Heart disease and cancer risk may be linked
Having a heart attack may increase the risk of developing cancer. A high 10-year atherosclerotic…
Month: November 2019
Too much ultra-processed food linked to lower heart health
Americans get more than 50% of their daily calories from ultra-processed foods. Measures of heart…
Evening eating linked to poorer heart health for women
Women who consumed a higher proportion of their daily intake of calories later in the…
Sensitivity to bitter tastes may be why some people eat fewer vegetables
A gene that makes some compounds taste bitter may make it harder for some people…
Cuts are stopping young adults getting specialist drug treatment, says expert
A 50% drop in the number of 18-25 year olds presenting for specialist drug treatment…
Will genome testing of healthy babies save lives?
What’s the claim?The media have reported that the health and social care secretary, Matt Hancock,…
Alan George Blandford
bmj;367/nov11_4/l6450/FAF1faAfter house jobs in Bristol Alan George Blandford joined his brother in law, Michael Bourke,…
Nabil Nassar: physician, teacher, and editor in chief of the Middle East edition of The BMJ
bmj;367/nov11_3/l6445/FAF1faPhoto credit: American University of BeirutNabil Nassar, who has died at the age of 80,…
How can I support a colleague who is being investigated?
Advocate for their wellbeingChristian Harkensee, consultant paediatrician, coach, and mentor, says, “Being formally investigated will…
Levetiracetam is a useful alternative to phenytoin for epileptic seizures in children
The studyLyttle MD, Rainford NEA, Gamble C, et al. Levetiracetam versus phenytoin for second-line treatment…
Opinion: Confidentiality orders in drug, device lawsuits harm patients and the public
In 2001, West Virginia became the first state to sue Purdue Pharma, the maker of…
Opinion: Diabetic foot ulcers: a silent killer of veterans
Veterans who survive the horrors of war or the other dangers of military service often…
STAT Plus: Long-neglected gene plays a bigger role in Alzheimer’s than suspected, study shows
Just days after news that an ultra-rare form of a cholesterol-related gene called APOE protected…
More than ever before, Democratic presidential hopefuls want to take on pharma. Here’s how they’d do so
The post below is adapted from a STAT Report, “Democrats and drug pricing,” a deeply…
Girls Not Inferior To Boys In Math Ability, Says New Study
There’s no empirical basis for the perception that women aren’t as good as men in…
Zimbabwe’s Wildlife Severely Affected By Dry Weather
The dry season is continuing to get worse and Zimbabwe’s wildlife is dying as a…
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Scientists Are Worried About The Upcoming Starlink Satellite Megaconstellation, Here’s Why
SpaceX has started launching Starlink satellites in low orbit but are they too bright for…
Unlocking The Science Behind Hit Songs
What’s the science behind “hit songs?” What makes them so pleasurable? Read Original Article: Unlocking…
Can Stress Lead To Indigestion?
Chronic stresss will screw with our digestive system big time. Read Original Article: Can Stress…
End Of Dialysis: Implantable Artificial Kidney Moves Closer To Production
Researchers at UC San Francisco developed a bio-artificial kidney that appeared effective to replace the…
Real Cause Of Neck Pain Found And It’s Not Bad Posture
Studies showed that the real cause of neck pain may not be bad postures as…
This ‘Grecian Goddess’ Snack Reportedly Helps Fight Acne
The “Grecian goddess” snack includes figs, olives and plum, which promise to treat acne by…
Will To Survive: Next Level For AI?
According to two neuroscientists, giving A.I. the ability to have “feelings” is the next step…
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What’s Upper Crossed Syndrome And How Do You Identify It?
Ever heard of upper crossed syndrome? Here’s what you need to know. Read Original Article:…
Ground Beef Causes Salmonella Outbreak: How To Ensure What You Bought Is Safe
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has confirmed another Salmonella outbreak that already…
High Blood Sugar: Telltale Signs You Should Know Now
Suspicious that you’re suffering from high blood sugar? Here are the signs you should look…
Gut Health: Effective Ways To Keep Your Stomach Healthy As You Age
Here’s how to keep your gut health at its peak even as you age. Read…
HIV/AIDS Cure Breakthrough: Drug Eradicates Deadly Virus
A pharmaceutical company submitted a drug application to the Federal Drug Administration to sell a…
Vitamin E Reportedly Behind Vaping Illness Outbreak
Federal health officials found that the presence of vitamin E acetate, an oily, synthetic form…
Nutrition Not Included In Medical Students’ Curriculums Worldwide
An international review found that general physicians lack the knowledge to guide patients on the…
Small Business: Pre-Tax Alternatives To Employee Group Health–QSEHRA – Forbes
Small Business: Pre-Tax Alternatives To Employee Group Health–QSEHRA Forbes Read Original Article: Small Business: Pre-Tax Alternatives…
New weapon in fight against lethal fungi
Researchers have gained insights into how nanoparticles could develop a biosensor to prevent deadly diseases…
Xanax Recall 2019: Possible Contamination Puts Patients At Risk
A batch of contaminated Alprazolam medication was recalled in a preventive measure. Read Original Article:…
Rare Diseases Are Not As Rare As Once Thought
A study calculated the prevalence of rare diseases globally using the Orphanet database. Read Original…
Rare Diseases Are Not As Rare As Once Thought
A study calculated the prevalence of rare diseases globally using the Orphanet database. Read Original…
Can Dengue Be Sexually Transmitted?
Health authorities in Spain reported what could be the world’s first case of sexually transmitted…
Rapper T.I. Admits He Takes Daughter To Yearly ‘Virginity Test’
Netizens criticized rapper T.I. for his recent comments about taking his daughter to the doctor…
Kanye West To Use Algae On Next Yeezy Release
Kanye West plans to use algae harvested from ponds to create the next Yeezy shoes…
Lady Gaga On Her Mental Health: ‘I Was In Physical, Mental And Emotional Pain’
Lady Gaga recalled being “dropped on a street corner” after she was raped “repeatedly” for…
8 Mom-Hacks Using the Amazon Echo with Alexa
The post 8 Mom-Hacks Using the Amazon Echo with Alexa appeared first on and belongs…
Advances in Thyroid Cancer Research
Source: National Cancer Institute – Related MedlinePlus Pages: Thyroid Cancer Read Original Article: Advances in…
Hypnotherapy isn’t magic, but it helps some patients cope with surgery and recovery – The Washington Post
Hypnotherapy isn’t magic, but it helps some patients cope with surgery and recovery The Washington Post…
First Medical Cannabis Graduate Program Offered In Maryland : Shots – Health News – NPR
First Medical Cannabis Graduate Program Offered In Maryland : Shots – Health News NPR Read Original…
STAT Plus: FDA admits it goofed when granting orphan status to an opioid addiction treatment
In an unusual move, the Food and Drug Administration has acknowledged a mistake and revoked…
STAT Plus: Fibrogen discloses new data that eases heart-safety concerns about experimental anemia pill
Fibrogen presented new clinical trial data on Friday that alleviates concerns about the heart safety…
In a breakthrough, health officials identify possible culprit behind vaping illnesses: vitamin E acetate
Health officials have identified a possible culprit behind the spate of vaping-related illnesses that have…
STAT Plus: Former Biogen sales rep, who says she was fired for complaining about off-label marketing, is awarded $6 million
A federal jury in Seattle has awarded nearly $6 million to a former Biogen (BIIB)…
Top Trump official suggests tobacco regulation distracts from FDA mission
WASHINGTON — President Trump’s domestic policy chief on Friday suggested the regulation of tobacco and…
How To End Rebound Headaches From Taking Analgesic Drugs
Rebound headaches or medication-overuse headaches are the result of overusing analgesic drugs. Here are some…
Does Sleeping Poorly Increase Cancer Risk?
The research is mixed on whether sleep deprivation increases risk of cancer or not. Read…