You can be the kind of person that hates the smell of coffee, or you can be the kind of person that drinks it every day. In either case, you likely believe a lot of myths about the morning brew. For instance, some believe that drinking coffee can lead to one developing cancer. This is, […]
DR MICHAEL MOSLEY: Now for the good news about booze! Moderate drinkers are at less risk of heart attacks than teetotallers (if you are having red wine, that is) Frank Sinatra, famous for his heavy drinking, once said: ‘Alcohol may be man’s worst enemy, but The Bible says: ‘Love your enemy.’ And that neatly encapsulates […]
Writing in the New England Journal of Medicine, a trio of science communication researchers proposes to treat the COVID-19 misinformation “infodemic” with the same methods used to halt epidemics. “We believe the intertwining spreads of the virus and of misinformation and disinformation require an approach to counteracting deceptions and misconceptions that parallels epidemiologic models by […]
The Hanson brothers’ hands are full! Taylor Hanson, Zac Hanson and Isaac Hanson exclusively told Us Weekly about their future family plans after cumulatively welcoming 15 children. The Hansons’ Next Generation: A Guide to the Famous Family’s Kids “I might be all finished,” Zac, 35, said on Wednesday, May 12. “I have a 2-month-old, Taylor […]
Our body’s relationship with bacteria is complex. While infectious bacteria can cause illness, our gut is also teaming with “good” bacteria that aids nutrition and helps keep us healthy. But even the “good” can have bad effects if these bacteria end up in tissues and organs where they’re not supposed to be. Now, research published […]
Researchers at KU Leuven (Belgium) have developed a 3D printing technique that extends the possibilities of lateral flow testing. These tests are widespread in the form of the classic pregnancy test and the COVID-19 self-tests. With the new printing technique, advanced diagnostic tests can be produced that are quick, cheap, and easy to use. The […]
Early in the COVID-19 pandemic, healthcare systems scrambled to modify patient care processes—particularly when it came to strategies aimed at reducing the risk of hospital-related complications. A look at how one hospital applied its learning health system (LHS) framework to respond to a COVID-19-related increase in hospital-acquired pressure injuries (HAPIs) is presented in the May/June […]
If you’re curious about horses and want to get more involved with these amazing animals, we’ve compiled a few easy ways to help you get started. There are countless benefits to riding and spending time with horses, and there’s likely already a thriving community of equine enthusiasts and businesses in your area waiting to introduce […]
The mental health benefits of taking a walk are well documented. From getting some Vitamin D to breathing in fresh air, your time outdoors is doing much more beneath the skin than you may realize. While it’s great to get outside at any time, walking outdoors in the morning may be best for your overall […]
An article published in International Journal of Hyperthermia proposes a more effective protocol for the treatment of cardiac arrhythmias when applying radiofrequency energy at the site of the arrhythmia by catheterization. The research results from the final year project (TFG) on the bachelor’s degree in Biomedical Engineering by Sergi Coderch Navarro, supervised by Ana González […]
