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Novartis to start human tests with Google lens in 2016

Novartis to start human tests with Google lens in 2016

Novartis plans the first human tests next year of a "smart" contact lens it is developing with Google designed to…
‘Safe’ screens touted for those who just can’t look away

‘Safe’ screens touted for those who just can’t look away

As it gets harder to tear our eyes away from smartphones, televisions, tablets or computers, concerns are growing over a…
For diabetes in obesity, weight-loss surgery beats medication

For diabetes in obesity, weight-loss surgery beats medication

 Weight-loss surgery beats medication for controlling type 2 diabetes in obese people, according to the longest-term trial ever to compare…
People who lack sleep are more likely to catch colds

People who lack sleep are more likely to catch colds

People who do not get enough sleep are four times more likely than their well-rested counterparts to catch a cold,…
Dieting in pregnancy could results in lower math scores for kids

Dieting in pregnancy could results in lower math scores for kids

A US study suggests a direct link between prenatal nutrition and academic progress, indicating that women who diet during pregnancy…
A sport for everyone – the top activities for anxious personalities

A sport for everyone – the top activities for anxious personalities

If you have trouble controlling your emotions, keeping a clear mind and you wish to overcome your fears, read on…
Researcher warns of harmful Egyptian fast food

Researcher warns of harmful Egyptian fast food

"The poor's food is in danger" is no longer a metaphorical phrase describing Egypt. The Agricultural Research Center has confirmed that…
Medical specialists urge more debate on gene-editing technology

Medical specialists urge more debate on gene-editing technology

Medical researchers called on Wednesday for detailed, thoughtful debate on future use of new genetic technology that has the potential…
More blacks getting kidney transplants now

More blacks getting kidney transplants now

 More minority patients have been getting kidney transplants since 2003, when medical criteria for allocating transplantable kidneys from deceased donors…
Tests help shed light on autism genetics

Tests help shed light on autism genetics

 Advances in genetic testing may eventually allow for more tailored care for people with an autism spectrum disorder (ASD), researchers…
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