McMaster University, Department of Clinical Epidemiology

The therapeutic role of melatonin in cancer worthy of study

A systematic review of randomized controlled trials and meta-analysis found that melatonin reduced the risk of death at one year by 34%. Melatonin was also shown to have a beneficial effect on sleep patterns in patients. The researchers urge caution in interpreting the clinical usefulness of large doses of melatonin.

SourceMcMaster University, Department of Clinical Epidemiology·JournalJournal of Pineal Research·DateNov 22, 2005

Study finds torture and human rights abuses among Tibetan refugees

Researchers found extremely high reported human rights violations among Tibetan refugees, leading to increased incidence of post-traumatic stress disorder, anxiety disorders, and depression. The study reveals that torture and human rights abuses are unacceptably high among Tibetans who have escaped to Nepal or India.

SourceMcMaster University, Department of Clinical Epidemiology·JournalBMC International Health and Human Rights·DateNov 9, 2005