Antivaccination movement exploits public’s distrust in scientific authority
Perera and colleagues urge us to learn from the surge of self-organising networks that are…
Month: December 2019
Band of sisters: the female doctors who became war heroes against the odds
In the summer of 1914 the British War Office turned down a generous offer from…
Cardiologist association withdraws support for stent advice after controversy over study
The European Association for Cardiothoracic Surgery (EACTS) has withdrawn support for guidance on stents that…
Dogs and cats and miniature ponies, oh my! Meet the therapy pets
Therapy pets are in demand these days—and not just at Christmas. Staff may be in…
Youth activism for health: taking the future into their own hands
In September 2019, Greta Thunberg, a 16 year old Swedish schoolgirl and activist, took to…
Best Exercise To Prevent Dementia
Regular physical exercise can reduce your risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease by up to 50…
Looking At The Science Of ‘Star Wars’
With ‘Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker’ almost hitting theaters, actual science experts and physicists…
Sloppy Is Better: The Science Of Gift Wrapping
Per a new research, wrapping a gift sloppily can make a person like the present…
Purdue, maker of OxyContin, quietly splits ways with PhRMA as it pulls back from lobbying
WASHINGTON — Purdue Pharma, the embattled opioid maker, has quietly split ways with PhRMA, the…
And now, your nominees for worst biopharma CEO of 2019. Let the voting begin!
I feel a touch of shame admitting that I enjoy compiling my annual list of…
STAT Plus: In novel partnership with cancer group, biotech venture firm doles out grants for research
The whole point of a biotech venture capital firm is to make money for itself…
Female researchers are less likely than men to frame their work with positive words, study finds
Are men more impressed with their own scientific research than women? Or are women warned…
STAT Plus: Bankrupt uBiome preliminarily sells patents for 1% of the poop-testing startup’s original valuation
Bankrupt microbiome-testing startup uBiome, once valued at $600 million by Silicon Valley investors, preliminarily sold…
STAT Plus: Lawmakers say a Lilly program to offer half-price insulin is a bust
Several months ago, Eli Lilly (LLY) launched a new version of its Humalog insulin at…
STAT Plus: Axsome’s depression drug succeeds in late-stage trial
An experimental pill from Axsome Therapeutics had a rapid and significant effect on major depression…
Coffee And Dementia: Can Morning Drink Save Your Memory?
New study suggests consumption of up to 5 cups of coffee per day could help…
Men More Likely To Praise Their Scientific Work Than Women, Study Shows
Per a new study, male scientists are more likely to describe their scientific works as…
How Big Numbers Pushed The World To Start Talking More About Nature
Some pretty big numbers from all over the world made the news this 2019, urging…
Obesity Epidemic: Adding Exercise Advice On Food Labels May Aid Weight Loss
A new study suggests that manufacturers add new labels to food packaging explaining what exercise…
Why You Won’t Catch The Flu And A Cold At The Same Time
A new study revealed a remarkable relationship between the common cold and the flu virus….
Stroke Risk Increases When People Take Long Naps, Over 9 Hours Of Sleep
Taking more than 90 minutes of naps during the day and sleeping for more than…
ISS Astronauts To Receive Cannabis From SpaceX In 2020
SpaceX is scheduled to send cannabis plants to the International Space Station in March 2020 to help…
Salad Recall 2019: States Affected By Contaminated Products Revealed
The CDC warned that the health risk is high amid the recall of salad products…
Effective Ways To Regulate Seasonal Affective Disorder
The symptoms of seasonal affective disorder commonly start to appear in the late fall and…
Complexity Of Vision Cells Shown By Mice Watching Film Noir
A new research that made mice react to film noir scenes revealed the visual cells…
Hemp Oil: Science-Backed Health Benefits You Should Know Now
Here are some of the best health benefits one can get from hemp oil extract….
What’s The Best Diet If You Want To Live Longer?
Can a Japanese diet help increase your longevity? Science weighs in. Read Original Article: What’s…
Eating This Vegetable Lowers Mortality Risk By 23%
Want to live longer? Here’s the burn-inducing vegetable that you should give a go. Read…
This Lifestyle Habit Is Making Kids Fat, Not Excessive Eating
A new study shows that watching TV is the top reason why children become overweight…
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Fish Antibiotics: Why Many Americans Take Them Over Doctor Checkups
Research shows that Americans are now taking antibiotics designed for pet fish to treat their…
The Benefits Of Prenatal Yoga – WGN TV Chicago
The Benefits Of Prenatal Yoga WGN TV Chicago Read Original Article: The Benefits Of Prenatal Yoga…
Ashley Graham says she’s ‘never felt better’ since gaining 50 pounds during pregnancy – USA TODAY
Ashley Graham says she’s ‘never felt better’ since gaining 50 pounds during pregnancy USA TODAY Ashley…
Woman finds out about pregnancy days before delivery – WTAE Pittsburgh
Woman finds out about pregnancy days before delivery WTAE Pittsburgh Read Original Article: Woman finds out…
Porsha Williams’ fiancé Dennis McKinley blames cheating on pregnancy sex – Page Six
Porsha Williams’ fiancé Dennis McKinley blames cheating on pregnancy sex Page Six Read Original Article: Porsha…
The effect of taking antidepressants during pregnancy – Medical Xpress
The effect of taking antidepressants during pregnancy Medical Xpress Read Original Article: The effect of taking…
Taking antidepressants during pregnancy could result in kids with sensory issues, mouse study finds – Daily Mail
Taking antidepressants during pregnancy could result in kids with sensory issues, mouse study finds Daily Mail…
News in Brief 16 December 2019
Global Refugee Forum opens in Geneva WFP reports 50 per cent scale-up in Yemen Harness…
Merck Receives Positive EU CHMP Opinion for RECARBRIO™ (imipenem, cilastatin, and relebactam) for the Treatment of Infections Due to Aerobic Gram-Negative Organisms in Adults with Limited Treatment Options
Dateline City: KENILWORTH, N.J. Merck (NYSE:MRK), known as MSD outside the United States and Canada,…
More than 1 in 3 low- and middle-income countries face both extremes of malnutrition
Being undernourished or overweight are no longer separate public health issues. A new article details…
High Levels Of Blood Fat Could Damage Organs Over Time
A new study found that an inflammatory response could be triggered by high triglyceride concentration…
Sick Turkmen Avoiding Treatment And Using ‘Alternative’ Methods Due To Pricey Surgery, Medicine – Radio Free Europe/ Radio Liberty
Sick Turkmen Avoiding Treatment And Using ‘Alternative’ Methods Due To Pricey Surgery, Medicine Radio Free Europe/…
AM BestTV: State Legislators Prep to Address Flood, Alternative Health Insurance Coverage, Says Head of NCOIL – Business Wire
AM BestTV: State Legislators Prep to Address Flood, Alternative Health Insurance Coverage, Says Head of…
Ask the Doctor: Neurologists; New Year’s Resolutions; Focusing
Q: I feel as though my memory struggles are more than just age-related lapses. Should…
Antioxidants Help Protect the Brain, but Should Be Consumed in Moderation Only
They include vitamins C and E and carotenoids, a type of plant chemical that gives…
Childhood Test Scores May Predict Adult Cognitive Skills
In an effort to better understand age-related changes in memory and thinking skills, researchers in…
News Briefs: Poor Sleep; Depression Treatment; Gift Wrapping
A Good Night’s Sleep May Help Ease Anxiety Symptoms, While Poor Sleep Worsens Them If…
Blood Pressure Control: What’s Good for the Heart Is Good for Brain Health and Memory
Blood pressure is usually thought of as a cardiovascular concern, but maintaining a healthy blood…
Monday’s Daily Brief: anti-corruption conference, refugees’ summit, food extremes, Yemen aid
Our top stories for Monday include: major international conference on anti-corruption underway; first ever Global…
Smart intersections could cut autonomous car congestion
Researchers have developed a first-of-its-kind model to control traffic and intersections in order to increase…
Uncertain role of natural gas in the transition to clean energy
A new study examines the opposing roles of natural gas in the battle against climate…