Direct delivery: drops may spare vision without side effects

Article Abstract:

Researchers have developed an eyedrop form of the drug carbonic anhydrase inhibitor. The drug had been taken orally by people with glaucoma, but it caused side effects such as fatigue and depression. The drops inhibits the eye's fluid production, preventing it from exerting pressure on the optic nerve.

Innovations, Drugs, Drug therapy, Glaucoma

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Padding the risk: extra weight may trouble kidneys

Article Abstract:

One study shows that overweight women had renal-cell cancer four times more than a control group of slender women. A sensible diet and moderate physical exercise will help to prevent cancer. Why the cancer grows on fatty kidney is not fully understood yet.

Health aspects, Prevention, Obesity, Kidney cancer

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His/her guide to weight loss: the real skinny on what works best for each gender

Article Abstract:

Sticking to a weight loss and exercise program may require different adjustments for men and women. The ways in which weight loss differs for each sex, and dietary adjustments that will better aid men and women in losing weight are described.

Analysis, Cover Story, Weight loss

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