An accidental discovery in mice may lead to a cure for one of the world’s most deadly infections. Share on PinterestResearchers have identified a bacterial species in the gut microbiota that protects against highly contagious rotavirus (pictured). The World Health Organization (WHO) estimate that each year, 215,000 children worldwide under the age of 5 years
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A recent study investigated the use of steroids for inflammatory bowel disease. Researchers looked at how many patients developed a dependency on steroids or had steroid overuse. What is inflammatory bowel disease? Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) is an inflammatory disease of the digestive tract, which includes Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis. It is a chronic
Jose Luis Pelaez Inc | DigitalVision | Getty Images We are tasked today with making many financial decisions, from managing our student loans to contributing to retirement accounts. Plus there’s paying credit card debt on time and keeping our credit score as high as possible. All of these are important, because our financial future is
When you’re just starting out, life insurance may not be your first concern. Putting it off may cost you. Research shows that millennials, who are saddled with hefty student loan bills, have struggled to set money aside for other purchases — from life insurance to buying a home. On average, about 7 in 10 seniors
Recently researchers studied whether sleep improves academic performance, what time to go to bed, and consistency of sleep. It is known that good sleep is associated with improvements in cognitive function. In the recent study, conducted by researchers at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), sleep patterns were measured using activity trackers. The results were
We already have vaccines that prevent influenza, but there is a catch. Specialists have to keep creating vaccines that target specific flu strains if they want this preventive strategy to be effective. Can scientists create one flu vaccine to rule them all? Is a universal flu vaccine on the way? Influenza — which people commonly
Woman shops for groceries. Twenty20 Walmart continues to lead the U.S. grocery sector, but the gap with its rivals is narrowing, and pressure on profits is rising, according to a new report from Loop Capital Markets. Walmart has a 22% share of the $847 billion U.S. grocery industry, according to analyst Andrew Wolf. The retailer’s
Researchers studied the prevalence and effects of moderate depression, anxiety, and stress in cardiac rehab patients. Heart disease is still the main cause of mortality around the world. Depression and anxiety are oftentimes present in heart disease patients. The presence of mental illness can have a negative impact on physiological health, especially during cardiac rehabilitation.
A recent article published in Immunity discovered the mechanism of how gallstones form. Perhaps you know someone that has suffered from the presence of gallstones (cholelithiasis), since it is one of the leading causes of hospital admissions worldwide. Or perhaps you have heard of gallstones but can’t exactly recall what they are. Although it has
Researchers at Ohio State University recently published a study on the effects of e-cigs and how vaping causes inflammation in the lungs. Do you or does someone you know smoke e-cigarettes? Chances are, the answer is yes. Electronic cigarettes are becoming increasingly popular. However, we don’t understand much about them. E-cigarettes contain ingredients such as
New research shows that an innovative strategy for treating Parkinson’s disease has proven successful in neurons that derive from people living with the condition. Parkinson’s disease affects dopamine producing neurons, illustrated here. Dr. Dimitri Krainc, chair of neurology and director of the Center for Neurogenetics at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine in Chicago, IL,
Serotonin syndrome occurs when a person takes one or more drugs that cause excess levels of serotonin to accumulate in the body. If someone experiencing serotonin syndrome does not receive treatment, the condition can lead to serious and sometimes life threatening complications. Serious complications include: seizures kidney failure respiratory failure loss of muscle tissue In
House Speaker Nancy Pelosi speaks at a Fed Up? Rise Up! rally outside the US Capitol in Washington, DC September 24, 2019. Mandel Ngan | AFP | Getty Images The House Energy and Commerce Committee on Thursday approved Speaker Nancy Pelosi‘s sweeping drug pricing bill, a key step in getting the legislation to the full
Researchers from the Moffitt Cancer Centre & Research Institute found a new way to use BRAF inhibitor treatment to help treat melanoma. Melanoma is a type of skin cancer that begins in the melanocyte cells of the skin. The melanocyte cells are the cells that produce melanin, which is what gives skin its colour. The
A new study looked at the effects of Varenicline tartrate on quitting smoking in combination with counselling sessions. It’s no secret that smoking cigarettes is unhealthy. Smoking damages the airways and the alveoli in the lungs and causes narrowing of the blood vessels. It is associated with an increased risk of lung cancer, chronic obstructive
A nephrologist is a type of doctor who focuses on the diagnosis and treatment of kidney conditions. Nephrologists also receive training to help manage the impact of kidney dysfunction on the rest of the body. A doctor may refer someone to a nephrologist if they believe that the person shows signs of kidney problems, such
Peptides are smaller versions of proteins. Many health and cosmetic products contain different peptides for many uses, such as their potential anti-aging, anti-inflammatory, or muscle building properties. Recent research indicates that some types of peptides could have a beneficial role in slowing down the aging process, reducing inflammation, and destroying microbes. People may confuse peptides
In this photo illustration, an ‘Impossible Whopper’ sits on a table at a Burger King restaurant on April 1, 2019 in Richmond Heights, Missouri. Burger King announced on Monday that it is testing out Impossible Whoppers, made with plant-based patties from Impossible Foods, in 59 locations in and around St. Louis area. Michael Thomas |
The health benefits of nature are infinite. A recent study highlighted another positive impact of our green environment on the mental health of children. Researchers from the University of Netherlands demonstrated that exposure to nature promotes mental health in children. Nature helps in building self-regulation. Nearly 70% of children worldwide are raised in urban environments,
A recent study found that scoring verbal memory tests according to sex can alter who receives a diagnosis of mild cognitive impairment (MCI) by as much as 20%. New research assesses the differences in cognition between males and females after the age of 65. Evidence shows that females tend to have better verbal memory than
Scientists have highlighted a possible link between infection with rotavirus and an increased risk of developing type 1 diabetes. Undergoing vaccination against the pathogen may be an effective way to prevent the condition. Could a routine childhood vaccination reduce the incidence of type 1 diabetes? Type 1 diabetes is an autoimmune condition. The exact reason
Thousands of people experience negative health outcomes from the overuse or misuse of opioids, a drug class that includes both illegal substances, such as heroin, and prescription medicines for pain relief. Can mindfulness boost the effects of traditional treatments that relieve opioid cravings? New research suggests that mindfulness can help reduce cravings for opioids. The
Researchers present the cardiotoxic consequences associated with energy drink abuse in a 26-year-old patient. Energy drinks are widely used to enhance mental and physical performance, owing to the high content of caffeine, taurine, sugar, and other stimulants. In recent years, a number of reports have drawn attention to the side-effects associated with the use and
Researchers recently studied the effect of diet on the cognitive ability of older adults. Alzheimer’s disease affects almost 50 million people worldwide. By the year 2050, that number is expected to rise to 115 million. It is the most common cause of dementia, and it begins with mild memory loss. In its late stages, Alzheimer’s
Does dementia spread gradually and evenly in all directions across the brain, or can it “jump” from one brain area to another? New research helps to settle the question by examining the progression of frontotemporal dementia. Researchers have used MRI scans to improve their prediction of brain atrophy progression in a type of dementia. Frontotemporal
Delirium is a sudden change in a person’s mental function, which includes their ways of thinking and their behavior or level of consciousness. This change often affects memory and concentration. Medical professionals do not yet fully understand delirium, but it seems to have an association with older age, alcohol withdrawal, and certain medical conditions. In
Retail giant Amazon‘s expansion into health care has already begun, but there’s a lot more room for it to grow, Loop Capital Markets’ Anthony Chukumba told CNBC on Tuesday. Chukumba said on “The Exchange” that he sees $72 billion of potential for Amazon through continued health-care expansion, which accelerated in 2018 when it purchased online
Milia are small bumps made up of keratin trapped under the skin. One lesion is called a milium. They can appear anywhere but tend to develop around or under the eyes. Milia frequently occur in newborn babies, though they also occur in children and adults. It can be easy to mistake milia for acne spots
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