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China confirms 139 new cases of pneumonia over weekend, virus spreads to new cities

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An outbreak of coronavirus in China is spreading to more cities, Chinese authorities reported on Monday, with 139 new cases found over the weekend, including a third death.

HPV puts 'strain' on millennial sex and dating

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Changes to smear tests will mean more HPV diagnoses but there is concern over myths about the virus.

Period poverty: Schools urged to order free menstrual products

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Period poverty campaigners are urging schools and colleges to opt-in to the new scheme in England.

Is a canker sore causing your mouth pain?

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Dr. Manny explains why your mouth may be sore.

China to step up countermeasures as virus outbreak grows

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China will step up efforts to contain the coronavirus outbreak in Wuhan ahead of the Lunar New Year holidays as a rise in confirmed cases fanned fears the virus could spread to other countries.

New coronavirus outbreak in Chinese city of Wuhan

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Chinese authorities and the World Health Organization (WHO) say a new strain of coronavirus is behind the outbreak of pneumonia in the central city of Wuhan, which has erupted just ahead of the Lunar New Year, the country's biggest festival.

China's national health commission says viral outbreak is 'controllable'

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China's National Health Commission on Sunday said the outbreak of a new strain of coronavirus is controllable, in the first statement from the body since the outbreak was reported in late December.

Deaths related to binge-drinking on the rise, new studies show

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Next time you toast to your health, you might want to make it a water.

Virus casts shadow over China's biggest festival, but little worry at epicenter

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Health authorities are concerned that a virus originating in central China could spread when hundreds of millions of Chinese travel during next week's lunar new year festival, but residents said there were was little anxiety in the city at the epicenter.

Assessing The Injuries After Iranian Missile Attack

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Eleven U.S. service members have been sent to hospitals abroad after suffering injuries in Iran's missile strike in Iraq. Scott Simon speaks to neuropsychiatrist Stephen Xenakis about what that means.

What is dry fasting?

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Should you try this method to lose weight? Dr. Manny explains the risks.

China reports new virus cases, raising concern globally before key holiday

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China reported four more cases of pneumonia believed to be caused by a new coronavirus strain, causing rising concern globally that a disease health officials do not yet fully understand could spread during a key holiday period.

Czech Republic reports first H5N8 bird flu case in three years

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The Czech Republic has its first case of the highly pathogenic H5N8 bird flu virus in three years after an outbreak was reported on a poultry farm in the country's central region, the State Veterinary Administration said on Saturday.

Supreme Court to hear Trump appeal in Obamacare contraception fight

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The U.S. Supreme Court on Friday took up an appeal by President Donald Trump's administration seeking to enforce new federal rules allowing employers to obtain religious exemptions from an Obamacare requirement that health insurance that they provide to employ…

Novo Nordisk's diabetes pill Rybelsus to be covered by Express Scripts

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Novo Nordisk's new diabetes pill, Rybelsus, will be covered by Express Scripts Holding Co, one of the largest U.S. pharmacy benefit managers, the Danish drugmaker said on Friday.

Racy Slogans Halt Utah Condom Distribution Plan

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Utah Gov. Gary Herbert halted the distribution of 100,000 condoms that were part of an HIV-prevention effort due to racy messaging.

Human fetal lungs harbor a microbiome signature

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The lungs and placentas of fetuses in the womb -- as young as 11 weeks after conception -- already show a bacterial microbiome signature, which suggests that bacteria may colonize the lungs well before birth. This first-time finding deepens the mystery of how …

Neuron found in mice could have implications for effective diet drugs

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A CALCR cell found in mice may stop feeding without subsequential nauseating effects, as well as influence the long term intake of food.

Bubble tea causes blockage in teen's bowels: report

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The teen told his doctor that he was swallowing the tapioca balls whole rather than chewing them.

Early, heavy marijuana use linked to worse driving performance

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(Reuters Health) - Heavy marijuana users who picked up the habit before age 16 have impaired driving skills even when they're not high, a small study suggests.

Rich rewards: Scientists reveal ADHD medication's effect on the brain

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Researchers have identified how certain areas of the human brain respond to methylphenidate -- a stimulant drug which is used to treat symptoms of ADHD. The work may help researchers understand the precise mechanism of the drug and ultimately develop more targ…

Yosemite National Park sees 170 people fall ill with gastrointestinal issues 'consistent with norovi…

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Two confirmed cases of norovirus were reported Thursday by officials at Yosemite National Park as at least 170 people have now fallen ill with gastrointestinal issues since visiting the park this month.

Health warning: How Fitbits can help predict flu outbreaks

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The Fitbit on your wrist not only counts your steps and minutes of sleep, it can also help tell if you're coming down with the flu - and warn health authorities to get ready to help.

Acid reflux drugs may have negative side effects for breast cancer survivors

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Acid reflux drugs that are sometimes recommended to ease stomach problems during cancer treatment may have an unintended side effect: impairment of breast cancer survivors' memory and concentration.

Fish oil supplements tied to improved male fertility

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(Reuters Health) - Men who consume fish oil supplements, which are high in omega-3 fatty acids, might get a boost in fertility, a new study suggests.

Parents Can Help Their Sleep-Deprived Teens

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American teens aren't getting enough sleep, which can lead to anxiety, depression and suicidal thoughts.

Locust plague devastates crops in Horn of Africa

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Ethiopian farmer Ahmed Ibrahim batted empty water bottles at a swarm of desert locusts the size of his palms that were devouring his field of khat - the mildly narcotic leaf that is his family's main source of income.

Could Your Fitbit Help Detect the Flu?

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Research has shown that young men with fevers had increases in their resting heart rate of about 8.5 beats per minute (bpm) for about every 2-degree Fahrenheit increase in body temperature.

Many older U.S. adults don't get needed cardiac rehab after a heart attack

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(Reuters Health) - - Only about one in four patients on Medicare receive cardiac rehabilitation recommended to help them recover from events like a heart attack or coronary bypass surgery, a U.S. study suggests.

Fake drugs: How bad is Africa's counterfeit medicine problem?

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Seven African countries are meeting in Togo to tackle the issue of fake drugs.

Real risks associated with cannabis exposure during pregnancy

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A new study has definitively shown that regular exposure to THC, the main psychoactive ingredient in cannabis, during pregnancy has significant impact on placental and fetal development.

Unprofessional TikTok medical videos 'not the norm'

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TikTok videos made by doctors and nurses this week have been accused of spreading misinformation.

Activation of a distinct genetic pathway can slow the progress of metastatic breast cancer

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Activation of the BMP4 signalling pathway presents a new therapeutic strategy to combat metastatic breast cancer, a disease that has shown no reduction in patient mortality over the past 20 years.

Thailand finds second case of new Chinese virus, says no outbreak

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Thailand has found a second case of a new Chinese coronavirus, authorities said on Friday, as they ramped up checks on Chinese visitors, nearly a million of whom are expected for Lunar New Year holidays next week.

Judge slashes $8 billion Risperdal award against Johnson & Johnson to $6.8 million

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A Pennsylvania judge on Friday slashed to $6.8 million from $8 billion a punitive damages award against Johnson & Johnson to a man who said it failed to warn that boys using its antipsychotic drug Risperdal could grow breasts.

Social media data needed for 'harm' research, say doctors

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Understanding usage by children is key to studying potential harms and benefits, psychiatrists say.

Florida girl severely burned on arms, chest denies attempting 'fire challenge,' mom says

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The girl's mother told a local news station that she's not sure if her daughter was attempting the challenge, but that she knows she brought tea light candles into the room before the fire started.

Paraguay braces for deadly Dengue fever outbreak

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Paraguay is bracing for a potential major epidemic of Dengue fever after recording close to 7,000 suspected cases in the first two weeks of 2020, similar to levels in the severe 2013 outbreak that led to 250 deaths.

How to survive the toddler years: Child development expert weighs in

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From how to tame a temper tantrum to ways to avoid sibling rivalry, psychologists and child development expert Dr. Gail Gross breaks down the most common and problematic behaviors your kids are driving you crazy with.

Sepsis Causes Far More Deaths Than Thought

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Sepsis kills more than twice as many people worldwide as once believed, and children in poor regions account for an excessive number of such deaths, researchers say.

Sepsis, the 'hidden killer,' may be responsible for 1 in 5 deaths worldwide, study shows

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Sepsis is likely responsible for one in five deaths worldwide -- more than cancer -- each year, according to a new study. These "alarming" figures are more than double previous estimates.

Toddler separated from twin for first time after rare cancer diagnosis: 'It's been really hard'

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The twins have been separated for the first time in their young lives after Fox was diagnosed with rare form of cancer just after Christmas.

Focus on opioids and cannabis in chronic pain media coverage

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New Zealand media reports on chronic pain are focusing on treatments involving opioids and cannabis at the expense of best practice non-drug treatments, researchers have found.

Cheap drug may alleviate treatment-resistance in leukemia

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A common and inexpensive drug may be used to counteract treatment resistance in patients with acute myeloid leukemia (AML), one of the most common forms of blood cancer. The researchers will now launch a clinical study to test the new combination treatment in …

Ingestible medical devices can be broken down with light

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Engineers have developed a light-sensitive material that allows gastrointestinal devices to be triggered to break down inside the body when they are exposed to light from an ingestible LED.

U.S. to screen passengers for new China coronavirus at three airports

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The United States will begin screening efforts at three U.S. airports to detect travelers from the central Chinese city of Wuhan who may have symptoms of a new respiratory virus that so far has killed two people and infected 45 more, public health officials sa…

Scotland bid to regulate beauty filler industry

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A new licensing scheme will target non-healthcare professionals who carry out work such as lip enhancements.

Bayer could be close to Roundup settlement, mediator says

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Bayer could be close to settling more than 75,000 cancer claims related to its Roundup herbicide, with mediator Ken Feinberg on Friday saying he was "cautiously optimistic that a settlement will ultimately be reached."

Are Doctors Throwing Away Potential Donor Kidneys?

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Many of the donor kidneys that are discarded each year in the United States could instead be effectively transplanted, a large new study suggests.

My 'butterfly skin' could kill me but I want to raise awareness for others

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Epidermolysis bullosa is a rare genetic condition where skin can tear at the slightest touch.

Milwaukee woman dies after leaving ER due to long wait, family says

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The family claims that the hospital later called to check on her, by which point she had already collapsed and was on her way back via ambulance.

Despite U.S. law, many clinical trial results go unreported

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(Reuters Health) - Fewer than half of clinical trial sponsors reported their results to a U.S. government registry within a year of the trial's completion, flouting U.S. law and risking fines, British researchers reported on Friday.

Confronting Racial Bias in Maternal Deaths

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The United States has the highest maternal mortality rate of any developed country, and African American women like Kira are overly affected

Kids' Climate Case 'Reluctantly' Dismissed By Appeals Court

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The court said the nearly two dozen young people who were trying to force action by the government on climate change did not have standing to sue. The judges said climate change is a political issue.

Susan Warby death: Whistleblower letter to husband 'revealed blunders'

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The hospital reportedly demanded fingerprints and samples of handwriting to find the whistleblower.

China confirms second death in mystery viral outbreak

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The man was identified as a 69-year-old who was admitted to the hospital with an array of health issues.

Fundraising to communicate with our daughter

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Provision of sign language courses for parents of deaf children is found to be "patchy".

Robot-Assisted Knee Replacement Surgery - What Is It and How It Works?

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Robot-assisted knee replacement surgery is a highly advanced and minimally invasive surgery that enables the surgeon to have better precision and accuracy. This robot-assisted technology employed in knee replacement surgery has benefited patients with better r…

Making sense of the self

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Interoception is the awareness of our physiological states. But precisely how the brain calculates and reacts to this information remains unclear. Neuroscientists now demonstrate how the insular cortex orchestrates the process. The work represents the first st…

'Alarming' one in five deaths due to sepsis

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The most detailed study of sepsis shows it is a much bigger problem than previously thought.

HIV infections among gay and bi men fall by 71% in UK

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New figures suggest the UK is on track to eliminate HIV transmission by 2030.

Dementia: Does heading a football cause the disease?

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Concerns are growing that heading a football may increase the risk of players developing dementia.

Study unravels new insights into a Parkinson's disease protein

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The new study explores alpha-synuclein's basic properties, with a focus on a section of the protein known as the non-amyloidal component (NAC). The research was done on fruit fly larvae that were genetically engineered to produce both normal and mutated forms …

Utah governor halts free condom distribution over risque packaging

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Utah Gov. Gary Herbert this week halted the distribution of some 100,000 condoms over suggestive packaging.

Scientists Sent Mighty Mice To Space To Improve Treatments Back On Earth

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Forty mice spent more than a month in orbit to test two approaches to strengthening muscle and bone in microgravity conditions. The results could help people with muscle and bone diseases.

Pulling the plug on calcium pumps -- potential new treatment strategy for pancreatic cancer

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UK scientists have identified a new way to kill pancreatic cancer cells by 'pulling the plug' on the energy generator that fuels calcium pumps on their cell surface. The study reports how switching off the cancer's energy supply causes the pancreatic cancer ce…

'My sister died after taking a line of cocaine'

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Research for the BBC by NHS Digital shows a huge rise in mental and physical illness linked to cocaine.

Body's natural signal carriers can help melanoma spread

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A new study sheds fresh light on how melanoma cells interact with other cells via extracellular vesicles they secrete. The researchers found that extracellular vesicles secreted by melanoma cells use the so-called hedgehog signalling pathway to intensify the m…

Mom sheds nearly 200 pounds after breaking roller coaster seat: 'It's what I needed to motivate me'

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A British woman who once weighed some 322 pounds says breaking a roller coaster seat during an amusement park outing was the motivation she needed to work toward a healthier weight.

Hookah smoke may be associated with increased risk of blood clots

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In a new study conducted in mice, researchers found that tobacco smoke from a hookah caused blood to function abnormally and be more likely to clot and quickly form blood clots. The findings provide new evidence that hookah smoking may not be a safe alternativ…

Sepsis associated with 1 in 5 deaths globally, double previous estimate

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Twice as many people as previously believed are dying of sepsis worldwide, according to a new analysis. Among them are a disproportionately high number of children in poor areas.

Man tried to cure constipation by swallowing live eels, wound up in emergency surgery, report says

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Don't try this one at home.

New method detects toxin exposure from harmful algal blooms in human urine

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A newly developed method can detect even low-dose human exposure to microcystins and nodularin in human urine. During harmful algal blooms (HABs), species of cyanobacteria release toxic peptides, including microcystins and nodularin into waterways, impacting w…

NHS tells betting firms to stop 'vicious gambling cycle'

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Free bets and other incentives should be banned to make gambling safer, a letter to companies says.

Whooping cough evolving into a superbug

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Whooping cough bacteria are becoming smarter at colonizing and feeding off unwitting hosts -- whether they have been vaccinated or not -- strengthening calls for a new vaccine.

Improved brain chip for precision medicine

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A biomedical research team is reporting an improvement on a microfluidic brain cancer chip. The new chip allows quick assessment of the effectiveness of cancer drugs on brain tumors.

Prices of MS Medications Keep Soaring

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Medicaid spending on 15 MS drugs increased from $453 million to just over $1.3 billion between 2011 and 2017

Sleep linked to language skills in neurodevelopmental disorders

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New research has discovered that Down's syndrome, Fragile X syndrome and Williams syndrome are all linked to sleep disruption in very young children, and that sleep plays a crucial role in the development of these children's language skills.

'PigeonBot' Brings Robots Closer To Birdlike Flight

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Birds change the shape of their wings far more than planes. The complexities of bird flight have posed a major design challenge for scientists trying to translate the way birds fly into robots.

Flu Shot No Match for 'B' Strain, Season Rages On

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According to the CDC's estimates, there have been at least 9.7 million illnesses, 87,000 hospitalizations, and 4,800 deaths from flu this season.

Mix of stress and air pollution may lead to cognitive difficulties in children

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Children with elevated exposure to early life stress in the home and elevated prenatal exposure to air pollution exhibited heightened symptoms of attention and thought problems, according to researchers. Early life stress is common in youth from disadvantaged …

Hormone resistance in breast cancer linked to DNA 'rewiring'

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Researchers have revealed changes to the 3D arrangement of DNA linked to treatment resistance in ER+ breast cancer.

Efficacy of drugs against pork tapeworm

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Taenia solium -- also called pork tapeworm -- is a parasite which causes disease around the world, particularly in very poor communities with deficient sanitation and where pigs roam free. Researchers have now analyzed the efficacy and adverse effects of three…

Lights on for germ-free wound dressings

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Infections are a dreaded threat that can have fatal consequences after an operation, in the treatment of wounds, and during tissue engineering. Biomimetic hydrogels with 'built-in' antimicrobial properties can significantly decrease this danger. Scientists hav…

A snapshot of what it's like to be autistic or dyspraxic

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Exceptional Individuals is showing employers how to make their work environment neurodiverse friendly.

Vermont sees outbreak of hepatitis, health officials say

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Attention, Vermont residents: An outbreak of hepatitis is affecting The Green Mountain State.

Fetching With Wolves: What It Means That A Wolf Puppy Will Retrieve A Ball

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Some wolf puppies will unexpectedly play "fetch," researchers say, showing that an urge to retrieve a ball might be an ancient wolf trait and not a result of dog domestication.

Edible 'security tag' to protect drugs from counterfeit

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Researchers are aiming to stump drug counterfeiters with an edible 'security tag' embedded into medicine. To imitate the drug, a counterfeiter would have to uncrack a complicated puzzle of patterns not fully visible to the naked eye.

Cells protect themselves against stress by keeping together

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For the first time, research shows that the contacts between cells, known as cell adhesion, are essential for cells to survive stress. The findings also suggest that impaired cell adhesion may sensitize cancer cells to drugs that damage cell proteins and cause…

Less sex may mean earlier menopause, study claims

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The study also dispelled previous research that linked later menopause to marital status.

Walnuts may be good for the gut and help promote heart health

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Researchers found that eating walnuts daily as part of a healthy diet was associated with increases in certain bacteria that can help promote health. Additionally, those changes in gut bacteria were associated with improvements in some risk factors for heart d…

Researchers investigate molecule, VISTA, which keeps immune system quiet against cancer

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Researchers are studying a valuable target in regulating the immune response in cancer and autoimmunity. VISTA is a tempering molecule that hinders T cells in the immune system from activating against self-antigens such as cancer cells. Their new publication d…

CDC Lifts Advisory Against Certain Romaine Lettuce

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But as of Wednesday, the outbreak of E. coli illnesses linked to the lettuce "appears to be over," the CDC said in a statement.

New vulnerability in kidney cancer

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Medical researchers have identified a possible way to treat tumors while sparing nearby healthy tissue.

Physicists design 'super-human' red blood cells to deliver drugs to specific targets

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A team of physicists from McMaster University has developed a process to modify red blood cells so they can be used to distribute drugs throughout the body, which could specifically target infections or treat catastrophic diseases such as cancer or Alzheimer's…

Stroke consultant shortage 'hurtling towards crisis'

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Some 48% of hospitals in England, Wales and Northern Ireland do not have the staff they need, figures suggest.

Cancer study may accidentally help researchers create usable blood stem cells

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A new study shows that cancer-causing MLL gene may also push pluripotent stem cells to make hematopoietic stem cells, a strong step in the decades-long effort to make personalizable, durable blood stem cells.

Low doses of radiation used in medical imaging lead to mutations in cell cultures

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Common medical imaging procedures use low doses of radiation that are believed to be safe. A new study, however, finds that in human cell cultures, these doses create breaks that allow extra bits of DNA to integrate into the chromosome.

Does your company nurture neurodiverse talent?

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Universal Music UK have changed their work culture to be more inclusive to neurodiverse people.

Newcastle children talk mental health thanks to puppets

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The show is touring schools and is being used to spot early signs of issues.

Japan confirms coronavirus case in man who recently returned from China

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The man developed a cough while still in China, and later tested positive for the virus while hospitalized in Japan.

Helping patients prep mind and body for surgery pays off

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An inexpensive program to help surgery patients get physically and mentally ready for their upcoming operation may help reduce overall costs and get them home faster, according to new research involving hundreds of patients in 21 hospitals.

Jumping genes threaten egg cell quality

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A woman's supply of eggs is finite, so it is crucial that the quality of their genetic material is ensured. New work elucidates a mechanism by which, even before birth, the body tries to eliminate egg cells of the poorest quality.

Progress in unraveling the mystery of the genomics of Parkinson's disease

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The International Parkinson Disease Genomics Consortium (IPDGC) has now been in existence for ten years. The consortium now reviews the progress made over the past decade in the genomics of Parkinson's disease (PD) and related disorders including Lewy body dis…

Diet Drug Belviq May Raise Cancer Risk: FDA

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Health care providers should weigh the benefits of taking lorcaserin against the potential risks when deciding whether to prescribe or continue patients on the medication, the FDA advised.

A secreted signature of aging cells

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Senescent cells undergo an irreversible and permanent arrest of cell division and are hallmarks of both the aging process and multiple chronic diseases. Senescent cells -- and more importantly the factors they secrete, known collectively as the senescence-asso…

A wearable gas sensor for health and environmental monitoring

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A highly sensitive, wearable gas sensor for environmental and human health monitoring may soon become commercially available.

Bartonella bacteria found in hemangiosarcoma tumors from dogs

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Researchers have found a very high prevalence of Bartonella bacteria in tumors and tissues - but not blood samples - taken from dogs with hemangiosarcoma, a cancer of the blood vessels.

Molecular understanding of drug interactions suggests pathway to better malaria treatments

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Researchers have for the first time demonstrated what happens at the molecular level when two compounds known to inhibit crystal growth were combined, yielding new insights into malaria treatments and, more broadly, improving the process of drug development.

Study answers when moderate to late preterm babies go home

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'When is my baby going home?' is one of the first questions asked by families of infants admitted to the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU). Now clinicians have a data-based answer.

Glimpses of fatherhood found in non-pair-bonding chimps

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Although they have no way of identifying their biological fathers, male chimpanzees form intimate bonds with them, a finding that questions the idea of fatherhood in some of humanity's closest relatives, according to a study of wild chimpanzees in Uganda.

For Trans Youths, a Tough Path to Gender Harmony

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Roughly 1.8% of high school students now identify as trans -- almost twice the rate of adults. The biggest jump appears to be in teenagers born female who want to transition to males.

Trauma of Miscarriage May Trigger PTSD

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After a miscarriage or ectopic pregnancy, 1 in 6 women can have PTSD nearly a year later, European researchers report.

Sticky situation inside blood vessels can worsen stroke damage

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A stroke appears to create a sticky situation inside the blood vessels of the brain that can worsen damage days, even months later, scientists report.

Embryo Research To Reduce Need For In Vitro Fertilization Raises Ethical Concerns

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Aiming to find a cheaper, easier way than IVF to ensure human embryos are healthy before implantation, researchers paid women to be inseminated, then flushed the embryos from their wombs for analysis.

2019 Was The 2nd-Hottest Year On Record, According To NASA And NOAA

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Last year's data collected by the agencies is the latest confirmation that the Earth is steadily getting hotter. The planet is now almost 1 degree Celsius warmer than it was in the mid-20th century.

New Drugs Getting FDA's Blessing Faster, but Is That a Good Thing?

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The result is that patients are being prescribed pricey new medications that have not been tested as rigorously, said lead researcher Jonathan Darrow, an assistant professor at Harvard Medical School.

Allergic to dogs? It may only be the males

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Love dogs but find yourself uncontrollably sneezing around some of them? There might be a solution that's easier than allergy shots. Neuter your male pup or opt for a female dog.

Why are opioids still given for chronic pain?

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Opioids work only for some with long-term pain - so why are they still being given to patients?

Scientists breach brain barriers to attack tumors

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The brain is equipped with barriers designed to keep out dangerous pathogens. Researchers have now found a novel way to circumvent the brain's natural defenses when they're counterproductive.

Global warming to increase violent crime in the United States

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A new study predicts millions of additional violent crimes in coming decades.

MS drug costs nearly triple over 7 years, even with introduction of generic

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The cost of prescriptions for multiple sclerosis (MS) drugs nearly tripled over seven years, and the introduction of a generic version of one of the most common drugs had little overall effect on prices, according to a new study.

Biologists make living sperm glow

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By applying a novel method, biologists have successfully analyzed the metabolism of intact tissues of the fruit fly using a label-free microscopy technique. They used the natural fluorescence of certain metabolic molecules and found that sperm, compared to oth…

Chemicals between us: Surprising effects of oxytocin on cocaine addiction

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Researchers have discovered gender-based differences in response to therapeutic oxytocin treatment in cocaine-addicted individuals with a history of childhood trauma. Oxytocin has been shown previously to function as a potential therapeutic in cases of addicti…

Blue light can help heal mild traumatic brain injury

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Daily exposure to blue wavelength light each morning helps to re-entrain the circadian rhythm so that people get better, more regular sleep which was translated into improvements in cognitive function, reduced daytime sleepiness and actual brain repair.

Researchers identify gene with functional role in aging of eye

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Researchers say a gene known to be a biomarker of age plays a key role in age-associated functional and anatomical aging in mouse retinas, a finding that has direct relevance to age-related eye diseases.

Which Obesity Surgery Is Right for You?

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Looking at medical records from more than 33,000 U.S. patients, researchers found that those who underwent gastric bypass surgery had higher rates of hospitalization in the next five years, versus patients who underwent sleeve gastrectomy.

'The reality is I shouldn't be here - it's a miracle'

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'You, Me and the Big C' presenter Deborah James tells 5 Live she is currently 'free' of cancer.

Falling risk of heart disease among survivors of child cancer since the 1970s

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There has been a measurable decline in serious heart conditions among adult survivors of childhood cancer since the 1970s, finds a new study.

Pot-Using Drivers Still Impaired After the High Fades

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Compared to nonusers, heavy marijuana users had worse driving performance during the test. For example, they hit more simulated pedestrians, went over the speed limit more often, made fewer stops at red lights, and crossed the center line more often.

B-cell enrichment predictive of immunotherapy response in melanoma, sarcoma and kidney cancer

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Multiple studies out indicate that a patient's response to immune checkpoint blockade may depend on B cells located in special structures within the tumor.

Pig virus is easily transmitted among chickens and turkeys

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The first animal study of a pig virus' potential to jump to another species shows that the virus, once introduced to a select group of birds, is easily transmitted to healthy chickens and turkeys.

Researchers discover novel potential target for drug addiction treatment

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New research discovers a novel potential target for treating drug addiction through 'the hidden stars of the brain.'

Mutations in donors' stem cells may cause problems for cancer patients

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A new study suggests that extremely rare, harmful genetic mutations present in healthy donors' stem cells -- though not causing health problems in the donors -- may be passed on to cancer patients receiving stem cell transplants, potentially creating health pr…

Beauty sleep could be real, say body clock biologists

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Biologists have explained for the first time why having a good night's sleep really could prepare us for the rigors of the day ahead.

Possible mystery virus in China could spread between humans, officials say

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Despite the development, officials said the risk remains low.

New algorithm predicts gestational diabetes

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Timely prediction may help prevent the condition using nutritional and lifestyle changes.

Drinking 1% rather than 2% milk accounts for 4.5 years of less aging in adults

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A new study shows drinking low-fat milk -- both nonfat and 1% milk -- is significantly associated with less aging in adults.

How cells assemble their skeleton

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Microtubules, filamentous structures within the cell, are required for many important processes, including cell division and intracellular transport. A research team recently discovered how the spiral-shaped, modular microtubules are formed and how their forma…

Obesity crisis blamed for a rise in fatty liver disease amongst young adults

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One in five young people have fatty liver disease (steatosis), with one in 40 having already developed liver scarring (fibrosis), new research has found. The study is the first to attempt to determine the prevalence of fatty liver disease and fibrosis in young…

Less Sex Could Mean Earlier Menopause

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British researchers who tracked the sex lives and menopausal status of nearly 3,000 American women for a decade found that those who had less sex were more likely to begin menopause at an earlier age.

Probiotics: Don't Buy the Online Hype

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The research found that of 150 websites that came up with a search of probiotics, most were commercial sites, hoping to sell a product.

California cyclist hit by truck, nearly killed, befriends driver who hit him: Bitterness 'doesn't he…

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A California man and avid cyclist who was hit by a truck last May and suffered serious injuries as a result - some of which he is still recovering from - can personally attest to the power of forgiveness.

BPA activates immune response in mice that passes down through generations

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Some plastic food and beverage containers still contain bisphenol A (BPA), which can mimic the hormone estrogen. Although experts say that small amounts of BPA detected in foods are unlikely to cause problems, some people worry that constant low-level exposure…

Women's blood vessels age faster than men's

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Many medical experts have long believed that women simply 'catch up' to men in terms of their cardiovascular risk, but new research shows for the first time that women's blood vessels age at a faster rate than men's. The findings could help to explain why wome…

Father finds cancerous lump while helping daughter with homework about lymphatic system

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A British father who was helping his daughter study for a biology test made a shocking discovery when the pair was reviewing the body's lymphatic system: a cancerous lump.

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How a 3D Prostate Treatment Can Prove to Be Highly Efficient

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Surgical treatments can be uncomfortable and can also take a lot of time to recover from and that is the reason why many treatments are taking new nonsurgical turns. This has become the case with prostate cancer or enlargements where the 3D treatment has becom…

5 Habits That Can Help You Prevent Night Sweating

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People say that night sweats resulting from the after-effects of illnesses can never be tamed and it is seldom that people can sleep peacefully at night. Even though night sweats are something you cannot control especially when you have contacted health issues…

The Advanced Life Prop Up Systems Are Available In Our Vedanta Air Ambulance Guwahati

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We provide them with the most competitive fare and under the pocket budget cost of air ambulance by which they can get their patients transferred in no time as per their requirements. We provide 24/ 7 hours into 365 days of emergency service from one city to a…

Knee, Ankle, and Foot

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The lower extremity has a significant impact on your ability to move within your world. A series of moving links (hip, knee and ankle joints) work cooperatively in dynamic and static states. This capacity affords us the opportunity to proficiently move, perfor…

All Basic And Advanced Life-Saving Equipment In Vedanta Air Ambulance From Mumbai

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Our company operates Charter Air Ambulance in Delhi at a competitive price. We follow guidelines of DGCA to operate Services in India. We are also a pioneer in different types of patient transfer services such as commercial stretcher, train and ground ambulanc…

What Causes a Muscle to Tighten Up?

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Waking with a muscle that has tightened into a spasm, or worse yet, trying to sleep with a sore, aching and tight muscle can be quite painful and frustrating. Learn some of the causes and treatment options for muscle spasm.

Can A Chiropractor Help With Sports Injuries?

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Chiropractors specialise in the treatment of disorders of the musculoskeletal system. They use various techniques to treat common ailments arising from musculoskeletal disorders, including generalised back pain, leg pain, neck pain, arm pain, headaches, sacroi…

How Chiropractic Care Can Help All Your Family

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Contrary to popular belief, chiropractic care isn't just for adults who are suffering from back pain. Chiropractic treatments can be used to treat a wide range of ailments and improve the health of your entire family.

Rett Syndrome - Symptoms and Awareness

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Rett syndrome is a neurodevelopmental disorder, which affects the normal growth and development of a kid. Even though the Rett syndrome affects girls to a major extent, boys cannot move out of the risk. Each year October is the month for Rett syndrome awarenes…

Can Vaping Actually Help Quit Smoking Cigarettes?

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Experts are of the opinion that people who use some kind of assistive methods improve their odds of success. It is not advisable to quit smoking cold turkey, which means without any medicine or counseling. Nicotine withdrawal is difficult and those who decide …

Huey Lewis Suffered An Attack of Meniere's Syndrome Causing Loss of Hearing and Balance

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Huey Lewis the popular R&B singer recently cancelled all future concert dates when he suffered an attack of Meniere's Syndrome. "The doctors believe I have Meniere's disease and have agreed that I can't perform until I improve," Said Mr. Lewis. The condition c…

6 Home Remedies to Treat the Bacterial Vaginosis

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Typically, bacterial vaginosis is a type of vaginal infection. It occurs because of the overgrowth of bacteria. Naturally, the vaginal area has both good and bad bacteria.

Relocate Your Emergency Patient From Kolkata To Anywhere By Vedanta Air Ambulance

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We have picked up trust with years of diligent work and can offer commendable administrations to move your friends and family anywhere generally or simply with no bother. We've got wind of correspondence frameworks which will assist you to reach for us foursqu…

Reasons Why a Career in Medical Coding and Billing Have Become So Popular

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The medical industry can be counted as one of the most difficult fields to enter. This is due to the long periods of training and courses to excel in this field. We tend to forget, however, that other than being a physician or a specialist, there are many othe…

Electronic Medical Records: Ensuring Effective Treatment and Patient Safety

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With a wide digital advent across every industry, it is no surprise that the medical and healthcare field has followed suit. Most work in a healthcare facility is done online using the various softwares and tools. Similarly, recordkeeping in the hospital or a …

Medical Coding: A Career in the Healthcare Industry to Look Out for

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There are plenty of opportunities when it comes to the field of medicine, with a recent demand in medical coding and billing. Medical coding has become a very important part of operations in the healthcare facilities and various other medical requirements such…

How Medical Coding Is Helping the Healthcare Industry?

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Medical coding has become one of the most crucial parts of the healthcare industry these days. These medical codes are used to enhance the overall effectiveness of operations in this industry. There are different types of codes that are used for different type…

Shoulder, Thorax & Thoracic Spine

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The shoulder & pectoral girdle has 3 bones, 3 joints, and 1 articulation. The chest cavity, or thorax, consists of 12 vertebrae connected to 12 pairs of ribs which connects to the sternum in the front of the body. The thorax forms an elastic but firm cavity th…

Eyelash Growth Benefits of Organic Castor Oil

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Organic castor oil is a pale yellow color and pure vegetable oil that is obtained from castor oil plant seeds. This oil is gained in a large amount from India and Africa as the climate conditions are suitable for growth of this plant so this plant is grown on …

Probiotics for Healthy Mouth Cavity

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Probiotics have got beneficial effects on the health of humans. This is because they have an action mechanism that is related to the capability to compete for adhesion sites with microorganisms that are pathogenic. It is this potential that probiotics have tha…

Why Is Plant Oil an Ideal Health Choice?

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Plant oils are usually extracted from different plants, especially the seeds. Just like most fats, the oils help to make food palatable, and can be used for purposes of cooking. There are many varieties of plant oils today and there seems to be no end in sight…

What Ingredient Manufacturers Should Guarantee When Selling Products

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When you are buying food or beverages, it is important that you can do it with great confidence with regard to the quality. The manufacturer should guarantee a couple of things before they even introduce a product into the market.

Electronic Medical Records and Their Advantages

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As the name suggests, electronic medical records refer to the soft copies of health records. Since it reduces the use of paper and other stuff, people can enjoy a lot of benefits. For instance, you can access these records on demand, which can save you a lot o…

Nutraceutical Manufacturer's Regulations

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Nutraceutical manufacturers have a unique space between consumables regulations and consumer products. How people intend to use the Nutraceutical has to be considered as drugs. However, manufacture of dietary supplements is separate from pharmaceuticals. For t…

28 Tips To Energize Your Life

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To Revitalize You, To Say Good-Bye To Fatigue. Eat properly - Nutritious meals are number one in the battle against fatigue. Get up early - too much sleep can reduce your life expectancy.

The Benefits Associated With Eating Eggshells

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We all understand how important it is to get the appropriate daily nutrient requirements. While some people do not have any hard time getting all they need daily, some struggle with the same. Sometimes this is because of very restrictive diets, a low food inta…

Benefits Associated With Curcumin and Turmeric

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Turmeric is one of the most effective and greatest nutritional supplements in the world. This is according to many studies that have been conducted on it. It has some amazing benefits to the brain and the body that cannot be ignored. Some of the evidence of th…

Using Eggshell Calcium

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Today, consumers are quite aware of their surroundings and what they eat. This is why most people are trying to fund healthy treats and supplements to stay fit in a world where health issues keep on popping up. If you are dealing with calcium deficiency issues…

Keeping the Mouth Healthy With Oral Probiotics

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We can define probiotics as healthy bacteria that are mostly known to have a positive impact on our digestive health. According to research, it has been noted that the probiotics are also important in keeping the mouth healthy as well. Even though the relevant…

Medical Coding Statistics and How It Helps in Public Health Improvement

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Medical coding is like translation. People behind medical coding take medical reports and convert them into a set of codes. In a medical claim, these codes play a great role. In this article, we are going to take a look at medical coding and the relevant stati…

How Can I Reduce My Child's Fever Without Using Medicine?

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If your kid has a fever and you don't have access to ibuprofen or acetaminophen, you can give a go to a non-medical approach to reduce your kid's fever. Here it's important to keep in mind that lowering your kid's fever can't help you cure the underlying probl…

Phentermine: An Effective Drug for Weight Loss in an Organic Way

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Weight gain and obesity is a major problem these days, and the basic reason behind it is a bad lifestyle. However, with proper diet, calorie counting, and exercise one can reduce their weight effectively if one follows a strict routine. But many times it is se…

How to Overcome Jet-Lag Quickly and Easily

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Your body has a biological clock which can easily go out of balance when you change time zones or simply when have a late night out. In this article I explain how you can reset your body clock quickly and easily.

A Simple Method to Cure Cold or the Flu

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It is accepted that the common cold is caused by viruses such as the rhinovirus and can be transmitted from one infected individual to the other. The cold viruses are easily spread by one human coughing or sneezing in the air surrounding a healthy subject. Acc…

Wake up, people: You're fooling yourself about sleep, study says

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Hey, sleepyheads. What you believe about sleep may be nothing but a pipe dream.

Introduction to Different Types of Surgery

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In a surgical procedure, incisions are made in order to treat a disease or injury. The tissues are cut to allow the required manipulation. Surgery is of different types, and they are divided into different classes on the basis of many factors like the surgery …

Better Health Through BALANCE!

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Most of us have heard, the advice, Everything in moderation! Those, who seek, immediate, easy results, when it comes to living a happier, healthier life, are generally disappointed, because it requires a BALANCE of a variety of actions, including enhancing one…

What Are Warts and How They Can Be Removed Effectively?

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What are warts? When the system is infected with Human Papillomavirus (HPV) viruses, then these viruses cause excessive skin cell growth. When there is cellular growth on the skin on a particular location, it shows up a protruded bump which is rough and thick.

All You Need to Know Regarding CBD Oil

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CBD stands for cannabidiol oil. It is used to treat different symptoms even though its use is rather controversial. There is also some confusion as to how exactly the oil affects our bodies.

What Considerations to Be Kept in Mind While Buying Water Dispensers?

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Many of us are ignorant of the fact that a water cooler and a water dispenser are entirely different things. While water cooler cools water a dispenser may or may not. The market today is flooded with water dispensers and offers an extensive list to choose fro…

With Ho'oponopono You Can Delete the Mental Files That Cause Depression

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"Instead of getting depressed, it is easier to be in our natural state of happiness, and it is very easy to achieve it." It's World Health Day on April 7 and this year's theme is depression. According to the World Health Organization, this condition shockingly…

What Really Is CBD and How Does It Work?

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CBD is the short form for cannabidiol. It is an important phytocannabinoid that is found in the hemp and is known to support the mind and the body in lots of different ways. CBD products in the shape of Cachets also contain cannabinoids, which have CBD extract…

7 Medical Benefits of Marijuana

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In this article, we are going to talk about a few medical benefits of marijuana that you can enjoy if you have a medical prescription. In other words, we are going to shed some light on the positives on the basis of scientific research. Marijuana is not recomm…

Here Are Some Natural Remedies for Ovarian Cysts That You Can Do in Your Home

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What are ovarian cysts? This condition is so common that it affects 25% of the women. Cysts happen to be pockets of sacs filled with fluid which can be on the insides or on the surface of the ovaries.

Here Are Some Natural Remedies for Bacterial Vaginosis That You Can Do in Your Home

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What is bacterial vaginosis? Bacterial vaginosis happens to be an infection that affects the vagina and is caused as a result of overgrowth of the bacteria. The vagina itself has a natural environment that contains both bad and good kinds of bacteria.

Urgent Care: What Is It and When Should You Seek It?

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you seek it? Our body consists of many highly sophisticated systems, which are sometimes prone to dysfunction. Even the fittest person can face a sudden illness or accident needing immediate help. When such a situation presents itself before you or any of your…

Stay Fit, Achieve Big

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Sportswear or active wear is something that every woman has or wants to have in their wardrobe. This specifically includes all sports garments which can be used for casual clothing too, depending on mood like leggings, sports bra, boots, crop tops, and swimsui…

Stomach Problems: Do Some Peoples Childhoods Set Them Up To Have Stomach Problems?

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When someone experiences pain in an area of their body, it can make it hard for them to be in the present moment. Their attention can end up being consumed by this area of their body.

Teens' Best Friend? Kids with Dogs Exercise More

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Teens with dogs exercise vigorously 15 more minutes a week than teens without pets.

Brain Development May Start With Surprisingly Bad Wiring

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Neurons in the cerebellum form a surprising number of bad connections during development, according to a study in mice.

Heart Scan Radiation Linked to Small Rise in Cancer Risk

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But the benefits of getting a heart scan after a heart attack likely outweigh potential cancer risks, experts say.

US Loses Its Fat Supremacy

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Bad news is Americans aren't getting any thinner.

Drug Abusers Can't Read Faces, Study Suggests

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Abusers had trouble identifying wrath, disgust, fear and sadness by facial expression.

Brain Stimulation Sparks Insight

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By stimulating one part of study subjects' brains and inhibiting another part, researchers got three times as many insightful solutions.

Polygamous Mice Are Better Breeders

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Monogamous mice have weak sperm and are less successful mates.

False Advertising: Vitamin Water Isn't a Flu Vaccine

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Glaceau's new ad campaign claims zinc and vitamin C in Vitamin Water help prevent colds and flu. Life's Little Mysteries' expert checks those facts.

Long-Shot GOP Budget Proposal Would Slash Science Funding

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The thriftiest of Republican budget proposals would dramatically reduce spending in federal agencies dedicated to science.

Human Genome Turns 10: 5 Lessons Learned

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Experts talk about what we've learned about us from the human genome and what mysteries still remain.

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Although the fever and aches feel terrible, most people don't die from the flu. CNN's Elizabeth Cohen explains how this common illness can turn lethal.

A teen's final days with the flu

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On Christmas Day, 16-year-old Kaylee Roberts opened presents at her aunt's house in suburban Cleveland, joyfully celebrating the holiday and laughing with her cousins. By New Year's Eve, she was dead.

CDC to screen at three US airports for signs of new virus from China

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More than 100 staffers from the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention are being deployed to three US airports to check passengers arriving from Wuhan, China, for fever and other symptoms of a mysterious new virus that's killed two and infected dozens i…

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A new virus found in Wuhan, China, has killed a small number of people in the country. The virus has also been detected in Japan and Thailand.

Lawmakers around the nation are proposing bills for -- and against -- vaccinations

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At a time when almost everything is politicized, vaccination has planted itself squarely on the national stage, where a push and pull between science and skepticism is playing out in statehouses across the country.

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Suicide rates among teens spiked after Netlfix show "13 Reasons Why" released in 2017, according to a new study.

Did '13 Reasons Why' lead to a spike in adolescent suicides? Researchers are divided

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When Netflix debuted "13 Reasons Why" in 2017, some mental health experts argued the show was "dangerous" for its depiction of teen suicide.

Flu has killed 39 children this season, but virus activity continues to decline

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Flu activity in the United States declined in the week ending January 11, according to new data from the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. It was the second consecutive week that saw a drop.

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