20 Seconds
Watch this series of photos taken by a husband every other day throughout his wife’s pregnancy. The effect it has after being put together in a 20 second video is truly mesmerizing!
Honey Used To Treat Wounds
Bismarck Doctor Craig Lambrecht is using a new honey-based dressing to apply to wounds. It’s called Medihoney and it was recently approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.
Facts About Children and Depression
According to research recently presented at the annual meeting of the American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, between 1990 and 2001, the number of children and adolescents diagnosed with depression doubled and the use of antidepressants increased from 44% to 59%.
Is yogurt healthy?
Although it seems like good advice, eating a yogurt-a-day is not wise. Yogurt, even the non-fat variety, is a source of animal protein that has been linked to cancer development and its progression. While it is true that the vitamin B12 content of yogurt surpasses that of most plant-based foods, it is not wise to eat yogurt everyday. Eating organic foods can help to supply needed amounts of this vital nutrient that are destroyed by pesticides, fungicides, and other conventional growing practices.
Drop in Folate levels indicative of impending dementia?
Elevated plasma homocysteine (Hcy) levels have been correlated with risk of dementia and/or Alzheimers. The higher the Hcy levels, the lower the folate levels in the blood. Folic acid supplementation improves cognitive function and enhances the plasma levels of omega-3 fatty acids, which is theorized to augment the folic acid therapy used to treat the deficiency and the cognitive decline.
Deaf Patients Hear Sounds With Unique Device
Children laughing, a barking dog, a screaming siren — sounds most of us take for granted. For people who are deaf, they are noises they only wish they could hear. Now, a “bionic ear” device is helping their world come alive.
Innovative Device For Spinal Injuries Inspires New Strides
About every hour of every day — someone suffers a spinal cord injury that can leave them paralyzed for life. An innovative device from the Christopher Reeve Foundation is helping some patients get out of their wheelchairs and back on their feet.
Restoring Movement To Stroke Patients Through Electrodes
Doctors in Ohio use Electrodes to restore movement for stroke patients.
