TBL1X Gene Involved In Autism Spectrum Disorder

Sunday, November 6th, 2011

Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) affects about 1 in 100 children resulting in a range of problems in language, communication and understanding other people's emotional cues, all of which can lead to difficulties in social situations. Boys are three to four more times as likely to be affected as girls and ...

Study Suggests Women Score Low On Tech Aptitude Tests For Lack Of Interest

Wednesday, November 2nd, 2011

A new study by a University of Iowa researcher suggests that males score better on technical aptitude tests than females because boys and men are simply more interested than girls in technical things, like taking apart a bike. The theory offered by Frank Schmidt, professor of management and organizations in ...

2-year-old conjoined twin girls to be separated

Monday, October 31st, 2011

Angelica and Angelina Sabuco, age 2, never get time away from each other, not even when they fight. But, if successful, Tuesday's operation to separate the conjoned twins will change all that. Find more info about 2-year-old conjoined twin girls to be separated photos videos pictures. read more

Merck’s Gardasil Wins Panel Backing for Routine Use in Boys

Tuesday, October 25th, 2011

Merck & Co.’s Gardasil vaccine, used to protect girls from a virus that causes cervical cancer, should also be given to 11- or 12-year-old boys to reduce transmission of the infection, a U.S. advisory panel said. Find more info about Merck’s Gardasil Wins Panel Backing for Routine Use in Boys photos ...

BPA Exposure In Womb Linked To Behavior Problems In Young Girls

Monday, October 24th, 2011

Exposure to BPA in the womb is linked to behavioral and emotional difficulties in pre-school children, and girls in particular, concludes a new study published online in Pediatrics. The researchers suggest doctors may wish to advise patients concerned about this to reduce their exposure to consumer products ...