Medical Science

I am assuming that the intelligence we are talking about is the type that leads to 11 A*s at GCSE and a first class honours degree from Oxford university? If that is the case, then this type of intelligence is…
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Modern medicine has made great progress in diagnosing and treating physical ailments, but it has rarely had the same success when it comes to disorders of the brain. The major problem is that the brain is such a complicated piece…
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Rheumatic fever was a disease which was common in America, Europe and in most countries of the world in the past, but in countries which have gone through modernization due to the institution of scientific advancements (which lead to the…
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Responsiveness to clopidogrel, sold under the brand name Plavix, is an issue for some patients who undergo anti-platelet treatment to prevent heart attack and stroke. Particularly susceptible are patients who receive the drug to prevent clotting and embolism after coronary…
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Cinnamon is a spice that has been used in Chinese medicine for thousands of year to treat illnesses, aliments and disease. It is a 100% natural product that does not ingest harmful chemicals into your body. It has quite a…
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The appendix is a small, worm-shaped organ that lies at the junction of the small and large intestine. Its purpose has long been debated, with many medical experts suggesting that it has no use at all, while others believe it…
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Von Hippel-Lindau disease is a traditionally rare genetic disorder with an estimated incidence of approximately 1 in every 36,000 people according to Genetics Home Reference. The disorder affects cell growth, especially the growth of blood vessels. Mutations in the tumor…
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Recently Susheel K. Gunaseker, a student at NYU Poly’s Department of Chemical and Biological Sciences Department, made a keen observation while conducting an experiment. Much like the discovery of penicillin, one experiment with unpredicted results has yielded a wealth of…
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The best way to recover post-surgically is to begin planning your recovery prior to the surgical event. Think about the tasks you do daily basis. See what can be done before the start of your recovery. Can you pay bills…
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In the past few years, stem cell transplants have successfully treated leukemia, tissue and skin have been grown from stem cells for skin grafts, and much more.  Good thing there has been a lot of political funding for stem cells! …
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