Fungal infections- common in toenails and fingernails have typical symptoms including discoloration, a thick and brittle appearance, crumbly edges and a
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Vaginal problems diminish quality of life but often go unreported
With symptoms such as dryness, burning, or itching of the vagina, vulvovaginal atrophy is estimated to affect up to 98%
Surgical menopause leads to increased sleep issues
Insomnia is one of the most common symptoms of menopause, with nearly 20% of postmenopausal women reporting sleep disturbances. A
Health Tip: Prevent Temper Tantrums
Temper tantrums are a way of getting attention and expressing displeasure among younger kids who can’t express their needs or
Visualizing ‘unfurling’ microtubule growth
Living cells depend absolutely on tubulin, a protein that forms hollow tube-like polymers, called microtubules, that form scaffolding for moving
E-Alerts Dramatically Cut Heart Attack Rate for People Hospitalized With A-Fib
A simple pop-up alert on a computer screen could help save the brains and hearts of many hospital-bound people with an
Synthetic DNA-delivered antibodies protect against Ebola in preclinical studies
Scientists at The Wistar Institute and collaborators have successfully engineered novel DNA-encoded monoclonal antibodies (DMAbs) targeting Zaire Ebolavirus that were
Pain can be a self-fulfilling prophecy
Expect a shot to hurt and it probably will, even if the needle poke isn’t really so painful. Brace for
Can scientists change mucus to make it easier to clear, limiting harm to lungs?
For healthy people, mucus is our friend. It traps potential pathogens so our airways can dispatch nasty bugs before they
Arm Yourself Against the Coming Flu Season
If the last flu season is any indication, you need to take steps now to protect yourself against infection, an