New drug targets for aggressive breast cancer
July 26, 2013 — Scientists at A*STAR's Genome Institute of Singapore (GIS) led in a study that has identified genes that are potential targets for therapeutic drugs against aggressive breast cancer. These findings were reported in the July 2013 issue …
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Mums believe breast is best for a baby's brain
Breast milk has always been widely acknowledged as the most complete form of nutrition for infants, with a range of benefits for infants' health, growth, immunity and development. But despite all its natural benefits, Mrs Lamond said people still …
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Lithuanian, 16, sets world record
A breakout star at last year's London Olympics, the 16-year-old from Lithuania set the first world record of the meet Monday night — in the semifinals of the 100-meter breaststroke, no less. Meilutyte will be an overwhelming favorite in the final …
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Home Living Advice: What to do with husband who loves breast…
Dear Prudence: I am a new mother of a lovely four-month-old baby girl. My husband has been curious about my lactation, and I allowed him to taste some (from a bottle that I pumped). Now, he wants more. He thinks this sweet, fatty milk product would be …
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Breast is best, says mother of five
NATURAL FEED: Olivia Rapana, with son Rangi Te Kura, chats to breastfeeding support person Priscilla Taniwha, who is feeding Tamate Phillips. Olivia says support from other mums inspired her to keep breastfeeding despite early struggles.
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