July 10, 2007

Health Roundup

People with moles age more slowly than others. It's the telomeres.

A drug called varenicline in a single pill could curb smoking and drinking.  Made by Pfizer, varenicline has already been proven safe for people.  Because the drug works on the same receptors in the brain to block the release of dopamine that pleasurable sensation that reinforces addiction, what's been proven safe for nicotine addiction may well work for alcohol addiction.

A simple scratch and sniff test to detect Alzheimer's disease in its earliest stages may be coming since a Poor Sense of Smell May be Alzheimer's

Too many jellyfish in Japan caused problems, even a blockage at a nuclear plant.  Now those wily Japanese have found that jellyfish mucus  is perfect for cosmetics

New ink for tattoos using advanced microcapsulation technology promises that it can be removed later on when the people tattooed come to their senses in only one laser session.  100% Freedom. Zero Regret.

You Breathe What You Eat.  Asthma severity linked to diet poor in vitamins C and E and omega-3 fatty acids,

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