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Combing our DNA for the roots of hair colour
Nature Genetics
The genes linked with different hair colour have been found by an international team of scientists, including Australians. The study analysed genetic data from almost 300, 000 people of European descent with black, blonde, dark brown, light brown or Read more about Combing our DNA for the roots of hair colour - Scimex
Australia; VIC; QLD; WA; TASThe University of Queensland|The University of Melbourne... -
Long-lasting HIV protection in monkeys from single injection
Nature Medicine
Despite decades of research, there's still no vaccine for HIV. But a new study has found that one injection of HIV-targeting antibodies can protect monkeys from the simian version of HIV infection (SIV) for up to 20 weeks. These antibodies — which Read more about Long-lasting HIV protection in monkeys from single injection - Scimex
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Immune cells help the brain lining heal after head injuries
Nature Immunology
After a head injury, the protective lining around the brain heals with help from two waves of immune cells, according to a new US study in mice. First, the immune system sends in the clean-up crew to get rid of dead cells. Then after four days, the Read more about Immune cells help the brain lining heal after head injuries - Scimex
InternationalNational Institutes of Health, USA -
Who knows where the water goes? Water monitoring falls globally
Nature Sustainability
Efforts to monitor and track freshwater resources have decreased globally, with over 50 per cent less stream gauges operating now compared to 1979, according to US scientists. Stream gauges help determine how much water is available for people, Read more about Who knows where the water goes? Water monitoring falls globally - Scimex
Australia; InternationalUniversity of Washington, USA -
New blood pressure guidelines could put lives at risk, say experts
JAMA Internal Medicine
Recent recommendations from the American College of Cardiology and the American Heart Association (ACC/AHA) to lower thresholds defining hypertension and treating higher risk patients are sparking debate and could put people at risk, says a new Read more about New blood pressure guidelines could put lives at risk, say experts - Scimex
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Teaching kids self-control at school boosts social and academic skills
JAMA Pediatrics
Teaching kids and teens self-regulation (being able to control your emotions, avoid inappropriate or aggressive actions and carry out self-directed learning) can improve their academic performance, social skills and mental health, according to a new Read more about Teaching kids self-control at school boosts social and academic skills - Scimex
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Kids hit hard by junk food advertising: new research
Journal of Paediatrics and Child Health
Junk food ads are shown more frequently on TV at times when many children are watching, new Heart Foundation-funded research shows. Media Release. From:The University of Adelaide. Junk food ads are shown more frequently on TV at times when many Read more about Kids hit hard by junk food advertising: new research - Scimex
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Beer and wine makes you feel fine after nerve agent poisoning
eNeuro
A byproduct of the fermentation process in making beer and wine is more effective in combating seizures associated with exposure to a nerve agent than currently recommended treatments, say US authors in a study using rats. The anti-anxiety drug Read more about Beer and wine makes you feel fine after nerve agent poisoning - Scimex
InternationalEmory University School of Medicine, USA -
'Flesh eating' ulcers on the rise
The Medical Journal of Australia
Buruli ulcers, an infectious disease caused by 'flesh eating' bacteria called Myobacterium ulcerans, are on the increase in Australia, and experts say urgent action is needed to curb an 'epidemic'. The problem is particularly severe in regional Read more about 'Flesh eating' ulcers on the rise - Scimex
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Damp houses and gas stoves an asthma risk
Medical Journal of Australia
Aussie kids are commonly exposed to damp housing and gas stove emissions, both of which are contributing to asthma in children, according to Australian research. The study found that damp housing accounts for almost 8 per cent of childhood asthma Read more about Damp houses and gas stoves an asthma risk - Scimex
Australia; QLDThe University of Queensland|The University of New South Wales