MEDICINE & HEALTH

Caffeine-addicted Pregnant Who Drank Nearly Three Liters of Coke Every Day Found Dead on Her Bed in New Zealand

MEDICINE & HEALTH 06.04.2020 14:06 PM

At 15 weeks pregnant, Amy Thorpe had underlying conditions such as epilepsy and depression, later on, died at her home in December 2018.

Scientists Develop Artificial Red Blood Cells That Mimic Natural Ones With Added Extra Abilities

06.04.2020 12:07 PM

Scientists have made synthetic red blood cells possessing all the key features of a natural RBC, which is a first of its kind. These artificial cells were created to mimic the original ones and with a few more provisions.

NZ Prime Minister Jacinta Ardern Promises to End "Period Poverty," Free Pads and Tampons in Schools

06.04.2020 09:20 AM

Pads and tampons will be offered for free in schools across the country to put an end to "Period Poverty." She noted that sanitary supplies are a necessity and not a luxury.

Testicles Can Suffer Damage From Coronavirus Without Actual Infection, Study Says

06.04.2020 05:09 AM

Scientists uncover in new research that coronavirus could damage the testicles even without an actual infection. Previous studies have suggested that testicles could be reservoirs for the virus due to the presence of the protein ACE2, which is known to be where the virus clings.

Updated Autopsy Reveals George Floyd Had Coronavirus: So What Now? How Will It Affect the Investigation?

06.04.2020 02:48 AM

A new detailed autopsy report goes into detail of George Floyd's cause of death. Is coronavirus it?

Bloom Syndrome: Are You a Carrier?

06.04.2020 00:23 AM

Bloom syndrome is a rare genetic disorder that affects fewer than 300 people worldwide. Of those people, about one-third are of Ashkenazi Jewish heritage.

UK Researchers Run 'Liberate' Trial to Test Ibuprofen as COVID-19 Drug Despite Controversies

06.04.2020 00:06 AM

Amidst controversies surrounding ibuprofen, a group of researchers from the UK, is pushing through with a clinical trial to prove that the drug could be beneficial for coronavirus patients. The trial called Liberate aims to determine if the medication could treat breathing difficulties in patients with COVID-19.

“Forever” Chemicals in Drinking Water Found to Cause Early Menopause, Cancers and Other Health Issues: Study

06.03.2020 22:09 PM

A study reveals that around 110 million Americans are exposed to PFAS chemicals, which could be found in drinking water and can cause premature menopause in women. These chemicals are also known as "forever" chemicals since they do not break down in the body and accumulate over some time. In turn, this could cause negative effects on one's health.

Singapore May Face the Biggest Dengue Outbreak Ever This Year Surpassing 2013's 22,000 Cases

06.03.2020 13:31 PM

Since Sunday, 291 cases are added to the number of 9,000 dengue infections in Singapore which is more than double the number last year.

Next on Gilead's Agenda: Inhaled Remdesivir and Other User-Friendly Versions of the Drug

06.03.2020 10:46 AM

Gilead Sciences just finished its phase 3 trials for remdesivir, and the results have been positive. As for the next step, the company seeks to explore making inhaled versions of the drug for early treatment of COVID-19 as well as easier treatment at home.

Can You Target Fat Loss? Scientists Redefine the 'Fat Burning Zone' into a 'Sweet Spot'

06.03.2020 10:20 AM

Scientists explain that the speculated 'fat burning zone' is misunderstood and should be redefined as a 'sweet spot.'

Advanced Wound Imaging Revolutionizing Wound Care For Clinicians

06.03.2020 09:44 AM

Wound care is an important part of medicine for clinicians and patients alike. Having the ability to accurately assess and document wounds can help clinicians create a detailed care plan, as well as speed recovery of the wound.

Forensic Pathologists Confessed Biggest Revelations While Performing Autopsy

06.03.2020 08:18 AM

Check out these real-life stories of forensic pathologists and autopsy doctors and discover their world of exploring dead bodies in morgues. Professionals share their personal stories on the social media platform, Reddit, and uncover some shocking revelations. Click the link above to read more.

Bioengineered Miniature Human Livers Have Been Successfully Transplanted Into Ill Rats

06.03.2020 06:41 AM

Scientists have bioengineered miniature human livers and successfully transplanted them into rats with impaired immune systems.

Studies That Most Likely Led WHO to Halt Hydroxychloroquine Covid-19 Trials Are Under Fire Amid Questionable Data From Surgisphere

06.03.2020 06:38 AM

Some studies published under clinical journals are under fire after it was revealed that the data used in their papers were deemed questionable. The said data were provided by a company called Surgisphere, which has yet to release a statement about the issue. Click the link above to learn more.

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