China’s unhealthy habits drive chronic diseases up

Friday, September 16th, 2011

During a recent weekday lunch, middle-aged Wu Zhixin had a plate of shredded pork noodles glistening with oil and washed it down with a paper cup of vodka-like alcohol. Then she lit a cigarette. Find more info about China's unhealthy habits drive chronic diseases up photos videos pictures. read more

Hospital Discharge Leads To A Higher Risk Of Unintentional Discontinuation Of Medications Among Patients

Wednesday, August 24th, 2011

A new study in the August 24/31 issue of JAMA has found that patients are at a higher risk, after being discharged from hospital, of unintentional discontinuation of common medications prescribed for chronic diseases. Intensive care unit patients are at an even greater risk. The article provided insightful ...

Four Lifestyle Factors Tied To Longer, Healthier Life

Sunday, August 21st, 2011

Don't smoke, eat healthily, exercise regularly, and go easy on the alcohol, and you are likely not only to have fewer chronic health problems, but also to live longer, according to a new study from the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) that concludes neglecting to ...

The Lancet Series On Brazil

Tuesday, May 10th, 2011

The Lancet today launches its Series on Health in Brazil, with six papers outlining the inspiring progress the country has made in introducing healthcare for all, including a reduction in mortality from chronic diseases that most high-income countries would be proud of. The nation has also made huge inroads into ...

Daily Diet: Milk Allergy Relief Drug on the Horizon

Sunday, April 10th, 2011

Allergies affect approximately 40 percent of children in America and allergic disorders rank #1 among children’s chronic diseases. Food allergies, which affect 5 percent of children, can be one of the more dangerous types, but there is hope on the horizon. Find more info about Daily Diet: Milk Allergy Relief Drug ...