Tired mosquitoes would rather catch up on sleep than bite you: By understanding the mosquitoes circadian rhythms, researchers hope to find better ways to prevent infection.
Turns out you’re not the only one who needs a good night’s rest to function well the next day. Researchers with the University of Cincinnati found that mosquitoes whose slumber is disrupted are more interested in catching up on their…
Read MoreAfter 2 Months, a Scarred Shanghai’s COVID-19 Lockdown Ends
SHANGHAI (Reuters) – Following two months of frustration, despair and economic loss, Shanghai’s draconian COVID-19 lockdown ended at midnight on Wednesday morning, prompting celebrations tempered with fear that an outbreak could return. Most of Shanghai’s 25 million residents can now…
Read MoreIndigenous Australians at higher risk of HPV throat cancers
Researchers from the University of Adelaide have found that throat cancers caused by human papilloma virus (HPV), a common sexually transmitted disease, are 15 times more prevalent in Indigenous Australians than young non-Indigenous Australians, and five times the prevalence reported…
Read MoreResurgent COVID-19, flu and other viruses are pushing New Zealands health system to the limit
As Aotearoa New Zealand heads into the colder winter months, the pressures on our health system and staff are growing significantly. On top of the ongoing impact of COVID-19, flu cases have begun to spike. Conditions are also primed for…
Read MoreThe Best Pride-Themed Clothes for Kids
If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, SheKnows may receive an affiliate commission. Happy Pride Month! There’s no better joy than the feeling of being yourself, and children are experts at feeling…
Read MoreSage, Biogen's drug meets main goal in postpartum depression study
FILE PHOTO: A sign marks a Biogen facility in Boston, U.S., March 9, 2020. REUTERS/Brian Snyder(Reuters) – Sage Therapeutics Inc and Biogen’s experimental drug showed improvement in depressive symptoms among women with postpartum depression at day 15, meeting the main…
Read MoreHigh blood pressure: The ‘preventive’ food shown to reduce the risk – consume daily
High blood pressure: Doctor explains benefits of hibiscus tea 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…
Read MoreAsk Billie: “I’m going on holiday, but my body has changed and I’m scared of judgment”
Written by Billie Bhatia Stylist’s columnist Billie Bhatia on how to handle going on holiday with friends when your body has changed throughout the pandemic. “I’m going on holiday with a group of friends and their partners for the first…
Read MoreDiet unlikely to ease progression of osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis
Diet is unlikely to make any difference to the progression of osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis, finds a review of the existing scientific evidence, published in the open access journal RMD Open. While a healthy diet brings other health benefits, any…
Read MoreGabrielle Union Tries Relaxing With Daughter Kaavia & Chaos Ensues In Adorable New Video
Picture this: it’s Memorial Day weekend, you’re soaking up rays by the pool and soft music is playing in the background. The heat on your skin, the three-day weekend, the beginning of summer — it’s pure bliss…until it isn’t. Silly…
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