The immune system is highly complex. For example, a particular class of cells called mononuclear phagocytes (MNPs) plays important roles
Month: September 2021
Handheld photoacoustic finder for diagnosing cancer metastasis without radiation
Massaging the upper arm is known to relieve the body of swelling by stimulating the lymph nodes that process toxins
Over-the-counter rapid antigen tests can help slow the spread of COVID-19
The rise of the highly transmissible delta variant around the U.S. has increased demand for rapid antigen COVID-19 tests that can be
Experiments challenge cognitive-map hypothesis in mice
A team of researchers at the Wellcome Centre for Neural Circuits and Behaviour, in the U.K. reports a study that
South Africa announces ‘vaccine passport’ plans, eases restrictions
South Africa’s President Cyril Ramaphosa on Sunday announced plans to introduce COVID-19 “vaccine passports” amid widespread scepticism of the jab,
Gut microbes are key to health benefit delivered by hops compound
The health-enhancing performance of a compound found in hops is dependent upon its interactions with intestinal microorganisms, new research by
Chronic parasitic infections can affect vaccine efficacy: Lessons for COVID-19
Over a year since the first case of the SARS-CoV-2 pandemic, fast advances in vaccine development have given the world
Oxford AstraZeneca vaccine shows promise in protecting people with HIV
The Wits Vaccines and Infectious Diseases Analytical (VIDA) research unit conducted the phase 1B/2A clinical trial. The findings, published in The
‘Headspace’ app could benefit people with asthma
People with asthma given access to a popular mindfulness app improved symptoms and quality of life after just three months,
Focusing on the present during the pandemic can reduce longer-term mental health impacts
Focusing on the present and not the past or future will better protect your mental health and wellbeing during the
