Communication is key to understanding female circumcision
Lack of communication hampers the prevention of female genital mutilation, according to anthropologist Rachel Issa Djesa. She has observed encounters between Norwegian authorities, health personnel and Somali women…
Vitamin D protects against severe asthma attacks
Taking oral vitamin D supplements in addition to standard asthma medication could halve the risk of asthma attacks requiring hospital attendance, according to research led by Queen Mary…
Botero: a dreamlike, fantastic fairy-tale dimension
Francesco Carelli , University Milan, Rome, Bari
The Lancet: Typhoid vaccine proves highly immunogenic, and could halve infection rate
The Lancet: Typhoid vaccine proves highly immunogenic, and could halve infection rate
Meditation might be useful addition to heart-healthy lifestyle and medical treatment
Meditation has the potential to reduce some risk factors for heart disease, but the gold standard for lowering risk remains a heart-healthy lifestyle and following medical recommendations, according…