MEDICINE & HEALTH

The Grossest Hero of the Body: How Mucus Fights Bacteria

MEDICINE & HEALTH 10.16.2019 04:55 AM

New research looks into how mucus plays a key role in fighting drug- and antibiotic-resistant bacteria.

You Can Lose Weight By Crying? Let The Experts Explain

10.15.2019 04:38 AM

A recent study showed that crying can contribute to weight loss, and the best time to cry is from 7pm to 10pm.

Mooove Over: Breast Milk’s Antimicrobial and Anti-inflammatory Effects are Superior to Cow's Milk

10.12.2019 06:08 AM

A study from the University of Iowa shows that beastfeeding is still best for babies, after all. It's a common notion that breastfeeding your babies is essential to their health, but why is this the case? What makes it different from other types of milk or infant formula? The secret may lie in just one compound that breastmilk is rich in.

Is Financial Security a Factor for Good Mental Health?

10.12.2019 05:33 AM

Keeping mental health at an optimum is as important as physical health. Too often this may be taken for granted and at times is very detrimental to the individual. Our mind is connected to the body, and if the mind fails, then problems are sure to follow!

Surviving stroke: Why it is important to spot signs of a stroke earlier

10.11.2019 08:32 AM

Stroke is one of the leading causes of death in the US, and it is important to know what signs to look for in order to get help immediately.

CDC: STDs at an all-time high

10.11.2019 07:19 AM

The Center for Disease Control reported that cases of chlamydia, gonorrhea, and syphilis have gone up.

Truly man's best friend: How dogs can make you live longer

10.11.2019 07:09 AM

Two recent studies have shown that recovery from heart attacks and strokes is much more prevalent in dog owners.

CDC urges public to stop vaping after confirmed lung illness reports from 33 states

10.10.2019 13:29 PM

Multiple states are now banning e-liquid as 450 people were reported to have lung injury and six people have died.

Soft robotics: Self-healing material sees applications in artificial muscles

10.10.2019 04:54 AM

Researchers from Carnegie Mellon University and the University of Texas are working on liquid metal–liquid crystal elastomers as a possible material for artificial muscles and other wearable technology.

Dengue Outbreak in Nepal: About 8000 Patients Diagnosed

10.09.2019 07:04 AM

8000 patients have been diagnosed with dengue in Nepal in the last four months. Climate change is affecting the world in various alarming ways. And the spread of dengue fever is one of them.

Hypoxia Researchers Awarded 2019 Nobel Prize in Medicine

10.09.2019 06:23 AM

For their work in understanding how our cells adapt to oxygen levels, researchers Kaelin, Ratcliffe, and Semenza are awarded the Nobel Prize in Medicine.

Food Babe Shows Shocking Differences Between UK and US Ingredients Used in their Foods

10.08.2019 06:36 AM

Vani Hari, also known as Food Babe, released an article that showed the difference between UK and US food ingredients and it quickly went viral.

Printed Wearable Electronics Could Be Key to Biosensors, Smart Bandages, and Electronic Tattoos

10.08.2019 06:16 AM

New electronic printing technique opens doors for customized medical bandages and wearable diagnostic tools, as well as the mass dream of electronic tattoos.

Don't Get In: Hot Tubs Primary Suspect in Legionella Outbreak

10.08.2019 05:34 AM

Hot tubs in big state fairs are now considered to be the primary cause of a Legionnaires disease outbreak in North Carolina.

Beware of Sipping: Your Cup of Tea Could Be Filled with Microplastics

10.07.2019 06:07 AM

A study shows that grocery-bought plastic teabags release billions of microplastics into your warm cup of tea.

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