FDA: Newborns Protected by Whooping Cough Vaccine
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved a whooping cough vaccine that protects newborns under 2 months of age. The federal agency on Friday approved Boostrix for use during the last 3 months of pregnancy to prevent pertussis…
Read More2022 hits 'tragic milestone' of ONE MILLION Covid deaths
Why Covid is not over, even if worst of pandemic is: 2022 hits ‘tragic milestone’ of ONE MILLION virus deaths, World Health Organization says… with a fifth in the US 6.45million deaths have been reported to the WHO since the…
Read MoreMan, 32, was left partially paralyzed after rampant use of 'whippets'
Man, 32, was left partially paralyzed after rampant use of ‘whippets’ caused severe nerve and spine damage A man suffered partial paralysis after he frequently used whippets for a few weeks, according to a report The man went to the…
Read MoreSober October is a 'terrible idea'!
Sober October is a ‘terrible idea’! Experts warn month-long alcohol-free challenge can easily lead to ‘can’t remember November’ EXCLUSIVE: Sober October sees thousands dodge pints and glasses of wine Some cite the health benefits of the challenge, such as boosted…
Read MoreHollywood star Robert Redford’s son died from a cancerous tumour
Dr Nighat says aspirin can reduce risks of some cancers 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…
Read MoreCan ‘random noise’ unlock our learning potential?
Though many of us may seek a quiet place in which to study, “noise” may play a key role in helping some people improve their learning potential. Edith Cowan University (ECU) has investigated the effects of transcranial random noise stimulation…
Read MoreMeeting your daily step goal 'really does prevent illnesses'
Why it really IS important to get your daily steps in: Study finds getting at least 8k a day cuts risk of high blood pressure, sleep apnoea and depression Experts asked 6,000 participants to wear Fitbits for at least 10…
Read MoreSome viruses that cause cancer suppress the immune system with help from common bacteria
Gut bacteria have a profound impact on health by aiding digestion, providing nutrients and metabolites, and working with the immune system to fend off pathogens. Some gut bacteria, however, have been implicated in progression of cancers of the gut and…
Read MoreResearchers describe how birch pollen affects immune cells
Birch pollen is not only a nuisance for allergy sufferers. It can also affect the cells of the innate immune system and make them more susceptible to viral infections. This was now shown by a team of researchers at TWINCORE…
Read MoreWomen with diabetes at an early age likely to enter menopause early
Persons living with diabetes are at greater risk of a number of health conditions including eye and foot problems, heart attacks and strokes, and kidney and nerve damage. A new study suggests that the earlier a woman becomes diabetic, the…
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