Formula milk trials have a high risk of bias, authors almost always report favorable conclusions, transparency is lacking, and findings are selectively reported, finds a review of evidence from recently published trials in The BMJ today. The researchers say their findings “support the need for a substantial change in the conduct and reporting of formula […]
You may long for a whiter smile, but are teeth naturally yellow? In a world where tooth whitening is increasingly common, especially among those in the public eye, it can be easy to forget what natural teeth look like. A study conducted by OnePoll on behalf of Snow Teeth Whitening showed that up to 61% […]
Two of the commonly used coronavirus vaccines provide protection against multiple variants of the virus that causes COVID-19, including the highly infectious Delta variant, a new Yale study has found. The findings, published Oct. 11 in the journal Nature, also show that those infected with the virus prior to vaccination exhibit a more robust immune […]
Why are so many suffering dreadful Covid symptoms but still testing NEGATIVE? Columnist Sarah Vine was convinced she had it, but countless tests said otherwise – and she’s far from alone… so what IS going on? Sarah Vine, 54, battled Covid symptoms, but multiple tests came back negative Mother-of-two, who had PCR test and rapid […]
The current wave of COVID cases is leading to more hospital and intensive care (ICU) admissions. Frontline health workers and experts use the term “intubation” for the extra breathing support some patients need in an emergency. But many people don’t know what this procedure involves and the trauma it can cause. Patients with COVID-19 who […]
We use exercise bikes in gyms, hotels, and even at home. They’re an exercise staple for many fitness-conscious people, but are exercise bikes good for weight loss? Cycling is certainly a good option for anyone looking for a new way to work out; the activity can have an effect on muscle mass and basal metabolic […]
Taurus is a zodiac sign that’s often unfairly maligned as being lazy, but this is just a load of bull … stuff. The Bull may, in fact, be one of the zodiac’s hardest workers. Taurus’ pragmatic nature will stand them in good stead when it comes time to find a job, though, since in most […]
A study published in the New England Journal of Medicine involving data from nearly 200 hospitals around the United States shows that 2-dose COVID-19 vaccinations are highly effective at preventing hospitalizations, emergency department visits, and intensive care admissions due to the virus. The real-world evidence gathered from electronic health records (EHRs) demonstrates that the vaccines […]
Certain genetic variants are linked to an increased risk of developing both obesity and ADHD, according to a new study. The researchers found that there are both genetic and prenatal components explaining the association between attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and obesity. Previous studies have suggested that genetics are involved, and the new study found […]
Coronavirus survivors are at 35% higher risk of long term kidney damage as scientists continue to identify issues caused by ‘long COVID’ COVID-19 survivors are at high risk for kidney damage, according to a new study from Veterans Affairs The researchers found Covid survivors were about 35% more likely to suffer kidney damage or a […]
