Introduced foxes transformed vegetation on Aleutian Islands from lush grasslands to tundra
Huge colonies of seabirds accustomed to nesting on islands free of predators began disappearing when fur traders started introducing foxes onto islands in the Aleutian archipelago in the 18th century. The ground-nesting birds made easy meals for the foxes. A study published this week in the journal Science now shows that the effects of the introduced foxes rippled through entire island ecosystems...Estrogen therapy for hot flushes
Results of two new studies suggest that low-dose estrogen therapy should be considered first line treatment for women experiencing menopausal hot flushes and bleeding. The June issue of Fertility and Sterility says low-dose estrogen therapy is as effective as high-dose estrogen in treating menopausal symptoms. Low-doses are actually are more effective in stopping the irregular bleeding.//...A Royal Flush And A White Elephant
Due to a recent shoot out, the government of Nepal paid compensation of Nepali Rs. 150,000 ($2,100) to the family of slain cabbie//. The taxi driver was shot dead in Kathmandu valley Monday during a shutdown called by the Maoist guerrillas ahead of the Feb 8 local polls. The government also paid around Nepali Rs.150,000 to the family of a politician killed by the Maoists for taking pa...Secret Herb Could Tackle Hot Flushes And Night Sweats In Breast Cancer Patients
Hot flushes and night sweats continue to trouble breast cancer patients on hormone therapy treatment. A secret herb, belonging to the mint family, could soon answer the silent prayers of these numerous cancer victims. //Researchers at the University of Manchester are now evaluating the use of this herb, normally found in any kitchen to stop hot flushes or night sweats, which necessitate c...Herbal Supplements Fail to Relieve Hot Flushes
According to the results from a NIH funded clinical trials, the Herbal supplements like black cohosh//, when used alone or along with other botanical supplements failed to relieve hot flushes in perimenopausal or postmenopausal women, who participated in the Herbal Alternatives (HALT) for Menopause Study. The research funded by the National Institutes of Health (NIH), found that women...Cancer – Flushes Flesh and Fund
To suffer cancer and battle the disease is one thing and to realize that it could send your cash reserves// to naught is another. The drain in health and resources may just be the last nail in the coffin. Cancer patients seem to coughing up more than they can afford in Ontario hospitals to find reprieve with newer and more effective drugs. Sadly, the new drugs are not funded by the g...