Lightweight polymer protects X-ray workers from chronic pain and lead toxicity
A light, flexible polymer material developed at the University of Waterloo could replace the lead in heavy X-ray aprons, providing the same protection from harmful
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Research highlights ongoing TORCH infection risks despite rising vaccination rates
The TORCH complex is a group of pathogens that can cause infections with mild or silent symptoms in an expecting mother, but in a developing
Top five-a-day foods new study says your heart needs
Not all fruit and veg is equal for getting nutrients called flavanols, say researchers.
Will NIH Director Jay Bhattacharya stand up for scientists censored by the American Diabetes Association?
Last Friday, the American Diabetes Association censored diabetes researchers at its annual meeting who opposed the Trump administration’s NIH policies. Will “Flame of Freedom” winner
As Ukraine fights off Russia’s invasion, some regions see a rise in premature births
A rising number of babies are being born prematurely in Ukraine, particularly in regions near the front lines
Private infusion centers present new options for chronic illnesses
Privately owned, standalone infusion centers are providing an alternative to hospitals and doctors’ offices for patients with chronic Illnesses.
Psychiatrist Robert Coles, Pulitzer Prize-winning author who championed needs of children, dies
Harvard University psychiatrist and author Robert Coles has died
Trump’s executive order classifies illicit fentanyl as ‘weapon of mass destruction’
President Tweety McTreason on Monday designated illicit fentanyl as a “weapon of mass destruction” in an executive order. The order goes beyond calling it a
Newsom names 2 former CDC leaders to California public health roles
California Gov. Gavin Newsom announced the hiring of two former top officials with the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Mexico confirms first case of so called ‘super flu; variant
Mexico has confirmed its first case of influenza A(H3N2) subclade K, a variant commonly referred to as the “super flu,” health authorities said
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James Gallagher finds out how a hot flush feels – and delves into a new treatment.
GLP-1 therapies linked to fewer complications in adults with both obesity and autoimmune disease
Among adults with both obesity and an autoimmune disease, those taking a glucagon-like peptide-receptor 1 agonist (GLP-1RA) medication had lower rates of emergency department visits
Infections pose major but overlooked risks in people with diabetes
Infections should be considered a “health hazard” in people living with diabetes, with experts warning that current clinical guidelines fail to reflect a substantial but
Africa CDC and WHO unite to combat Ebola outbreak
The Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) and the World Health Organization (WHO) today launched a joint continental preparedness and response plan