Category: Wellbeing
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Scientists hail new cystic fibrosis treatment
By Agence France Presse A new triple-drug therapy that tackles the genetic causes of cystic fibrosis has been shown to be highly effective in treating the rare life-threatening disorder, scientists reported Thursday following landmark clinical trials. The finding—30 years after the gene that causes the disease was identified—was called a “cause for celebration” by Francis […]
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Kids who drink more water appear to be better at multitasking, finds new study
By Agence France Presse New US research has found that drinking more water could not only improve a child’s hydration, but also boost their ability to multitask. Led by researchers at the University of Illinois, the new study looked at 75 children aged nine to 11 years old. The children were placed into three groups; one […]