Archive of articles published on the 18th of April 2011

Minorities born with heart defects at higher risk of dying in early childhood than whites
Study links social environment to high attempted suicide rates among gay youth
Study: Parents likely to embrace predictive genetic testing for their children if offered
Scientists develop compound that effectively halts progression of multiple sclerosis
NIH scientists identify gene that could hold the key to muscle repair
Brain bypass surgery sparks restoration of lost brain tissue
Noninvasive extenders are better than surgery for men who want a longer penis
Gladstone scientists identify genes involved in embryonic heart development
Another reason not to binge drink
Breast cancer prognosis goes high tech
Pier review
New pollutants detected in peregrine falcon eggs
Man's best friend: A joint tumor marker in man and dog
Innovative screening method identifies possible new treatment for fatal childhood disease
Genetic mutation linked to lethal disease
Research shows men tend to leap to judgment where women see more shades of gray
Ferromagnetism plus superconductivity
'I'm a Mac' -- so what? Study finds way to measure brand personality appeal
Plant hormone auxin triggers a genetic switch
Anti-depressants boost brain cells after injury in early studies
The pain of evolution: A big toothache for reptiles
How do you manage US oceans? Look at local successes
High-deductible health plans pose no special risks to the medically vulnerable, study finds
Enhanced cord blood stem cell transplants safe in long-term studies
Reptilian root canal: U of T Mississauga study reveals infection in jaw of ancient fossil
Sandia and UNM lead effort to destroy cancers
Researchers pinpoint graphene's varying conductivity levels
Obesity not always protective following surgery
Zoom-up star photos poke holes in century-old astronomical theory
New link between mother's pregnancy diet and offspring's chances of obesity found
Television 'breakups' cause some viewers distress
Predicting premature birth possible through markers in mother's blood
Overdose deaths down 35 percent after opening of Vancouver's supervised injection site: UBC-BC-CfE study
Move over Prozac: New drug offers hope for depression
Newer oral contraceptive as safe for gall bladder as older birth-control pills: UBC-VCH research
Study sheds light on NHL concussions
Risk of gallbladder disease virtually the same with newer and older types of birth control pills
Ban bodychecking in youth hockey to prevent concussions
More game time lost by NHL players with recurrent concussion
New vitamin D-fortified food could battle widespread need for the sunshine vitamin
Health status of migrant workers in Canada
Results on national study of parental concerns about childhood vaccines announced
Report cites 'liquefaction' as key to much of Japanese earthquake damage
Climate change psychology: Coping and creating solutions
New kid on the plasmonic block
Mutated gene found in dog disease the same in humans, MU researchers find
For testing skin cream, synthetic skin may be as good as the real thing
Hydrocarbons in the deep Earth
Pitt-led researchers create super-small transistor, artificial atom powered by single electrons
For family violence among adolescents, mattering matters
Tuberculosis strain in indigenous communities linked to Canadian fur trade
Oxygenation at a depth of 120 meters can save the Baltic Sea
Habitat restoration could help species to cope with climate change
Elderly diabetes patients with very low glucose levels have slightly increased risk of death
New Baylor research shows using leaves' characteristics improves accuracy measuring past climates
Change strategy to save diversity of species
Ben-Gurion University students develop thought-controlled, hands-free computer for the disabled
CMAJ calls on federal government to protect Canadians from unsafe drugs
Simple injection could limit damage from heart attacks and stroke
New scientific model tracks form of ovarian cancer to origins in fallopian tube
How the bilingual brain copes with aging
Tinnitus caused by too little inhibition of brain auditory circuits, Pitt-led study says
U-M experts: Gym gone but not forgotten? Parents want more physical activity at school for kids
Research turns the world upside down
Mercury on the rise in endangered Pacific seabirds
Learn to run a biorefinery in a virtual control room developed by Iowa State researchers
Too many relatives ruining your picnic? Be glad the flies don't invite their cousins
Virtual surgery shows promise in personalized treatment of nasal obstruction
Airway abnormalities appear uncommon in well-appearing babies with apparent life-threatening events
Virtual surgery shows promise in personalized treatment of nasal obstruction
Patients appear to adjust and learn to cope with loss or reduced sense of smell
Previous-day alcohol consumption appears to affect surgical skills on virtual reality simulator
Do-not-resuscitate orders associated with poor surgical outcomes even for non-emergency procedures
New biomarker allows early detection of adverse prognosis after acute kidney injury
Study: Common virus + low sunlight exposure may increase risk of MS
Dietary, lifestyle changes can significantly reduce triglycerides
GOES-13 satellite animation shows US severe storms and tornado outbreak
NASA's Aqua satellite sees weaker Tropical Depression Errol crossing West Timor
Stanford studies document widespread, risky use clotting drug on non-hemophilia patients
BIDMC researchers recommend 'dual citizenship' on social media
Treatment-resistant epilepsy common in idiopathic autism