MEDICINE & HEALTH

Genetic Markers and Immune Response Reveal Origins of PTSD

MEDICINE & HEALTH While Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) has become highly stigmatized as a mental health condition within the armed forces, where soldiers often return home from battle with the debilitating condition, it appears that not only may some soldiers be genetically predisposed to it—some may have immunological reactions that even make it worse. In a new study published this week in the journal Molecular Psychiatry, a team of researchers with the University of Southampton (UK) and University of California, San Diego have uncovered the genetic markers that could theoretically allow them to identify soldiers or patients that may be most at risk, even before they’re deployed at all.

Gonorrhea Causes, Symptoms and Treatment

Overview of the sexually transmitted disease Gonorrhea. Gonorrhea is a sexually transmitted disease (STD) caused by bacterium Neisseria gonorrhoeae. It is also known as the "clap" or "drip".

FDA Issues Warning for the Quit-Smoking Drug Chantix

Chantix has helped many people quit smoking in the years since its release. However, on Monday the U.S. Food and Drug Administration issued a warning about the quit-smoking drug made by Pfizer Inc. According to the FDA, the drug has been associated with seizures and that some patients who drink while taking the drug may become aggressive or even black out.

Herpes Signs and Symptoms: Do You Have Herpes?

all about herpes Herpes is a very common sexually transmitted disease (STD) that is spread largely by unprotected sexual activity. It is caused by herpes simplex virus type 1 or HSV- type 2.

Retirement Is Bad For Your Health, New Study Shows

In May 2013, the Institute of Economic Affairs published a report on the Retirement. According to the report, the retirement can increase the chances of depression and despair by 40%.

Genital Warts Signs and Symptoms: Do You Have Genital Warts?

this article is written on disease (Genital Wart). Genital warts are a highly contagious disease which is caused by the Human Papillomavirus (HPV). This disease can be easily transmitted from one person to another by sexual contact.

Want To Eliminate Genetic Mutation? Have As Much Sex As You Can

Still looking for more reasons to have sex? Here's one. Recent study suggests that we are superior species and that we are in better state of fighting diseases than ever before. Now is the best time to have more sex and eliminate genetic mutations in our future generations. Read more to know the whole story.

Stem Cells From Wisdom Teeth Could Treat Blindness

So before you get that appointment to remove your wisdom teeth, make sure you read this article because according to recent research, your wisdom teeth can literally help you from permanent blindness.
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