The effects of fructose on human health has been the source of much controversy. This is due to the fact that there are different kinds of fructose in foods, some of which are bad for health. Fructose is a natural sugar that is present in fruits, fruit juices, certain vegetables, and honey. In these forms,… Read More »
Just as autumn is a glorious time to throw open the windows and enjoy some fresh air, winter is a time to keep them closed and fight off the chill. But the home-baked smells and warmth of the season aren’t the only things we’ve trapped inside — so is the noise generated by daily living.… Read More »
Baby born without an immune system is finally allowed home after spending three months living inside a germ-free ‘bubble’ Milo was born with the rare disorder severe combined immunodeficiency Newborn spent months inside a ‘bubble’, 150 miles from the family home Got a ‘completely new immune system’ in a bone marrow transplant in August By Alexandra… Read More »
Mutations in several genes have been found to cause left ventricular noncompaction. Mutations in the MYH7 and MYBPC3 genes have been estimated to cause up to 30 percent of cases; mutations in other genes are each responsible for a small percentage of cases. However, the cause of the condition is often unknown. Most of the… Read More »