MEDICINE & HEALTH

Does Lice Like Clean Hair? Does Washing Your Hair Matter to Them or Not?

MEDICINE & HEALTH 11.26.2023 20:03 PM

Is there really a link between head lice infestation and hair cleanliness? Read to find out. It is the general belief that lice prefer hair that is unwashed, but is this really the case? Hair Cleanliness and Lice In reality, there is actually no association between personal hygiene and lice.

How Much Vitamin D Do You Need For Heart Health? Initial Analysis Shows RDA in US Is Too Low For Those With Cardiac Issues

11.26.2023 00:30 AM

The initial analysis of a clinical trial suggests that the recommended vitamin D dietary allowance is too low for reaching optimal vitamin D levels. Read to learn more.

Miniature Wearable Sensors Track Subtle Sounds Inside the Body, Provide Information for Continuous Health Monitoring

11.24.2023 22:56 PM

A team of experts developed the world’s first wearable sensors which can continuously monitor patient health. Learn more about it in this article.

AIS Healthcare Leads the Compounding Industry in Setting Higher Standards for Quality and Safety

11.24.2023 13:12 PM

AIS Healthcare's investments in sterility, safety, and quality provide a model for the compounding industry a decade after the NECC tragedy.

Do Bicycle Helmets Make Cyclists Appear Less Human?

11.24.2023 12:44 PM

In a world where road safety for cyclists is never guaranteed, this piece of recent research is quite alarming: in a survey of over 560 participants, 30% viewed cyclists who were wearing helmets as "less than fully human." Peculiarly, the research showed that cyclists simply wearing a hat were viewed as more human than those wearing a full helmet.

What Is Anaphylaxis? How Can a Person Be Allergic To Exercise?

11.24.2023 11:00 AM

Exercise can induce a severe, life-threatening allergic reaction in a condition known as anaphylaxis. Continue reading the article to find out more.

Can Sperm Cause Yeast Infections? Causes, Symptoms Explained

11.24.2023 10:00 AM

Sperm does not cause yeast infection but may contribute to it. Continue reading to learn more. (Photo: Wikimedia Commons/Ajay Kumar Chaurasiya) Can Sperm Cause Yeast Infections? Causes, Symptoms Explained Some women accused their partners of giving them yeast infections, prompting some to ask if sperm can cause the condition.

Tumor Cell Mutations Might Be Linked to DNA-RNA Hybrids, Lead to Emergence of Carcinogenic Processes

11.24.2023 04:00 AM

Scientists discovered that mutations in tumor cells are frequently associated with DNA-RNA hybrids. Learn more about their discovery in this article.

Unborn Babies Exposed to Language in Womb Could Influence Later Language Learning, Study Suggests

11.24.2023 03:36 AM

A new study highlights the importance of early language, suggesting prenatal language exposure impacts infants' neural activity and influences language learning. Continue reading for more details.

Unusual Syphilis Cluster Emerges in Michigan as Five Women Contract Eye Infections From Common Online Acquaintance

11.24.2023 03:13 AM

Unprecedented eye syphilis cluster in Michigan women tied to one sexual partner sparks concerns about a potential new syphilis variant. Continue reading for more details.

Lidocaine Has Anticancer Properties; Learn How This Local Anesthetic Works [Study]

11.24.2023 02:00 AM

Lidocaine can kill cancer by targeting the one receptor most highly expressed across cancers. Continue reading to learn more.

Blood Sugar Regulation: How Glucagon, Insulin Play Crucial Roles

11.24.2023 00:24 AM

Glucagon and insulin work together when it comes to maintaining and regulating the body's blood sugar levels. Read to learn more.

Vitamin B12 Found To Play a Role in Tissue Regeneration in Ulcer Colitis Treatment, Study Reveals

11.23.2023 23:54 PM

The findings pertaining to the role of vitamin B12 in tissue regenerartion could lead to new opportunities for regenerative medicine. Read to learn more.

Spaceflight Seen To Affect Vascular Tissues Linked to Erectile Dysfunction, Rat Study Reveals

11.23.2023 22:20 PM

Spaceflight effects on vascular tissues linked to erectile dysfunction were observed to last over a year. Read to learn more.

10 Ways You Can Learn About Public Health

11.23.2023 21:00 PM

Public health is a fascinating and vital field, focusing on improving and protecting community health and well-being. It encompasses a broad range of topics, from disease prevention and health promotion to environmental health and emergency response. With the ever-evolving nature of health challenges globally, understanding public health is more important than ever.

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