These Are the Best States for Gender Health Equality
Looking to make a move for better healthcare? Head to the Northeast and mid-Atlantic regions of the U.S., which have fewer gender disparities in health services including physical, mental, and overall healthcare coverage. According to a new analysis by U.S….
Read MoreFor kids with kidney disease, pediatric expertise is key—but not always close by
Jaxon Green, 6, was diagnosed with kidney disease the day he was born. His illness meant that for years his life would depend on daily dialysis. And because his family lives in Tamaqua, a rural Pennsylvania town, his diagnosis also…
Read MoreHow to workout effectively and safely during pregnancy
There’s an old-fashioned idea that pregnant women should rest up and take it easy during pregnancy. While, of course, rest and relaxation is important – it’s both safe and beneficial to continue to exercise throughout each trimester. It’s worth saying…
Read MoreSARS-CoV-2 envelope structural protein found to form voltage-activated and calcium-activated calcium channels
In a recent study posted to the bioRxiv* preprint server, researchers investigated severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) envelope (E) protein activity in terms of calcium cations (Ca2+) cations. Study: The SARS-CoV-2 envelope (E) protein forms a calcium- and…
Read MoreJabs of bone marrow cells could soothe crippling back pain
Jabs of bone marrow cells into spinal joints could soothe crippling back pain, research suggests A jab containing tiny bubbles of fat could banish back pain. The one-off shot is injected into the spinal joints. It contains a liquid called…
Read MoreSecret structure in the wiring diagram of the brain
In the brain, our perception arises from a complex interplay of neurons that are connected via synapses. But the number and strength of connections between certain types of neurons can vary. Researchers from the University Hospital Bonn (UKB), the University…
Read MoreFriend or foe? How mice decide to make love or war
Dog owners whose pets meet during a walk are familiar with the immediate sniffing investigation that typically ensues. Initially, the owners cannot tell whether their dogs will wind up fighting, playing, or trying to mount each other. Something is clearly…
Read MoreNew research finds a link between chemically straightening hair and cancer
According to new research, the regular use of chemical hair straightening products could contribute to a raised risk of developing cancer. The new study, conducted by the US National Institute of Environmental Health Safety (NIEHS) shows that those who regularly…
Read MoreTTUHSC scientist receives U.S. patent to produce novel nanoantibiotics
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, more than 2.8 million Americans contract antibiotic-resistant bacterial infections each year, and approximately 35,000 of those patients do not survive their infection. In his quest to find solutions to the antibiotic…
Read MoreFit 29 year old ‘surprised’ by ‘bulging’ varicose veins
How the human body can develop varicose veins We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you’ve consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding….
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