Painless DNA Vaccine Skin Patch Developed
DNA vaccines are said to be a new entrant in the field of immunization. Recently, a study has been published in the journal Nature Materials, which has revealed about the development of painless DNA vaccine skin patch.
Concerns over Safety of Acne Drug Diane-35
France has not even overcome the fearful memories of PiP breast implant scandal and yet again, it faced another health scandal. In last 25 years, France has witnessed four deaths due to Diane-35, a drug used to treat certain types of acne.
NSW Announces Campaign to Reduce Alcohol Related Problems
It seems that NSW authorities have been taking action after NSW Health statistics, revealed a rise in acute alcohol problems among youngsters. NSW Government is promoting a $1.4 million worth campaign named as Know When to Say When.
Ita Buttrose Awarded with 2013’s Australian of the Year Trophy
Ita Buttrose, Australian businesswoman, has been awarded with 2013's Australian of the Year trophy. She has been recognized for her extraordinary role in publishing field and has also been credited for her role in raising health awareness.
Charity Urges GPs to Consider Hearing-Loss Patients’ Needs
Patients with hearing loss problem have complained in a large number that they face difficulties while a GP communicates to them. A third of them said they were not clear with their diagnosis their GP had revealed to them.
‘Swimathon Challenge’ Ahead This Year for ‘Marie Curie’
On April 20, Pavilions in the Park would see the world's biggest fundraising swim wherein swimmers in Horsham would be diving in. The swim is being organized so that Marie Curie Cancer Care could be supported and provided with funds.
TV Advertisement Ban Reduces Sale of Kellogg’s Frosties
Kellogg's Frosties has been enjoying its popularity as a high-sugar breakfast cereal for past six decades. However, it is now that the cereal is being hit hard by a television advertisement ban.
Breast Augmentation Most Common Surgical Procedure in the UK
The British Association of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons (BAAPS) has taken out a report on number of surgeries taken place in the UK in 2012.
It has been revealed that the number of operations taken out on men to deal with 'man boobs' has reduced by 25%. On the other hand, the number of operations to inject more fat in women has increased.
France’s Regulator ANSM to Investigate Drug Diane-35
Over the last 25 years, four deaths occurred in France due to the drug Diane-35. It is now that the France's health regulator has announced that they will be taking out an investigation into the drug, which is used as a treatment for acne as well as a contraceptive drug.
Staffordshire Foundation Trust Ignored Alarming Death Rate
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Authorities concerned pointed out 489 times during a public inquiry that problems are there at Mid Staffordshire Foundation trust. Death rate was increasing with every passing year but action to tackle the situation was taken too late.