Why are British women being denied new wonder birth control pill?
Why is the NHS denying women access to a revolutionary birth control pill that can be taken at any time during a 24-hour period? The progestogen only Slynd pill has fewer side effects than conventional pills Normal contraceptive pills can…
Read MoreStudy suggests recent common cold may actually lead to worse COVID-19 disease
A new study published in the Journal of Infectious Diseases shines an unexpected light on the notion that pre-existing immunity to common cold coronaviruses can protect us from coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) – and reveals that this may actually put…
Read MoreSequoia Project issues health IT recommendations for next crisis
The Sequoia Project’s Emergency Preparedness Information Workgroup, which comprises states, federal partners, health information exchanges and others, released a white paper this week outlining lessons learned from the COVID-19 pandemic and health IT recommendations for the future. The paper, Pandemic…
Read MoreGenetic analysis reveals eosinophilic colitis as a unique disease
A condition called eosinophilic colitis is distinct from other, similar eosinophilic gastrointestinal diseases and inflammatory bowel disease, according to a genetic analysis published in Gastroenterology. The findings provide basis for improved diagnosis and treatment, according to Nicoleta Arva, MD, PhD,…
Read MoreThe secret’s in the spikes: Exploring omicron’s ability to escape antibodies
Virologists thought they had seen the worst of SARS-CoV-2’s variants when delta emerged in the spring of 2021, but by fall a new one was in circulation with a slew of spike protein mutations that took the scientific community off…
Read MoreNocturnal teeth grinding may damage temporomandibular joints
Nocturnal teeth grinding and clenching of the upper and lower jaw are known as sleep bruxism and can have a number of consequences for health. In dental science, the question of whether sleep bruxism is associated with the development or…
Read MoreNYC to Lift Indoor Vaccine Mandate, School Mask Mandate
Editor’s note: Find the latest COVID-19 news and guidance in Medscape’s Coronavirus Resource Center. New York City, which was the first city to require COVID-19 vaccinations for indoor spaces, will lift its mandate for businesses, indoor dining, and events on…
Read MoreGiada De Laurentiis' Colorful Pasta Recipe Is the Perfect Way to Greet Springtime
If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, SheKnows may receive an affiliate commission. Greet the spring season with a delectable, colorful pasta from Giada De Laurentiis’ pantry. On March 4, De Laurentiis…
Read MoreStudy says improvements needed in care for people with prediabetes
According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, prediabetes is a serious health condition in which blood sugar levels are higher than normal, but not high enough to meet the threshold for type 2 diabetes. If diagnosed early,…
Read MoreProstate cancer symptoms: What colour is your urine? The key changes that may be a warning
Prostate cancer: Dr Philippa Kaye discusses symptoms 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. You…
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