New tick-borne Wetland virus discovered in China can damage the brain

Scientists are warning of a new virus discovered in China that spreads to humans through tick bites, with the potential to cause brain problems. Wetland virus (WELV) was first discovered in a 61-year-old man who reported being bitten by ticks in a park in a large wetland in northern China. The unidentified patient suffered fever, … Read more

Eating fish during pregnancy can reduce the risk of autism by 20%: study

In cod they believe. Eating fish during pregnancy can reduce the likelihood of a child being diagnosed with an autism spectrum disorder by 20%, a new study has found. Taking fish oil supplements did not produce the same result. “This study provides yet more evidence for the safety and benefit of regular fish consumption during … Read more

Saline nasal drops can shorten children’s colds by 2 days: study

They are giving props to the nose drops. Researchers in the United Kingdom say that hypertonic saline nasal drops can shorten a child’s cold by two days and reduce the risk that family members will also get sick. Children have as many as 10 to 12 upper respiratory tract infections a year, the researchers said. … Read more

The first patient in the world transplanted with a complete and partial eye reflects 1 year after the operation

A year after undergoing his first eye and partial face transplant, Aaron James is finding beauty in everyday life. He can finally appreciate solids again – smelling is a simple pleasure – and he doesn’t wince when he looks in the mirror. And while most people hate the DMV, James happily traded in his driver’s … Read more