We normally associate our age with the year we are born. However, what if your age could be better associated
Month: August 2024
New study highlights scale and impact of long COVID
In a new review paper, researchers from the Universities of Arizona, Oxford and Leeds analyzed dozens of previous studies into
What researchers know about the genetic complexity of schizophrenia, to date
Patrick Sullivan, MD, FRANZCP, the Yeargan Distinguished Professor of Psychiatry and Genetics at the UNC School of Medicine, and researchers
Feeling judged by your doctor? You might be right
When an individual visits their doctor, they aren’t supposed to keep secrets. Unless patients are forthcoming about their symptoms, behaviors,
Allergy cells’ hidden secret
Known for their role in allergic reactions, mast cells have long been recognised as key players in our immune system.
Uncontrolled hypertension: The old ‘silent killer’ is alive and well
In the United States and worldwide, cardiovascular disease is the leading avoidable cause of premature death and disability. Primarily heart
Healthier nutrition in hospital possible thanks to modified menus
Food in hospitals often does not enjoy a good reputation. The proportion of meat on the plate in particular is
Meta-analysis pinpoints what vaccination intervention strategies different countries should adopt
Vaccines are safe and effective, and help reduce death and illness. But global vaccination rates are suboptimal and have trended
New AI tool simplifies heart monitoring: Fewer leads, same accuracy
To diagnose heart conditions including heart attacks and heart rhythm disturbances, clinicians typically rely on 12-lead electrocardiograms (ECGs) — complex
Which strains of tuberculosis are the most infectious?
For some forms of tuberculosis, the chances that an exposed person will get infected depend on whether the individual and