Scientists at Simon Fraser University (SFU) and the Lankenau Institute for Medical Research (LIMR) near Philadelphia have found that a drug discovered at SFU and patented several years ago may have potential lifesaving results in the treatment of conditions leading to sudden cardiac death. The drug, known as AR-787, was originally discovered and designed by […]
Salmonellosis causes substantial infant morbidity and mortality, according to a study published online May 10 in Pediatrics. Julie L. Self, Ph.D., M.P.H., from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention in Atlanta, and colleagues analyzed national surveillance data and active, sentinel surveillance data during 1996 to 2015 for culture-confirmed Salmonella infections among U.S. infants. […]
If you or someone you know experiences allergies, you’ve probably heard of the life-threatening reaction called anaphylactic shock. To help you better understand exactly what this condition is and how to manage it, experts offer a guide on what anaphylactic shock is, its symptoms, causes, risk factors and treatments. What is anaphylactic shock? Anaphylactic shock […]
This month marks the five-year anniversary of the ASPCA Behavioral Rehabilitation Center (BRC), a first-of-its-kind facility in Asheville, North Carolina, dedicated to the study and rehabilitation of homeless dogs suffering from severe fear and undersocialization. Since opening in 2018, the BRC has been treating rescued dogs including many from large-scale animal cruelty and neglect situations such […]
High cholesterol: Nutritionist reveals top prevention tips High cholesterol needs to be tamed before it progresses to serious health problems like heart disease and strokes. While food can lay the groundwork to high levels of the fatty substance, it can also prove useful. “There is no need to be scared of food; it is the […]
I’m a gastroenterologist – these are the five things I would never eat Bacon, cheese and fried foods are just some that might be damaging your health Read more: Doctors horrified after patient’s scan reveals tapeworm infestation Supermarkets have a near-endless number of products to choose from when filling your shopping trolley. Sticking to plenty […]
In a recent study published in the journal Advances in Nutrition, researchers in the United States explored the challenges and strategies facing the food service industry in reducing sodium content. Most Americans consume far more sodium than is healthy, increasing their risk of high blood pressure and heart disease. About 55% of the food budget […]
When patients receive a low-dose computed tomography screen for lung cancer, doctors can see more than just the lungs. The screening test often picks up abnormalities or potentially “significant incidental findings” (SIFS) not associated with lung cancer. A new study led by Ilana Gareen, an associate professor of epidemiology at the Brown University School of […]
Global recession and a return to post-pandemic conditions are offering a reality check for chief information security officers, a new Proofpoint survey shows. WHY IT MATTERS The new report, 2023 Voice of the CISO, offers global insights into the challenges, priorities and expectations on information security professionals. CISOs from healthcare and more than dozen industries […]
The US Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) today released a draft recommendation statement and evidence review that provides critical updates to its breast cancer screening recommendations. The major change: USPSTF proposed reducing the recommended start age for routine screening mammograms from age 50 to age 40. The latest recommendation, which carries a B grade, also […]
