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As a bacterium with weight loss could help

Akkermansia muciniphila is a spell? No, behind the cryptic name of a bacterium is in the intestine for the formation of the mucous membrane responsible hides. Scientists suspect already for a Long time, that it has a positive effect on the intestinal immune system. Now, Belgian researchers have found out that A. muciniphila is likely […]

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Pakistan wants to finally eradicate polio

Pakistan wants to start in the face of a sharp rise in cases of polio an emergency vaccination campaign. The campaign will be carried out according to the testimony of the chief of the Anti-Polio programme, Babar Bin Atta, starting Monday, in twelve districts of the country. Since the beginning of the year, the authorities […]

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One out of every four prescription drug falls through

One of four over-the-counter drugs, according to the Foundation’s test were not recommended, including known means, and many of the combination supplements with several ingredients. “Just because a drug is approved in Germany, it must not be advisable,” said Gerd Glaeske, a pharmacist at Stiftung Warentest. He warned of side effects after prolonged use, which […]

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New biomarker test improves diagnosis of ovarian cancer

The majority of women who undergo surgery for suspected ovarian cancer do not have cancer. A novel blood test developed by researchers at Uppsala University and the Sahlgrenska Academy, University of Gothenburg, now offers the possibility of more precise diagnostics without the need for surgery. This could lead to a reduction in unnecessary surgery and […]

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Millions of Germans are afraid of the dentist

Hardly anyone likes going to the dentist. Some people get at the thought of the drill or the injection of anesthesia sweaty hands. The fear of the dentist visit but goes significantly beyond, it is dangerous. “In the case of a dental phobia to be Concerned, appearing not even in practice, and the often over […]