Health
Sore throat? Try these 5 home remedies for relief
Sore throats are commonplace during cold and flu season, but luckily there are lots of home remedies that can help ease your misery, doctors say.
Dec 11, 2023
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Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
Neurotoxin BMAA found in dust from Great Salt Lake
In a startling discovery, researchers have identified a chronic neurotoxin known as BMAA in dust particles from the Great Salt Lake's dried lakebed. This toxin, linked to neurodegenerative illnesses, has become a significant ...
Nov 15, 2023
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Cardiology
PREPARE II trial results measure effectiveness of fluid bolus to prevent circulatory failure
New findings from University of Alabama at Birmingham researchers provide new details that may determine whether implementing a fluid bolus before tracheal intubations prevents circulatory failure.
Jun 22, 2022
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Immunology
Trees are blooming and allergies aren't far behind
Cedar, Maple and Junipers are among the trees showing their buds across the Tristate, a telltale sign that allergies are also in tow.
Mar 29, 2021
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Health
Road salt good for winter driving, bad for wells
(HealthDay)—The salt that makes icy roads safe in winter may not be so good for your drinking water, researchers report.
Dec 26, 2017
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Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
31 in Fla. infected by bacteria in salt water
State health department officials say 31 people across Florida have been infected this year by a potentially deadly, yet common bacteria that lives in salt water—and 10 of those people have died.
Oct 11, 2013
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Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
Don't let chronic heartburn spoil your Thanksgiving feast
(HealthDay) —Planning on seconds at Thanksgiving Day dinner this year? If you suffer from chronic heartburn—clinically known as gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)—a few steps may help minimize the aftereffects.
Nov 27, 2014
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Cardiology
Simple blood tests lead to improved hypertension treatment in African countries
Using two simple blood tests, Western University researchers were able to drastically improve treatment for resistant hypertension across three sites in Nigeria, Kenya and South Africa.
May 2, 2017
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Health
Understanding iodine in nutrition
I studied it in school. I know it is a micronutrient that the body needs in teeny tiny amounts. But I hadn't thought much more about iodine until I was told to temporarily avoid it for an upcoming medical test.
Dec 15, 2023
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Medical research
Newly discovered brain circuit controls an aversion to salty tastes
Sodium in the form of table salt helps make French fries a tasty snack and bacon a delicious indulgence, but it is also a vital nutrient for the proper functioning of our bodies, playing a role in the movement of your muscles, ...
Nov 20, 2023
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