MEDICINE & HEALTH

Developing Coronavirus Vaccines Are Harming Shark Species

MEDICINE & HEALTH 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.

James Drake on How Concussion Research Could Accelerate the Hunt for an Alzheimer’s Cure

09.27.2020 12:34 PM

Alzheimer's disease (AD) is devastating for the millions of people who are diagnosed, as well as their families and carers. The Dementia Statistics Hub from Alzheimer's Research UK concludes that Alzheimer's is the leading cause of death in the UK and, unfortunately, the numbers are only on the rise. Globally, we can expect the number of people living with Alzheimer's and other dementias to increase from 50 million in 2018 to 152 million by 2050.

Texas Lifts Warning for Brain-Eating Microbe for All but One City

09.27.2020 08:40 AM

Local authorities in the state of Texas on Saturday have already lifted the water warning against a dangerous brain-eating amoeba in its tap waters - for the entire state except for one community near Houston.

New Study Shows Positive Impact of Having Pets During Lockdown

09.27.2020 08:20 AM

Having a pet is linked to better mental health and reduced loneliness levels during the lockdown period, a new study shows.

Man Dies from a Rare Brain-Eating Amoeba Found in Soil

09.27.2020 08:00 AM

An 82-year-old man from Georgia has reportedly died after infection from an amoeba linked to soil, according to a new report.

The Science of Weight Loss: Cutting Down on Carbohydrates Through Simple Ways

09.26.2020 14:49 PM

Can't get carbs out of your diet? Here's what you can do to effectively cut carbohydrates from your diet while losing a fair amount of weight.

Heart Attack Grill Displays Cremated Remains of Past Customer as New Marketing Tool

09.26.2020 07:50 AM

Heart Attack Grill is proving its name by displaying cremains of a past customer that has died eating at the restaurant.

The Psychology Behind Man Caves & She Sheds

09.26.2020 07:40 AM

A man's feeling of needing a "man cave" is connected to an emotional level and is also considered a form of self-expression. More recently, women have been seeking the female equivalent, or what is more popularly known as a "she shed."

9 Ways to Prevent Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

09.25.2020 23:44 PM

Carpal tunnel syndrome can be prevented by following these 9 simple things to reduce stress and strain on your hands and wrists.

FDA Warns Against Potential Mercury Exposure from Dental Amalgams

09.25.2020 22:53 PM

The FDA sets new guidelines of the use of dental amalgams, warning a certain high-risk group of potential adverse effects of exposure to mercury. Several European countries have already banned the use of mercury-based dental fillings.

Y Chromosomes Shed Light Why Men Function Differently Than Women

09.25.2020 09:30 AM

Chromosomes contain the DNA which holds the genetic material. A new study on Y chromosomes sheds light on why men suffer differently than women from diseases like COVID-19.

MRI Imaging Reveals Evidence of Dissociative Symptoms Linked to Childhood Trauma

09.25.2020 08:50 AM

Childhood trauma can result in several health issues during adulthood such as dissociative symptoms and PTSD. Research from McLean Hospital reveals how MRI scans provide evidence of dissociative symptoms.

New Research Shows How Deep Learning Can Help Advance Neural Degeneration Studies

09.25.2020 08:40 AM

Artificial intelligence (AI) and deep learning models can help advance research on neural degeneration, showing its capabilities in identifying and categorizing its forms on a model organism.

Novavax To Begin Phase 3 of Trials, Hopes To Soon Combine COVID-19 and Flu Vaccines

09.25.2020 08:20 AM

Novavax's vaccine candidate has produced the highest number of antibodies according to vaccine experts. As they enter the final stage of human trials, they will also be testing some participants with the flu vaccine at the same time.

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