Each year at least 2 million Americans are infected with bacteria that cannot be treated with antibiotics, and at least
Day: April 9, 2019
Patient shielding provides negligible benefits while increasing risks
A new study published in the April 2019 issue of the American Journal of Roentgenology (AJR) makes the case for
Medical News Today: What to know about high potassium
Symptoms of high potassium, or hyperkalemia, may include nausea, and difficulty breathing. A person may not show symptoms. Kidney issues
Lifespan Links
Scientists have known for decades that caloric restriction leads to a longer lifespan. It has also been observed that chronic
New intervention doubles quit rate among smokers with severe mental illness
A dedicated intervention to help people with severe mental illness stop smoking can double quit rates at six months compared
Nutrients from food, not supplements, linked to lower risks of death, cancer
Adequate intake of certain nutrients is associated with a reduction in all-cause mortality when the nutrient source is foods, but
New DNA ‘shredder’ technique goes beyond CRISPR’s scissors
In the last six years, a tool called CRISPR-Cas9 has transformed genetic research, allowing scientists to snip and edit DNA
Novel 5-minute workout improves blood pressure, may boost brain function
Could working out five minutes a day, without lifting a single weight or jogging a single step, reduce your heart
Acute flaccid myelitis requires galvanized research response
Acute flaccid myelitis (AFM) presents significant challenges not only to patients but also to researchers, and efforts must be accelerated
Medical News Today: Tips to increase stamina
Methods of increasing stamina include meditation, exercise, and consuming caffeine. Stamina can help prevent physical fatigue and enhance mental focus.
