MEDICINE & HEALTH

Survey Shows Alcohol Consumption During Pandemic Drastically Increases

MEDICINE & HEALTH 09.30.2020 08:00 AM

Alcohol consumption in the United States has significantly increased during the pandemic. Experts raise concerns over physical and mental health issues, particularly in women.

Genetic Switch in Early Development Can Activate Skin Repair Without Scarring

09.30.2020 00:04 AM

Skin regeneration is a natural part of our biological makeup, but unlike other animals that can regrow limbs, mammals heal with scarring. Scientists discovered a genetic expression in baby mice that promotes skin regeneration without scarring.

Lack of Sleep Among Americans Worse For Men, Says Study

09.29.2020 23:58 PM

A study from the University of Oregon examines the possible stereotypical link between sleep habits and masculinity, aiming to understand why men, on average, reportedly get less sleep than women.

5 Ways You Might Be Ruining Your Vision

09.29.2020 21:12 PM

Here are five ways that you could be unknowingly destroying your vision and how it could change your lifestyle.

Why You Should Call in Sick More Often Than You Think – Even if You're Working From Home

09.29.2020 11:50 AM

Working from home allows employees to balance caring responsibilities and other non-work commitments with work demands, as well as reducing commute times and decreasing job-related stress. The benefits to organisations include increased productivity, and a greater flexibility from staff to meet employer needs such as conference calls outside core office hours.

Two Exotic Disease-Carrying Ticks Had Just Been Identified in Rhode Island

09.29.2020 09:10 AM

Disease carrying ticks are dangerous to pets, livestock, and humans as well. Scientists just confirmed two new exotic tick species in Rhode Island

Tattooed Skin Negatively Impacts Sweat Gland Function

09.29.2020 08:50 AM

A new study found that tattooed skin does not sweat as much as non-tattooed skin, which may have implications for heat-related injury.

A New Study Traces Development of Gill Covers in Fishes

09.29.2020 08:40 AM

Researchers have reportedly identified a genome change that led to the evolution of gill covers more than 430 million years ago.

Introducing Gluten to 4-Month Old Babies May Help Prevent Coeliac Disease

09.29.2020 08:30 AM

Coeliac disease is a common autoimmune disease affecting nearly 1 out of 100 healthy Americans. A new study reveals that early introduction to gluten as early as four months old may prevent developing coeliac disease.

Rotating Workouts Is Necessary in Maintaining a Healthy Body

09.28.2020 23:36 PM

Physical activity changes the body, and it would be better if workouts do not remain stagnant at one routine to make it easier to achieve a healthy body.

How Important Is It to Be Well-Hydrated?

09.28.2020 16:29 PM

You might, in the general sense know that staying well-hydrated is important, but how much are you prioritizing it?

Tom Chang MD’s Tips For Eye Health During The Pandemic

09.28.2020 09:12 AM

The global COVID-19 pandemic has certainly elicited changes in just about every avenue of life. Through evolving conditions and recommendations, countless individuals have taken various measures to ensure their safety, health, financial stability, and wellness.

China: 16 Dead From Carbon Monoxide Poisoning in Coal Mine Accident

09.28.2020 08:50 AM

Carbon monoxide used in mining can be extremely hazardous to all personnel, and that is exactly what happened to 16 Chinese coal miners who died after being exposed to unsafe levels of carbon monoxide.

Developing Coronavirus Vaccines Are Harming Shark Species

09.28.2020 08:30 AM

As vaccines candidates are being developed to cure coronavirus, some developers use squalene - an ingredient found in shark liver oil. Wildlife experts fear that millions of sharks may be killed if vaccine developers don't look for alternative sources.

Scientists Sequence the Genome of Original Penicillin Strain

09.27.2020 22:36 PM

New research on penicillin would hopefully inspire novel solutions in addressing the problem of antibiotic resistance.

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