MEDICINE & HEALTH

What Is Dermatographia? Can a Person Be Allergic to Touch?

MEDICINE & HEALTH 02.22.2024 10:00 AM

Some people suffer from a rare condition called dermatographia where lines appear on skin as a reaction to scratches. Read the article to find out more about it.

Women’s Placentas Contain Potentially Toxic Microplastics, Mostly From Plastic Bags and Bottles [Study]

02.22.2024 09:15 AM

Microplastics could impact all mammalian life. Continue reading to know the full story. (Photo: Wikimedia Commons/Oregon State University) Women’s Placentas Contain Potentially Toxic Microplastics, Mostly from Plastic Bags and Bottles [Study] Microplastics are everywhere and have already reached the women's placentas and the developing fetus.

Extreme Heat Waves: How High Temperatures Affect Physical, Mental Health

02.22.2024 03:32 AM

How do extreme heat waves impact physical and mental health? Read to find out. Extremely high temperatures affect the body and mind in various ways. During warm weather, the body attempts to keep its internal temperature normal through sweating.

AI Combined With Medical Imaging To Extract Information About Lung Tumors Provides Virtual Biopsy for Cancer Patients

02.22.2024 02:44 AM

A team of researchers has developed ‘virtual biopsy’ which involves AI-assisted lung cancer assessment. Check this article to find out more.

Cross-Continental Protection: Scientists Engineer a Universal Antivenom for Neutralizing Lethal Snake Venoms Worldwide

02.22.2024 01:19 AM

Scientists crafted a groundbreaking antibody, 95Mat5, neutralizing lethal snake venoms across continents, a pivotal stride toward a universal antivenom. Check it out in this article.

Public Health 'Time Bomb:' Prolonged Exposure to Blue Light From Smartphones, LED Office Lighting Found To Be Toxic, Study Reveals

02.21.2024 21:37 PM

The world today is dominated by blue light, which could yield back effects on physiology. Read to learn more.

Do Conspiracy Theorists Change Their Minds?

02.21.2024 08:11 AM

Conspiracy theorists could change their mind, according to a study. Continue reading to learn more. (Photo: Pexels/RDNE Stock project) Do Conspiracy Theorists Change Their Minds? Conspiracy theorists are those who propose or believe in a conspiracy theory.

Novel Radiotracer Maps the Way Cells Use Fructose for Energy, Offers Better Method of Early Disease Detection

02.21.2024 07:13 AM

Researchers from the University of Ottawa have developed a new radiotracer which can detect cancers and inflammations of the heart and brain. Learn more about it in this article

What Is Frostbite? Understanding the Chilling Effects of Extreme Cold on Your Skin and Body

02.21.2024 07:11 AM

Discover frostbite symptoms, along with crucial preventive measures and steps on what to do, in this article on protecting yourself from extreme cold.

New Free Tool Can Help Identify Those Most at Risk of Workplace Burnout

02.21.2024 03:40 AM

An international team of researchers developed a Burnout Assessment Tool (BAT) that could help determine those most at risk of workplace burnout. Continue reading to learn more.

Menstrual Pain Explained: Why Are Periods Painful?

02.21.2024 01:15 AM

There are some people who have a higher risk of experiencing more painful periods. Read to learn more.

Stem Cell Therapy For Diabetic Wound Healing Developed by Researchers Could Offer Faster, More Effective Solution

02.20.2024 23:47 PM

Researchers were able to come up with a new approach for treating diabetic wounds that could potentially reduce the burden faced by patients all over the world. Read to learn more.

FDA Approves First Drug For Treating Multiple Severe Food Allergies

02.20.2024 21:39 PM

While the drug can help combat dangerous allergic reactions due to several food triggers, the FDA stressed that strict allergen avoidance is still necessary. Read to learn more.

Animals Used in Research: What Species Are Commonly Studied in Laboratories?

02.20.2024 07:02 AM

In conducting research studies, animal models are chosen based on their relevance to the human conditions that are being studied. Read the article to find out more.

Vitamin B3 Overdose Could Increase Risk of Heart Attack, Stroke

02.20.2024 06:06 AM

Consuming too much vitamin B3 is not healthy for the heart. Continue reading to learn more. (Photo: Pexels/Anna Shvets) Vitamin B3 Overdose Could Increase Risk of Heart Attack, Stroke Vitamin B3 offers several health benefits.

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