NEW ANTIBIOTIC FOR DRUG RESISTANT INFECTION

 A new potential class of antibiotics called LpxC inhibitors was recently found to block the ability of bacteria to initiate the septic casc...

The biggest disaster threat in the US – and what YOU can do to prevent it!

What disaster poses the biggest threat in the U.S.? You might be surprised to find out that it’s not earthquakes, tornadoes, hurricanes or o...

ESMO 2012-SIGLE OR COMBINATION CHEMOTHERAPY IN SARCOMA?

A large trial comparing single and combination chemotherapy in the first-line treatment of soft tissue sarcoma failed to meet its primary ov...

A Bouquet for Cheltenham

Well. A very big thankyou to those of you who found me in Gloucestershire yesterday for The Times Cheltenham Literature Festival . I can'...

12 tips for raising a healthy child

Babies are born with millions of neurons that sends messages across the brain. These neurons are "wired" by forming conncections...

Healthy Maine Walks

Scientific research has shown that regular physical activity not only promotes health and well-being, it also reduces the risk of developing...

Can it! Soda studies cite stronger link to obesity

As Americans debate what is most to blame for the nation's obesity epidemic, researchers say they have the strongest evidence yet that s...

Favorite Fall Decorating 2012 Ideas By H. Camille Smith

Welcome the arrival of fall and Thanksgiving guests with gorgeous decorations both indoors and out.  By H. Camille Smith Freshen Up Your Fr...

Breast Cancer Awareness

Maine CDC recognizes October as Breast Cancer Awareness Month. In 2012, it is anticipated that 1,170 Maine women will be diagnosed with brea...