A vibrating capsule designed to stir the colon to action appears to double the ability for adults struggling with debilitating chronic constipation to defecate more normally and without drugs, researchers report. In a study of more than 300 adults at about 90 centers nationally, participants using the vibrating capsule for eight weeks had about twice […]
It’s no secret that Pink‘s public persona is that of the tough and rad punk woman, and she loves every bit of who she is as a musician. However, the “What About Us” singer does believe motherhood helped people understand her identity more fully, beyond what she hilariously calls “the man-eating crazy person.” During a […]
Pancreatic cancer accounted for 3.2%, and prostate cancer accounted for 14.2% of all new cancer cases in 2022 in the United States. Pancreatic cancer, in particular, can be difficult to treat and has a much higher mortality rate than many forms of cancer, what may be due to the fact it is often diagnosed late. […]
If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, SheKnows may receive an affiliate commission. You may still be eating Valentine candy (or surreptitiously stealing your kid’s … no judgment here!), but before we know it, Easter will be upon us. You can let it sneak up on you, […]
In new evidence-based guidelines, the American Gastroenterological Association (AGA) recommends non-invasive biomarkers as a first-line strategy for monitoring many patients with ulcerative colitis (UC). These guidelines were published today in Gastroenterology. The AGA guidelines outline use cases for three biomarkers that provide accurate insights into ulcerative colitis disease activity: serum C-reactive protein (CRP) (blood), fecal […]
H1. What are the advantages and disadvantages of using a hot wallet to store crypto? A hot wallet is a type of cryptocurrency wallet that is connected to the internet and allows users to access and manage their digital assets from anywhere at any time. In contrast, a cold wallet is not connected to the […]
Meghan McCain is the latest celebrity to speak out about why she won’t be using the weight loss drug Ozempic. In a recent Daily Mail column, the former co-host of The View said she has been “urged” by friends and “industry acquaintances” to try the headline-making drug since giving birth to her youngest daughter, Clover. […]
Whether you’re an experienced horse owner or are just starting your journey, having professional help can be very beneficial. In fact, many equestrians work with some sort of equine professional for ongoing lessons and coaching. Having a relationship with a riding instructor or trainer can help you advance your skills at a quicker rate and […]
Dr. Julie Brahmer (R) and Katie Thornton review PET scans of a patient being treated at the Kimmel Comprehensive Cancer Center at Johns Hopkins in Baltimore. Photo: Win McNamee/Getty Images The dropoff in cancer screenings during the pandemic didn't result in significantly more breast, cervical and colon cancer cases, or how advanced those cases were, […]
The Medical University of South Carolina Medical Center in Charleston has a unique telemedicine program in place to help pregnant and postpartum women. The program is called Listening to Women and Pregnant and Postpartum People, or LTWP. The technology vendors are REDCap and Twillio. It's a mid-maturity program that is responding to behavioral health needs […]
