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University offers short courses in Biology

Thursday, 25 October 2018, 11:19 Last update: about 9 years ago

The University of Malta's Department of Biology, Faculty of Science, is offering short evening courses in Biology, which are open to the public. One such course is An Introduction to Marine...

Is apple cider vinegar good for you? A doctor weighs in

Wednesday, 24 October 2018, 13:38 Last update: about 9 years ago The Conversation

When my brother and I were kids back in the ‘80s, we loved going to Long John Silver’s. But it wasn’t just for the fish. It was for the vinegar – malt vinegar. ...

Genetic glitch increases men's risk of impotence, study says

Tuesday, 23 October 2018, 13:36 Last update: about 9 years ago

Scientists say they've located the first well-documented genetic glitch that increases a man's risk of impotence, a step that might someday lead to new treatments. Most impotence isn't caused by...

Opus One Winery event held at Vini e Capricci

Tuesday, 23 October 2018, 11:00 Last update: about 9 years ago

On the 12th October 2018, an unforgettable and elegant evening of fine food and wine from the iconic Opus One Winery was held at Vini e Capricci Art & Events Suite. Opus One Winery is located in...

Mysterious paralyzing illness found among kids in 22 states

Monday, 22 October 2018, 14:00 Last update: about 9 years ago

U.S. health officials reported a jump in cases of a rare paralyzing illness in children, and said it seems to be following an every-other-year pattern. At least 62 cases have been confirmed in 22...

Study suggests more older women may benefit from bone drugs

Friday, 19 October 2018, 09:19 Last update: about 9 years ago

A bone-strengthening drug given by IV every 18 months greatly lowered the risk of fracture in certain older women, a large study found. The results suggest these medicines might help more people than...

Studies in healthy older people aim to prevent Alzheimer's

Thursday, 18 October 2018, 09:18 Last update: about 9 years ago Associated Press

It may be too late to stop Alzheimer's in people who already have some mental decline. But what if a treatment could target the very earliest brain changes while memory and thinking skills are still...

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