Health Conditions
Top Exercises to Effectively Reduce Heart Fat and Boost Cardiovascular Health
Cardiovascular disease, an umbrella term for many diseases involving the heart and vascular system, is responsible for the most deaths worldwide. A major cause
Hydroxychloroquine Proves Ineffective for Osteoarthritis Treatment, According to BMJ Study
A study in the the medical journal Trials reports that hydroxychloriquin is no better than a placebo at managing pain caused by osteoarthritis. The
The Surprising Link Between Driving and Sleepiness: What You Need to Know
Find yourself drifting off during a long drive? It might not just be down to fatigue! Researchers investigated the sophorific effect of a purring
Enhancing Traumatic Brain Injury Treatments Through Innovative Diagnostic Biomarkers
Each year, at least 3.5 million Americans seek medical attention for traumatic brain injury (TBI). Unfortunately, the development of therapies is limited by the
Impact of Obesity on ICU Admission Rates in COVID-19 Patients
The coronavirus disease began to spread around the world in 2019. COVID-19 is caused by a SARS-CoV-2 infection that affects the respiratory system.1 COVID-19
Exploring Acetaminophens Impact on Risk-Taking Behavior: What the Research Reveals
Could the use of acetaminophen lead to risk-taking behaviour? Emotional reactions to different stimuli can influence risk perception and, thus, risky behaviours. Acetaminophen, the
Acupuncture for Stroke Recovery: Harnessing Ancient Techniques for Modern Healing
Neural hemorrhaging is a condition with a high mortality rate and invasive conventional treatments. Acupuncture offers a non-invasive alternative that may reduce the negative
Exploring the Link Between Sleep Apnea and Increased COVID-19 Risk
Research indicates a possible link between sleep apnea and COVID-19 risk. In the United States, more than 18 million people suffer from sleep apnea,
The Role of Vitamin D Supplements in Preventing COPD Attacks: What You Need to Know
In a recent study, researchers examined whether vitamin D supplementation may be the key to reducing COPD exacerbations or attacks. Chronic obstructive pulmonary
Understanding SARS-CoV-2 Viral Loads in Infected Patients: Implications for Treatment and Prevention
Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19), caused by the SARS-CoV-2 virus, was first detected in Wuhan, China in December 2019. Since that time, the World Health
Raise Awareness: March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month
Go blue for colorectal cancer Three things signal spring in North America, certain Groundhog keepers have a new warm hat, you might spot the
Exploring the Benefits of SLGT-2 Drugs for Type 2 Diabetes Patients
Researchers at Joslin Diabetes Center found that gliflozin, an SGLT-2 inhibitor, could induce a fasting state in the body to trigger many metabolic benefits.
The Benefits of Fish Consumption for Pregnant Mothers: A Natural Way to Quit Smoking
Pregnancy is a sensitive time for both the mother and fetus. While the mother’s diet is a big focus during pregnancy, the mother’s behavior
The Limitations of Journaling in Addressing Physical Effects of Breast Cancer
A study conducted on a Danish population of breast cancer patients investigates the impact of expressive writing for improved physical outcomes. Emotional expression is
Myelins Role in Neural Stem Cell Therapy for Spinal Cord Injury Repair
Avenues for recovering from spinal cord injury are extremely limited and paralysis could often occur. Recently, researchers in California have been investigating how neural
Transform Your Health with Eco-Friendly Living: Simple Changes That Make a Big Impact
The way people live every day affects their health more than they realize. Many household products, foods, and daily habits expose individuals to toxins
Essential Tips for Protecting Yourself from Environmental Contamination
Environmental contamination exists in various forms, from the water you drink to the air you breathe. This contamination can have serious effects on your
Revolutionary Drug Halts Suicide Cells in Type 2 Diabetes Treatment
Researchers based at the Shanghai Institute of Materia Medica report that blocking a protein called DRAK2, prevents toxic fatty acids from deploying a poison
Finding Purpose in Recovery: Navigating Life Meaningfully with Mental Illness
A recent study sought to understand the concept of living well with mental illness, focusing on the complex process of recovery. There is growing
Understanding Amyloid Plaque Formation and Spread in the Brain
Researchers develop a new way to track where amyloid plaques start in the brain, and where they spread in Alzheimer’s. Alzheimer’s disease is a