A new study examining the gene expression of gut microbes suggests that the heart-healthy benefits of walnuts may be linked
Month: March 2023
All hormonal contraceptives increase breast cancer risk: Study
All hormonal contraceptives carry a slightly increased risk of breast cancer, including the increasingly popular progestogen-only pills, according to a
Health experts call for bold action to prioritize health over profit
A new Series published in The Lancet describes how, although commercial entities can contribute positively to health and society, the products and
How to relieve itchy psoriasis
Skin issues can have a serious impact on your health and well-being. For the 7.5 million Americans living with psoriasis,
CDC reports increase in U.S. tuberculosis cases in 2022
Tuberculosis cases climbed again in 2022, U.S. health officials announced Thursday. Still, the 5% increase, which amounted to 8,300 cases,
Ending tuberculosis: European region set to miss the Sustainable Development Goals target for 2030
The United Nation’s Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) set the target of ending tuberculosis (TB) as a global public health threat
Points to consider when using interferon assays
Interferons are type of protein called a cytokine. They have important roles in the immune system. Interferons are split into
How to find a caregiver: A guide
Choosing a caregiver for a loved one is a decision no one takes lightly. Figuring out the level of care
Team identifies a molecular mechanism of type 2 diabetes
Type 2 diabetes is a chronic disease in which the body does not produce enough insulin, or does not use
Rates of autism climb to new highs in the US, with California setting record numbers
New federal studies co-authored by autism experts at Rutgers found that more children have been diagnosed with autism than at