MEDICINE & HEALTH

Diabetes Drug May Be Effective Treatment for ALS

MEDICINE & HEALTH 07.21.2020 06:27 AM

In a breakthrough discovery, metformin is found to be effective not only for diabetic patients, but for those with a genetic mutation that results in a specific form of ALS, or C9-ALS. Scientists are already in phase 2 of trials.

New Interpretation of Darwin’s Theory: Friendliness and Cooperation Is the Most Successful Strategy in Survival

07.21.2020 05:51 AM

A new book entitled Survival of the Friendliest by the researchers from Duke University said that dogs are 'exhibit A' when it comes to the benefits of cooperation in evolution.

Stop the Fog: 3 Tips on How to Wear Face Masks with Glasses

07.21.2020 04:40 AM

Do wearing a face masks give you a hard time because of your glasses? Check out these tips to prevent your glasses from fogging up when wearing masks.

[COVID-19 Update] How Does the Weather Affect Covid-19 Droplets?

07.20.2020 23:30 PM

Scientists are using aerodynamics and physics to measure how droplets spread in various environments. They've discovered how dependent respiratory droplets are on the weather.

[COVID-19 Update] Coronavirus Symptoms Can Predict Which Will Lead to a Severe Case, Says Study

07.20.2020 23:06 PM

A new study from King's College London suggests that coronavirus symptoms predict whether a patient will develop a severe case of COVID-19.

[COVID-19 Update] Oxford-AstraZeneca and CanSino Coronavirus Vaccine Candidates Deemed Safe and Effective

07.20.2020 22:21 PM

The Oxford-AstraZeneca and CanSino vaccine candidates have both shown promising results in their early trials. As they now both enter phase three clinical trials, experts are hopeful that the vaccine candidates would continue to produce good results.

Pregnant During the Pandemic? 3 Tips to Keep Mom and Baby Safe From the Coronavirus

07.20.2020 06:53 AM

Being pregnant during the coronavirus could seem like a nightmare. Check out these tips to ensure that mom and baby are safe from COVID-19 during these trying times.

3 Healing Properties of Turmeric

07.20.2020 05:46 AM

Turmeric is a versatile spice used for flavor, color, and possesses three important healing properties. Containing the vital compound curcumin, the spice proves to be an effective antioxidant while being antiviral and anti-inflammatory as well.

Clever Salmonella Found a Way of Evading Plant Defenses and Sneaking Into Salads

07.20.2020 05:33 AM

Some strains of salmonella have found a way to evade plant defenses through the stomates of the leafy vegetables which protects them from the immune system of the plant and from being washed off by water.

NIH Director: “Masks Are Not Optional” in Slowing the Coronavirus Spread

07.20.2020 04:58 AM

NIH director, Dr. Francis Collins, discusses issues on why masks are important and why America is facing such problems with surges in COVID-19 cases. Find out why he says masks are not optional by clicking the link above.

Australian Scientists Developed New Antibody Test That Delivers Results in Just 20 Minutes

07.20.2020 02:42 AM

A team of scientists in Australia has developed a new antibody test that can -deliver test results in just 20 minutes. Plus, the result is visible to the naked eye.

Colorado Officials Report the First Human Case of Bubonic Plague

07.20.2020 02:39 AM

A Colorado citizen tested positive for septicemic plague, a rare form of bubonic plague. The expert says that there will be no pandemic of the plague.

Fortified Shellfish May Reduce Vitamin Deficiency Around the World

07.20.2020 00:26 AM

Fortifying shellfish may help with the severe nutrition deficiencies that two billion people around the world suffer from. As a solution, scientists created 'Vitamin Bullets' that make oysters deliver high doses of Vitamin A and D.

Steroid Treatment Proven to be Beneficial for the Immune System of Coronavirus Patients

07.19.2020 22:54 PM

Several studies support steroid treatment for COVID-19 patients as it helps with the recovery and identification of the most severe cases. It is also beneficial for the immune system which has memory cells that recognize the virus.

Skincare for Times of Hormone Hell

07.18.2020 10:47 AM

Moaning about hormones is a human condition. We all do it, at one time or another. Even guys. But hormones are actually very cool things. They are the chemical messengers that tell various bits of your body what to do and when to do it.

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