Health News

17-02-2010

World | STD

According to a new study, nearly half of men surveyed said they had used a poorly fitting condom in the previous three months. Men and their female sex partners may benefit from public health efforts designed to promote the improved fit of condoms.

16-02-2010

Egypt | Tutankhamen's Death

Scientists have now determined the most likely agents of King Tutankhamen's death about 1324 B.C.: malaria combined with a degenerative bone condition.

16-02-2010

South Africa | Swine Flu

The country faces the likelihood of a health catastrophe in case of a swine flu outbreak during World Cup. The event is likely to attract 450,000 tourists during winter, that time of year typically the peak of flu season.

16-02-2010

USA | Malaria

University of Illinois scientists have discovered a chemical reaction that allows malaria parasites and many bacteria to survive. The chemical pathway doesn't occur in humans or other animals, thereby making it an ideal drug target.

16-02-2010

Europe | Counterfeit Medicines

A Cracking Counterfeit Europe report surveyed the general public and doctors across 14 European countries. It is estimated that the counterfeit medicines market in Europe is worth more than 10.5 billion euros per year.