'Loss aversion' studies point the way for gambling addicts

Studies into a chemical involved in the brain's sensory and reward systems could help in the development of drugs to treat gambling addicts.

Autistic children encouraged to mentally 'talk things through'

British scientists say teaching autistic children to "talk things through" in their heads might help them solve tricky day-to-day tasks.

Funding shortages dampen fight against Aids

UN health agencies say extraordinary progress has been made in the fight against Aids but a funding crisis is putting those gains at risk.

SMS a day keeps malaria at bay

Sending daily SMS reminders to health workers can mean nearly 25% more children are properly treated for malaria.

HIV epidemics emerge in Middle East, North Africa

Epidemics of HIV are emerging among gay and bisexual men in the Middle East and North Africa, researchers said.

Prince Charles a 'snake-oil salesman'?

A professor of complementary medicine accused Prince Charles and other backers of alternative therapies on Monday of being "snake-oil salesmen".
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