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2023-11-20 11:10
The human body is a complex and intricate system, and every now and then, it communicates with us through various sensations. One such signal that often causes anxiety and concern is a shar… Read More
2023-11-17 08:04
By Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
Measles deaths are surging worldwide, prompted by a wave of infections among unvaccinated children, public health experts say.
Deaths from measles… Read More
2023-11-16 16:25
Demi LovatoBorderline Personality Disorder (BPD) is a mental health condition that affects an individual’s thoughts, emotions, and relationships. This means that people who experience… Read More
2023-11-16 12:52
Normal urine output is a crucial aspect of maintaining proper bodily functions and overall health. The human body constantly produces urine as a result of metabolic processes, and the volum… Read More
2023-11-16 07:44
When you’ve been involved in a truck accident, the road to recovery can seem daunting. It’s a path that involves physical healing, emotional support, and, often, a legal battle… Read More
2023-11-15 11:36
Jeremy RenneJeremy Renner, the actor best known for his role as Hawkeye in the Marvel Cinematic Universe Avengers films, has shared his health update 10 months after he suffered a near-fatal… Read More
2023-11-14 11:54
More and more people are recognizing the importance of sustainable living and incorporating it into their daily lives. It involves the development of goods, products, and services that coul… Read More
2023-11-08 12:32
Stainless steel cookwareIn today’s fast-paced world, convenience often takes precedence in our daily lives, and our choice of cookware is no exception. With a growing emphasis on healt… Read More
2023-11-08 10:38
Klinefelter syndrome is a genetic condition that affects individuals, primarily males, and is characterized by an extra X chromosome (XXY) that results in a variety of physical and developm… Read More
2023-11-08 10:11
Waardenburg syndrome is a rare genetic condition that affects the pigmentation of a person’s skin, hair, and eyes. It is characterized by distinct facial features, hearing impairment… Read More
2023-11-07 10:45
Snake bites can be a frightening and potentially life-threatening experience. Every year, approximately 5.4 million people across the globe fall victim to snakebites, resulting in 1.8 to 2… Read More
2023-11-06 08:04
Photo Credit: Getty ImagesLow blood sugar, medically known as hypoglycemia, is a condition characterized by an abnormally low level of glucose (sugar) in the bloodstream. This condition is m… Read More
2023-11-02 16:06
Ketamine, a pharmaceutical compound first developed as an anesthetic in the 1960s, has a unique and multifaceted influence on the human mind and body. Among its many effects, one of the mos… Read More
2023-11-02 14:35
Cord blood banking, a process that involves collecting and preserving stem cells from a newborn’s umbilical cord, has gained significant popularity in recent years.
These stem cells c… Read More
2023-11-01 10:23
Ovulation is a crucial aspect of a woman’s reproductive health. It’s the process during which an egg is released from the ovaries and is ready for fertilization by sperm. For ma… Read More
2023-11-01 10:06
What is Vestibulectomy?
Vestibulodynia and Vulvar Vestibulitis Syndrome (VVS) are conditions that significantly affect the lives of countless women. These chronic disorders are characterize… Read More
2023-11-01 09:23
Norovirus, often referred to as the “stomach flu” or “winter vomiting bug,” is a highly contagious virus that can lead to gastrointestinal distress and symptoms such… Read More
2023-11-01 09:00
Menstruation, or a woman’s monthly period, is a natural and essential part of the reproductive cycle. While it is a common experience for most women, not all menstrual cycles are the… Read More
2023-10-30 09:54
Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) systems play a vital role in maintaining indoor air quality, thermal comfort, and overall well-being. Within these systems, one crucial com… Read More
2023-10-27 12:12
The term “candy flip” might evoke a sense of curiosity or intrigue for those familiar with it, while others may have never heard of this particular term. Candy flipping is a sla… Read More
2023-10-26 11:21
Nursing conferences are essential events for healthcare professionals, nurses, nurse educators, and researchers to come together to share knowledge, discuss emerging trends, and enhance the… Read More
2023-10-25 20:42
Photo by Marcus Aurelius: https://www.pexels.com/photo/woman-leaning-on-her-table-4064174/
You wake up early. You check your email inbox. You notice that you have several pending tasks. Yo… Read More
2023-10-19 09:05
Beginning the journey toward becoming a licensed physician in the US is both exciting and demanding, and at its heart lies the USMLE Step 1 examination. This pivotal test serves as a crucia… Read More
2023-10-18 11:45
One of the cornerstone benefits of incorporating emotional support into healthcare is the establishment of trust and rapport between patients and healthcare providers. When patients feel Th… Read More
2023-10-17 11:31
Photo Credit: MurrrPhoto (Pixbay)By Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
The vast majority of women know a lump in their breast likely signals the presence of cancer, a new survey finds, but that&r&hell…Read More
2023-10-17 11:21
By Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
Air pollution from heavy traffic may be driving pregnancy complications and health concerns for infants Researchers who matched more than 60,000 birth… Read More
2023-10-17 11:15
Robert Chelsea, the first African American recipient of a face transplant, Picture credit: Lightchaser photographyBy Amy Norton HealthDay Reporter
High-risk surgeries are more deadly f… Read More
2023-10-17 10:55
The surge in counterfeit M30 pills containing non-pharmaceutical fentanyl and synthetic opioids is an alarming trend that has plagued North America in recent years, exacerbating the alrea… Read More
2023-10-16 12:31
Chantix, also known as Varenicline, has a notable history as a prescription medication designed to aid people in quitting smoking. Developed by Pfizer, a pharmaceutical company, Chantix rec… Read More
2023-10-10 07:48
Photo Credit: PixbayWhat is Traveler’s Diarrhea?
Traveler’s diarrhea (dysentery, Montezuma’s revenge) is usually a self-limiting episode of diarrhea that results from eatin… Read More
2023-10-07 09:21
What is Montezuma’s Revenge?
“Montezuma’s Revenge” is a colloquial and somewhat humorous term used to describe traveler’s diarrhea. It refers to a condition in… Read More
2023-10-05 22:26
Toenail fungus may seem like a minor issue, but if you’re one of the millions who’ve experienced it, you know it’s more than just a cosmetic concern. Not only can it be un… Read More
2023-10-05 22:25
Everyone has heard of metabolism, that mystic force that determines how quickly we burn calories and shed pounds. It’s easy to lament a “slow” metabolism, especially when… Read More
2023-10-05 11:16
Menopause is a natural biological process that signifies the end of a woman’s reproductive years. It’s a journey marked by several stages, each with its unique characteristics a… Read More
2023-10-04 11:04
Photo Credit: PixbayPeople of all ages frequently struggle with constipation, which is a common digestive disorder. It’s not always pleasant, and it’s not always convenient, and… Read More
2023-10-02 14:11
Sexual taboos represent a complex set of unwritten rules, mores, or regulations that govern the expression of human sexuality within a particular cultural, social, or religious context. The… Read More
2023-10-02 13:07
Minocycline is an antibiotic used for the treatment of moderate to severe inflammatory acne. As a member of the tetracycline family of antibiotics, it possesses several properties that make… Read More
2023-09-29 11:10
The ongoing process of globalization has brought people from diverse backgrounds into closer contact than ever before. As a result, understanding how different cultures interact and integra… Read More
2023-09-29 10:54
What are social norms?
Social norms are the perceived informal, mostly unwritten, rules that define acceptable and appropriate actions within a given group or community, thus guiding human… Read More
2023-09-29 10:45
What is Bodily autonomy?
Bodily autonomy refers to the principle that individuals have the right to control what happens to their own bodies, free from interference or coercion by others, i… Read More
2023-09-28 14:17
By Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
Women over 50 are turning to weed in droves, and menopause symptoms may be one big reason why, new research suggests
These women may not necessaril… Read More
2023-09-28 14:10
By Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
Suffering from PTSD may take a toll on your sex life if you’re a woman, new research reveals. About 10% of women have PTSD symptoms because of co… Read More
2023-09-28 12:17
Alice Ball was an African American chemist who developed an injectable oil extract which became the treatment for leprosy until the 1940s.
While chaulmoogra oil had previo… Read More
2023-09-28 12:13
By Delthia Ricks
On New Year’s Day in 1922, a scientific paper in an obscure medical journal described a drug that would help revolutionize the treatment of leprosy in Hawaii and… Read More
2023-09-28 11:59
By Claire Frankland
Poster using the Red Ribbon symbol
The Red Ribbon is synonymous with raising awareness of HIV/AIDS, and those living with the disease. The ribbon was designed… Read More
2023-09-28 11:51
The red ribbon has become an internationally recognized symbol for AIDS awareness, worn by people throughout the year in support of people living with HIV and in remembrance of those who ha… Read More
2023-09-28 11:43
Photo Credit Pixbay Erin_HinterlandBy Peter Grinspoon, MD
Cannabidiol (CBD) is often covered in the media, and you may see it touted as an add-in booster to your post-workout smoothie or mor… Read More
2023-09-28 11:22
With more than 150,000 species of fungi (and perhaps a million or more yet to discover), there’s an ever-growing area of interest in the potential effects fungi have on humans. I… Read More
2023-09-28 11:17
By Isabella Backman
In the post-apocalyptic world of “The Last of Us,” a rapidly spreading pandemic—in which a mutated Cordyceps fungus morphs people into zombie… Read More
2023-09-28 10:59
Springtails are tiny, wingless arthropods that belong to the class Collembola. They are among the most abundant and diverse groups of hexapods (six-legged arthropods) on Earth. Springtai… Read More
2023-09-28 08:47
Nearly half of all women are denied their bodily autonomy, according to data from 57 countries, UNFPA’s flagship report announced today. The 2021 State of World Population report… Read More
2023-09-28 08:38
Dr. Natalia KanemKeynote by UNFPA Executive Director Dr. Natalia Kanem at a side event on “Bodily Autonomy – a fundamental right” during the sixty-sixth session of the Comm… Read More
2023-09-28 08:25
What is FGM?
Female Genital Mutilation comprises all procedures involving the removal of the external female genitalia or other injury to the female genital organs for non-medical re… Read More
2023-09-28 08:04
What are social norms?
Social norms are the perceived informal, mostly unwritten, rules that define acceptable and appropriate actions within a given group or community, thus guiding human… Read More
2023-09-28 07:17
What is cyberbullying?
Cyberbullying is bullying with the use of digital technologies. It can take place on social media, messaging platforms, gaming platforms and mobile phones. It is… Read More
2023-09-27 15:37
What is Health Equity?
Health equity refers to the principle that all individuals should have the opportunity to attain their highest level of health, regardless of their social or economic… Read More
2023-09-27 15:28
What is public health?
Public health promotes and protects the health of all people and their communities.
This science-based, evidence-backed field strives to give everyone a saf… Read More
2023-09-27 15:15
By Maggie Thomas
Accessible resources for public education about gender diversity are critical to increasing understanding and solidarity with LGBTQ Americans, many of whom are fearful in… Read More
2023-09-27 15:04
By Osub Ahmed | Christy M. Gamble, Black Women’s Health Imperative
“What is reproductive justice?” This is almost always the first question we a… Read More
2023-09-27 14:51
By Caroline Kingori
Young people in the US between the ages of 15 and 24 bear a disproportionate burden of sexually transmitted infections (STIs). Nearly 50% of reported STIs occur in this… Read More
2023-09-27 12:08
By Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
Moms with higher prenatal levels of plastics chemicals known as phthalates may face a slightly increased risk of postpartum depression, according to a… Read More
2023-09-27 11:38
By Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
Sweltering temperatures appear to fuel drug-related hospital visits, a problem that could be worsening with climate change, a new study suggests.
“We… Read More
2023-09-27 11:31
By Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
The lax enforcement of age limits by many online marijuana dispensaries makes it easier for minors to buy weed, claims new research that looked at online we… Read More
2023-09-27 11:20
The transgender family where the father gave birthBy Sarah D. Collins HealthDay Reporter
Transgender people have a tough time receiving adequate medical care due to issues like voyeurism, be… Read More
2023-09-27 11:10
By Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
AI tools may help boost radiologists’ confidence in their diagnoses, but they can’t be relied on to identify common lung diseases on chest X-ray… Read More
2023-09-26 10:06
By Denise Mann HealthDay Reporter
For certain patients with advanced breast cancer, a drug called Piqray (alpelisib) may extend survival. But new research confirms the medication… Read More
2023-09-26 09:56
By Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
Researchers in Minnesota have uncovered a new link between tear gas exposures and negative effects on reproductive health. The study was prompted by anecdot… Read More
2023-09-26 09:43
By Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
Having safer neighborhoods, where families feel less stress, can help prevent child abuse, according to new research that supports this long-suspected… Read More
2023-09-26 09:34
By Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
A conversation with a family member or loved one struggling with addiction can be the catalyst for getting help.But it’s important to choose your word… Read More
2023-09-26 09:18
Written by Annie Stuart
Any medication can cause side effects, and high blood pressure (HBP) medications are no exception. However, many people do not have side effects from taking hypert… Read More
2023-09-25 09:27
When Ryan*, 37, returned home from two deployments with the 101st Airborne Division in Iraq from 2005 to 2008, he began withdrawing from social situations and experienced chronic anxie… Read More
2023-09-25 09:18
In northeastern Peru, a medical team successfully saved the life of a 2-year-old boy who had unwittingly swallowed eight injection needles while at play. The incident was a unique and chall… Read More
2023-09-25 08:50
By Marilynn Larkin
Many labels on fish oil supplements make unsubstantiated health claims, and products contain variable daily doses of EPA plus DHA, a cross-sectional study suggests. Overa… Read More
2023-09-25 08:37
Women with premenstrual disorders may be more likely go through menopause before they are 45 years old, a new study suggests. Women with premenstrual disorders, or PMDs, were als… Read More
2023-09-23 15:05
Four doctors from Nigeria were working the same shift at a UK hospital and they posed for a beautiful work photo.- Credit TemiosoThe global healthcare landscape is undergoing a transformatio… Read More
2023-09-23 10:34
Smoking in bed is a dangerous and potentially deadly habit that has claimed countless lives throughout history. While smoking is hazardous to one’s health in any context, the combinat… Read More
2023-09-23 09:50
Scientists from Case Western Reserve University in Ohio have made a significant breakthrough in the study of esophageal cancer by identifying a gene mutation associated with the disease, po… Read More
2023-09-23 09:40
By Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
New research underscores the harms of e-cigarettes, showing that vaping increases the risk of asthma in teens who have never smoked cigarettes.
Although e-c… Read More
2023-09-23 09:33
By Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
In 22 states, 35% of adults or more were obese last year, new data from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention show. Just 10 years ago, there w… Read More
2023-09-22 08:23
A silent disorder is rising among older people worldwide, as millions unknowingly grapple with glaucoma – an eye condition that can cause irreversible blindness but shows no obvious s… Read More
2023-09-22 08:11
Substance abuse and pregnancy can form a perilous combination, as underscored by recent research findings. The study revealed that pregnant women with a history of substance abuse faced a s… Read More
2023-09-20 13:55
What is Premenstrual syndrome (PMS)?
Premenstrual syndrome (PMS) is a condition that affects a woman’s emotions, physical health, and behavior during certain days of the menstrual cyc… Read More
2023-09-20 13:17
When it comes to finding relief from a cold or difficulty sleeping, many people turn to over-the-counter medications like ZzzQuil and NyQuil. Both are manufactured by Vicks and contain diph… Read More
2023-09-19 08:41
Niogermox is an antifungal medication used to treat onychomycosis caused by dermatophytes and or other fungi sensitive to the broad-spectrum antifungal ciclopirox, which is the active ingre… Read More
2023-09-19 08:25
Abilify is a brand of aripiprazole, a medication that was first developed by Otsuka in Japan and is now marketed by Bristol-Myers Squibb in the United States. The FDA approved the drug in 2… Read More
2023-09-18 09:41
A new study examining the impact of the ongoing opioid crisis found that, on average, six people a day died from opioid overdoses during the first six months of the COVID-19 pandemic in Ont… Read More
2023-09-15 11:05
Trichotillomania bracelets have emerged as a groundbreaking solution for individuals struggling with compulsive hair-pulling disorder, also known as trichotillomania. This innova… Read More
2023-09-11 12:23
Contract development involves a company outsourcing the manufacture of its products to another CDMO (Contract Development and Manufacturing Organization) with the requisite equipment, licen… Read More
2023-09-02 14:59
Dangerous actions are actions that can occur anywhere and at any time, putting our lives and the lives of others in danger. For children, recognizing and avoiding dangerous actions is essen… Read More
2023-09-02 11:05
Recent developments have brought the “sugar-free paradox” into the spotlight, raising concerns about the health implications of artificial sweeteners. Multiple studies have expl… Read More
2023-08-30 13:08
A fibroid, also known as a uterine fibroid or leiomyoma, is a non-cancerous (benign) tumor that develops in or around the uterus of a woman. It is the most common type of tumor found within… Read More
2023-08-30 12:26
Fibroids, also known as uterine leiomyomas, are non-cancerous growths that develop in or on the walls of the uterus. They are relatively common, affecting a significant number of women durin… Read More
2023-08-30 12:03
Creatinine is a waste product that is produced by muscles during their normal activity. It is generated from the breakdown of a compound called creatine, which is found in the muscles and u… Read More
2023-08-29 15:48
“From concentrate” is a term commonly found on the labels of various fruit juices and beverages. It refers to a specific method of processing and producing fruit juices, particu… Read More
2023-08-29 15:33
Cheerwine, with its deep red hue and distinct cherry flavor, has been a beloved soft drink in the southern United States for over a century. Often compared to traditional colas, one questio… Read More
2023-08-27 16:28
Sport occupies a significant place in the life of every person, or at least those people who want to maintain a good mood and good health for as long as possible in their lives.
For a devel… Read More
2023-08-21 10:51
The results of a comprehensive meta-analysis, spanning from the mid-1990s to 2022 and analyzing a multitude of scientific papers, have sparked renewed advocacy for the inclusion of men in g… Read More
2023-08-17 15:38
In today’s fast-paced world, it is imperative for modern women to stay informed about health and lifestyle choices while embracing empowerment. The constant evolution of societal norm… Read More
2023-08-17 14:48
In today’s evolving job market, certifications hold significant value, particularly in specialized fields such as drug testing. A drug testing certification equips individuals with th… Read More
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