Microchip That Can Test in Real-Time Stress Levels Using Blood, Developed

Medicine & Technology Jul 09, 2021

Researchers from Rutgers University have just developed a microchip that uses nanosensors to measure, in real-time, the stress hormone levels using a single drop of blood.

Loneliness in Older Adults Detrimental to One's Health, May Result to Shorter Life

Jul 07, 2021

Research suggests that a person's perceived loneliness has detrimental implications on their life expectancy, especially in older adults.

Sweet Drinks Potentially Contribute to Elevated Colon Cancer in Young Adults, According to Research

Jul 06, 2021

New studies on diet and women recently suggested that sweet drinks are possible contributors to elevated colon cancer in young adults.

Pineapple Eating: One Side Effect to Watch Out For

Jul 02, 2021

Despite the benefits and the fact that pineapple is good for the health, it may also bring trouble. Even though the said summer fruit does not contain enough bromelain.

British Man 'Buckled' Penis Vertically in World's First Documented Case of Vertical Penile Fracture

Jul 02, 2021

A UK man who was previously reported to have broken his penis during sexual intercourse has recently landed himself a medical first with the only documented case of a vertical penile fracture.

Stem Cell Breakthrough: First-Ever Lab Grown Mouse Embryo with Diverse Cell Type

Jun 29, 2021

Researchers from the University of Virginia have developed the first-ever lab-grown mouse embryo made with several stem cell types featuring the nervous system, gut, and heartbeat.

Weight-Loss Device That Can Help You Reduce 14 Pounds in Just 2 Weeks; Scientists Show How It Effectively Works

Jun 29, 2021

In an astonishing effort to control the obesity epidemic, researchers have developed a weight-loss device that utilizes magnets and locking bolts to fasten teeth together.

Spinal Cord Implant: Scientists Develop Inflatable Electronic Device Suited for Severe Chronic Back Pain Treatment

Jun 28, 2021

Scientists recently showed a captivating new design for an extremely small, inflatable spinal cord implant, suited for chronic back pain treatment that does not react to the medication.

Experts Say Drinking Cola Mixed With Paracetamol Won't Cause Miscarriage, Cure Depression

Jun 26, 2021

Health experts say there is no credible evidence that drinking cola mixed with paracetamol can treat depression or anxiety nor cause miscarriage among pregnant women.

Breast Implants: 6-Year Study Shows How the Procedure Impacts Immune Response

Jun 24, 2021

Bioengineers collaborated on a six-year study that methodically examined how the surface architecture of breast implants is influencing the development of negative impacts, including an extraordinary lymphoma type.

Tapeworm Caused Parasitic Disease, Alveolar Echinococcosis, is Making its Way to North America, Warns Canadian Researchers

Jun 23, 2021

Canadian researchers warn that a strain of cancer-like tapeworm is making its way to North America and is likely to have originated from dogs imported from Europe. 7 cases have been reported of human Alveolar echinococcosis in the US.

Tuberculosis Outbreak Due to Donated Bone Grafts Reported by CDC and FDA Health Officials

Jun 21, 2021

The FDA and CDC have issued a voluntary recall of a single lot of bone grafts coming from a single donor cadaver that is suspected of causing the recent bizarre tuberculosis outbreak in over 20 states.

Arterial Stiffening in Children: Study Links Moderate, Vigorous Physical Activity to Improvement of the Condition

Jun 21, 2021

Recent research showed an association of moderate, vigorous physical activity to curbing arterial stiffening in children.

What Causes Green Fungus Infection, and How Can You Prevent It?

Jun 19, 2021

Green fungus or Aspergillosis is a type of mold that is often harmless to many. However, if you have cystic fibrosis, asthma, or have a weakened immune system it could lead to serious health conditions.

Respiratory Syncytial Virus: CDC Says Older Infants, Toddlers More Likely to Develop Severe Illness Linked to It

Jun 18, 2021

The CDC recently released a health advisory after seeing a rise in the occurrence of Respiratory Syncytial Virus, more typically known as RSV, throughout the southern United States.