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Infant formula must contain DHA omega-3 and AA omega-6, say international experts

– Infant formula must contain DHA omega-3 and AA omega-6, say international experts New recommendations published by international experts in the Journal of Perinatal Medicine state that infant formula should include DHA omega-3 and AA omega-6 to guarantee a correct eye and brain development. These recommendations fro DHA and AA intake have been developed by… Seguir Leyendo Infant formula must contain DHA omega-3 and AA omega-6, say international experts

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Body identification by facial reconstruction will cost less time and money

– Body identification by facial reconstruction will cost less time and money A researcher from the Physical Anthropological Laboratory of the University of Granada has developed the most complete database today to identify human remains and bodies in advanced states of decomposition using 3D computerised techniques for facial reconstruction. This method will reduce the cost… Seguir Leyendo Body identification by facial reconstruction will cost less time and money

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An efficient response in primary care would reduce the use of hospitals by elderly people

– An efficient response in primary care would reduce the use of hospitals by elderly people Researchers from the Department of Preventive Medicine and Public Health from the University of Granada have carried out a study with patients over 60. The main conclusion they have come to is that an efficient response in primary care… Seguir Leyendo An efficient response in primary care would reduce the use of hospitals by elderly people

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Creation of a new material capable of eliminating pollutants by the hydrocarbon industry

– Creation of a new material capable of eliminating pollutants by the hydrocarbon industry A research team of the University of Granada has managed to produce the most useful material to date to eliminate pollutants such as benzene, toluene and xylene, organic solvents widely used in the hydrocarbon industry and generated by road traffic in… Seguir Leyendo Creation of a new material capable of eliminating pollutants by the hydrocarbon industry

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Patients’ relatives are ignored by the health system and suffer emotional stress

– Patients relatives are ignored by the health system and suffer emotional stress There are people who have traditionally been forgotten in the field of health. However, they are vitally important for patients’ well-being: they are the family caregivers in hospitals. A study carried out at the Department of Social Anthropology of the University of… Seguir Leyendo Patients’ relatives are ignored by the health system and suffer emotional stress

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An assessment system demonstrates the learning capacity of children with Down’s syndrome

– An assessment system demonstrates the learning capacity of children with Downs syndrome Researchers from the Department of Personality, Assessment and Psychological Treatment at the University of Granada have adapted a set of assessment criteria created by lecturers from the USA to the Spanish language. This system makes it possible to assess abilities, attitudes and… Seguir Leyendo An assessment system demonstrates the learning capacity of children with Down’s syndrome

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A compound extracted from olives inhibits cancer cells growth and prevents their appearance

– A compound extracted from olives inhibits cancer cells growth and prevents their appearance A research group of the University of Granada has found out that maslinic acid, a compound present in the leaf and the olive skin wax extracted from alpeorujo (crushed olive pulp), has the capacity of preventing cancer as well as regulating… Seguir Leyendo A compound extracted from olives inhibits cancer cells growth and prevents their appearance

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1 out of 4 children involved in a divorce undergoes Parental Alienation Syndrome

– 1 out of 4 children involved in a divorce undergoes Parental Alienation Syndrome One out of four children involved in a divorce and custody litigation undergoes the so-called Parental Alienation Syndrome (PAS), consisting of the manipulation of children by the custodial parent, who incessantly tries to turn them against the other parent by arousing… Seguir Leyendo 1 out of 4 children involved in a divorce undergoes Parental Alienation Syndrome

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Consuming extra virgin olive oil helps to combat degenerative diseases such as cancer

– Consuming extra virgin olive oil helps to combat degenerative diseases such as cancer In the 1960s, Ancer Keys, a US expert on nutrition, studied the health benefits of the Mediterranean diet for the first time. Since then many studies on the benefits of olive oil have been conducted. According to several studies performed in… Seguir Leyendo Consuming extra virgin olive oil helps to combat degenerative diseases such as cancer

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Half of the people suffering from head injuries fake to receive financial helpeure

– Half of the people suffering from head injuries fake to receive financial help How can it be proved that a patient is lying when they say that they have a cognitive problem, such as memory or concentration problems or anxiety There are many people who exaggerate their injuries and even feign them in order… Seguir Leyendo Half of the people suffering from head injuries fake to receive financial helpeure