The Antarctic Mesoscale Prediction System (AMPS) successfully predicted a brief window of favorable weather, allowing helicopters to bring the last passengers aboard. The forecasting support helped guide the ice-strengthened ship SA Agulhas to retrieve the stranded vessel and crew from near Antarctica.
A new study from Duke University Medical Center found that smokers who knew they were genetically susceptible to smoking-related cancers were no more likely to quit than those who didn't know. However, the study also showed that this knowledge did not undermine motivation to quit, contrary to initial concerns. The research suggests tha...
In Poland, cigarette smoking is responsible for nearly half of premature deaths. However, with new tobacco legislation, smoking rates are declining and life expectancy is improving, decreasing by nearly 4 years in men and over 3 years in women.
A University of Vermont study found that children who consume flavored milk have higher calcium intakes than those who don't. Flavored milk helps boost overall calcium intake without impacting total added sugar consumption, reversing the trend towards soft drink and fruit drink consumption in children.
Researchers found that genetic variations in HIV-A and HIV-C proteases make it harder for antiviral drugs to work. The study's findings have negative implications for long-term efficacy of therapies in patients infected with African subtypes.
The World Health Organization predicts 15 million new cancer cases annually by 2039, with 70% occurring in developing countries. Anti-cancer factions are pooling knowledge and resources to establish a system to better equip healthcare organizations for the growing challenge.
Deforestation rates in Brazilian Amazonia averaged seven football fields per minute, with highway proximity being a significant predictor. Current policy initiatives to expand infrastructure networks will likely increase deforestation activity, particularly in south-easterly areas.
Anastrozole, an aromatase inhibitor, has been shown to be more effective than tamoxifen in reducing the risk of breast cancer recurrence, hot flushes, and thromboembolic events. The treatment also reduces the incidence of endometrial abnormalities and vaginal bleeding, providing a significant benefit for postmenopausal women with early...