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Health & MedicineNew epilepsy drug is possible
A drug mimicking a natural substance in the brain may offer a new therapy for epilepsy.
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Health & MedicineAntibiotic now tackles Parkinson’s
A well-known antibiotic may slow the brain-cell death that causes Parkinson's disease.
By John Travis -
Health & MedicineA spice takes on Alzheimer’s disease
Curcumin, a spice used in yellow curry, may thwart Alzheimer's disease.
By John Travis -
Health & MedicineDrugs tested for Lou Gehrig’s disease
Two drugs, one for cancer and one for arthritis, may be effective treatments for amyotrophic lateral sclerosis.
By John Travis -
EarthFishy data hid decline in global catch
Many coastal fisheries are in trouble, yet according to figures reported to the United Nations, the annual global yield has appeared to be stable or even growing.