Seth Spreadbury, a 37-year-old dad of two, shares with Men’s Health the lifestyle changes and habits that led to him becoming the fittest and strongest he’s ever been. My wife and I experienced fertility issues while conceiving our second child; a process that took years, and was very taxing emotionally. We both struggled, and that […]
More dangerous mouthwashes and hand sanitizers recalled
(HealthDay)—A hand sanitizer has been recalled because it may contain methanol, a toxic chemical known as wood alcohol, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. In addition, a mouthwash is being recalled because it may be tainted with bacteria that are particularly dangerous for people with COVID-19. Shane Erickson Inc. is recalling three brands […]
Pump Up Your Chest and Abs With This Bench Press Variation
The half-bench single-arm press is a valuable addition to your training routine that can help to strengthen your chest, but are you sure you’re even doing the exercise correctly? For this movement, you shouldn’t settle for anything other than perfect form—especially because it’s such a killer exercise that can serve as a simple addition to […]
Battle Ropes and Burpees Unite in This Chest-Focused Finisher
For most guys, neither battle ropes nor burpees come to mind as being all about the chest, but in this finisher, trainer Paul Sklar, C.S.C.S., taps into their underused movement patterns to leave your pecs quaking. Alternating between battle rope chest flys and burpees, Sklar drills the chest’s role in horizontal shoulder adduction and abduction. […]
College football players underestimate risk of injury and concussion
College football players may underestimate their risk of injury and concussion, according to a new study published today in JAMA Network Open. Christine Baugh, Ph.D., MPH, assistant professor of medicine at the University of Colorado School of Medicine and member of the CU Center for Bioethics and Humanities, is the corresponding author of the article, […]
CentroSOL working to include latinos and underserved populations in research studies
Despite concerted efforts to remedy an ongoing disparity, research has shown that Latinos and other ethnic minorities have been historically underrepresented in medical research studies, especially clinical trials. Engaging Latinos has been particularly challenging because they often do not have equitable access to vital information that would lead them to participate. Additionally, Latinos often deal […]
Child care facilities can be safe and are essential, says new study
Child care programs can be safe within the context of low community transmission of COVID-19, according to new research from Case Western Reserve University, based on data from child care programs throughout Ohio. The study took place from Aug. 15 to Nov. 20, during a timeframe of relatively low community transmission of COVID-19. The team […]
HEALTH NOTES: Happiness is a slice of cake and a loved one
HEALTH NOTES: Happiness is a slice of cake and a loved one Indulging in freshly baked treats ranked above finishing work and stroking pets as the activity that brings us the most joy One in five Britons are happiest when tucking into a slice of cake, according to new research. Indulging in freshly baked treats […]
Researchers publish free guides packed with wisdom from COVID-19 patients and caregivers
No one likes to venture into a new city or country without a map or guidebook. But that’s what having COVID-19 has felt like to people with the disease—and to the family and friends who are caring for them throughout their journey. Now, a team from the University of Michigan has created a set of […]
A DVD-technology-based system that quickly and inexpensively detects SARS-CoV-2 antigens and specific antibodies
Researchers from the Universitat Politècnica de València (UPV) have developed a new system at laboratory scale that allows the rapid, cheap and effective detection of COVID-19. The system consists of a biosensor based on DVD technologies that detects specific antibodies (G, M and A) and SARS-CoV-2 antigens in saliva or blood serum in less than […]