MEDICINE & HEALTH

Connecticut Public Health Officials Warn of Dangerous Bacteria Lurking in Salt, Brackish Waters

MEDICINE & HEALTH 09.12.2020 22:54 PM

The Department of Public Health (DPH) in the state of Connecticut has issued a warning for dangerous bacteria in the shores of the Long Island Sound following an increase in infections, Saturday, September 12.

VLA15 May be the First Vaccine Against Lyme Disease

09.11.2020 23:46 PM

Thousands of Americans and Europeans develop Lyme disease every year. Biotech company Valneva has been developing what may be the world's first vaccine, VLA15, against Lyme disease.

Citizen Scientists Still Test Fukushima For Radiation

09.11.2020 22:45 PM

Citizens in Fukushima are testing soil samples for radiation in the "grandma and grandpa lab" in an effort to help regain a sense of control.

COVID-19 Miracle: Doctors Uncover How a Father's Brain Adapted to Coronavirus

09.11.2020 09:20 AM

Doctors have set out to study the brain of a 31-year-old father of two, reported as the youngest to suffer a stroke due to coronavirus.

First Case of Parasitic Soft Ticks Reported in New Jersey

09.11.2020 09:10 AM

Researchers confirm the first case of tick species associated with bats in New Jersey. This raises concern over the diseases the parasite is potentially carrying as it can bite humans too.

First African Swine Flu Case Confirmed Near Germany-Poland Border

09.11.2020 08:50 AM

German authorities confirm the first case of African swine flu in a wild boar. The reported case is a potential threat to Europe's largest hog exporter.

Coconut Oil Pulling Adjuvant to Plaque-Induced Oral Diseases

09.11.2020 08:40 AM

Coconut oil pulling is an ancient Ayurvedic technique that can whiten the teeth and generally improve oral health. In modern times, daily plaque removal is done by brushing the teeth to prevent and control two globally leading oral infections. After all, maintaining oral health is considered a reflection of the person's general well-being.

Remembering 9/11: The Psychology Behind Terrorism

09.11.2020 08:00 AM

Psychologists try to explain the factors that could lead to terrorism like the 9/11 attack on the World Trade Center by Islamic extremist group al-Qaeda.

COVID-19 Etiquette: How to Deal With People Who Refuse to Wear Face Mask

09.11.2020 07:40 AM

Experts share their advice on dealing with people who refuse to follow health protocols during this COVID-19 pandemic.

New Air Purifier, AirSoap, Claims to Kill Viruses HEPA Filters Can't

09.11.2020 00:47 AM

PhoneSoap, an electronics company manufacturing ultraviolet (UV) light sanitizers, has unveiled its new AirSoap air purifier and claims to capture and filter particles HEPA filters can't.

Florida Boy Dies After Contracting Brain-Eating Amoeba From Lake

09.10.2020 23:19 PM

A brain-eating amoeba killed the 13-year-old boy days after swimming at a campground in Florida. A brain-eating amoeba, scientifically known as Naegleria fowleri, killed a 13-year-old boy named Tanner Lake Wall in Florida.

The Social Dilemma: Netflix Explores Social Media Ethics and Effects on Mental Health

09.10.2020 21:25 PM

A recently-released docu-drama on streaming platform Netflix, "The Social Dilemma," examines the abrasive effects of social media platforms on modern society.

The Gut Microbiome and Genes Can Alter in Space

09.10.2020 09:00 AM

The overall health of astronauts is affected by alterations in the gut microbiome due to space's harsh conditions. Genes can also be altered, such as changes in bone structure and in the immune system.

Passing Out Drunk Could Double Risks of Dementia

09.10.2020 08:40 AM

A new study warns that losing consciousness from alcoholic excess, or passing out drunk, may double risks of developing dementia later in life.

Parabon Nanolabs Faces Controversy for Using Supposedly Private DNA Database to Identify Criminals

09.10.2020 07:40 AM

Parabon Nanolabs was the most famous forensic-genetics company worldwide using DNA to track down offenders, but controversy has turned its world upside down.

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