Researchers at The Ottawa Hospital and the University of Ottawa have discovered that the Maraba virus, or MG1, can target
Heart burn pills increases the risk of stomach cancer
Chronic heartburn, caused by stomach acid splashing into the gullet, also known as acid reflux, affects many people. Proton pump
Cancer survivors age faster and die younger
Childhood cancer survivors naturally age faster and are more likely to die sooner than those who have not had the
Xepi for treating Impetigo
Xepi (ozenoxacin) is a topical non-fluorinated quinolone for the treatment of impetigo due to Staphylococcus aureus or Streptococcus pyogenes. Xepi
Eskata for treating Keratoses
Eskata (hydrogen peroxide) 40% (w/w) topical solution is a high-concentration hydrogen peroxide formulation for the treatment of raised seborrheic keratoses.
Genetic mutation causes low sensitivity to pain
A UCL-led research team has identified a rare mutation that causes one family to have unusually low sensitivity to pain.
How to cure a burned mouth
Burns on the tongue heal faster than on the roof of the mouth, since the tongue has the most blood
Infliximab for reducing inflammation
Infliximab reduces the effects of a substance in the body that can cause inflammation. Infliximab is used to treat rheumatoid
Habits that increase the risk of cancer
Forty per cent of cancer deaths could be prevented with simple lifestyle changes. Quitting smoking, eating healthier and boozing less
Ketamine reduces suicidal thoughts
Ketamine was significantly more effective than a commonly used sedative in reducing suicidal thoughts in depressed patients, according to researchers