The findings are critical because viruses, such as the flu, in pregnant women; have linked with fetal brain problems and mental illness like Attention Deficit Disorder and Schizophrenia later in life. “Mothers want to give their babies the best possible start in life. Colds and flu are often unavoidable; even if the mother has had…
Exposure to potentially harmful chemicals is a reality of life. Our ancestors, faced with naturally occurring toxins, evolved mechanisms to detoxify and expel damaging substances. In the modern world, our bodies regularly process chemicals; from medicines and food additives to agricultural and industrial chemicals; to protect our tissues from harm. As the organs responsible for…
For the first time, scientists able to measure a specific molecule indicative of osteoarthritis and a number of other inflammatory diseases using a newly developed technology. This preclinical study used a solid-state nanopore sensor as a tool for the analysis of hyaluronic acid (HA). HA is a naturally occurring molecule that is involved in tissue…
Young people’s awareness of alcohol marketing; and their ownership of alcohol-branded merchandise; is associated with increased and higher-risk consumption; a landmark study has found. Published in BMJ Open, the research – led by the University of Stirling and the Cancer Policy Research Centre at Cancer Research UK – revealed that 11 to 19-year-old current drinkers,…
The European Society for Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition has released new guidance for clinicians and parents on the recommended maximum intake of free sugar intake in children and adolescents; which shows that current sugar intakes are up to three times more than they should be in European countries. Free sugars are sugars that are…
Over the past two years, more than 200 patients have flocked to see Green after learning that two drugs he prescribes could possibly stave off aging. One 95-year-old was so intent on keeping her appointment that she asked her son to drive her from Maryland after a snowstorm had closed the schools. Anti aging effects…
Patients understanding their medications and taking them as instructed are important parts of improving the care; and outcomes of heart attack patients, as well as potentially reducing avoidable readmissions; according to research presented at the ACC Quality Summit in New Orleans. A heart attack is typically an unexpected event, which can leave patients overwhelmed by…
As planners, policy makers and development partners meet in the capital to discuss Bhutan’s development, several aspects of Bhutan’s development journey are highlighted. The round table meeting has provided a forum for discourse to take stock of how far the country has come in terms of development and how far it plans to go. Discussions…
Exercise is any bodily activity that enhances or maintains physical fitness and overall health and wellness. It is performed for various reasons, including increasing growth and development, preventing aging, strengthening muscles and the cardiovascular system, honing athletic skills, weight loss or maintenance, improving health and also for enjoyment. Many individuals choose to exercise outdoors where they can congregate in groups, socialize, and enhance well-being. The warmer weather means more opportunities to get…
Positive results from a University of Liverpool led research project; that aims to reduce mother to child transmission of HIV have been presented; at the Annual international Conference on Retroviruses and Opportunistic Infections (CROI). DolPHIN-2, a consortium led by the University; seeks to reduce mother-to-child transmission of HIV; during pregnancy, childbirth, and breastfeeding; in women most at…
Scientists at the University of Illinois have found that free fatty acids in the blood appear to boost proliferation and growth of breast cancer cells. The finding could help explain obese women’s elevated risk of developing breast cancer after menopause.”When taken up by estrogen-receptor positive breast cancer cells, these fatty acids activated pathways that increased…
Extended lymphadenectomy (LAD) to improve staging accuracy for gastroesophageal carcinoma can be done safely, according to a new case series. “In this relatively large study from our high-volume Western center, Therefore They demonstrated that gastrectomy with extended (D1+ or D2) LAD can be performed safely, and that it significantly improves nodal yield and thus ensures…