Mpox kills two, six other Cameroon cases: govt Cases of the mpox virus have killed two people in Cameroon since April with six further and 40 other suspected cases, the health ministry said Wednesday. Sep 11, 2024 0 0
C.Africa records 'unprecedented' dengue outbreak Authorities have recorded an "unprecedented" 13 dengue cases in Central Africa's capital Bangui and the surrounding area since July, the country's health minister Pierre Somse said. Sep 11, 2024 0 0
No-sleep challenge: The dangers of sleep deprivation Most of us will be all too familiar with that dopey, groggy feeling of being tired after a restless night. Some social media users have taken tiredness to the extreme, however, by taking part in what they call a "no-sleep ... Sep 11, 2024 0 0
Study shows cardiovascular health benefits can begin shortly after quitting smoking Quitting cigarettes can significantly lower a person's risk of atrial fibrillation (AFib) compared to those who continue to smoke, according to a study published in JACC: Clinical Electrophysiology. The findings show that ... Sep 11, 2024 0 1
Atrial fibrillation estimated to be three times more common than previously thought Atrial fibrillation, a rapid, irregular heart beat that can lead to stroke or sudden death, is three times more common than previously thought, affecting nearly 5% of the population, or 10.5 million U.S. adults, according ... Sep 11, 2024 0 109
Research team develops the prosthesis of the future, the first in the world with magnetic control It is the first magnetically controlled prosthetic hand that allows amputees to reproduce all movements simply by thinking and to control the force applied when grasping fragile objects. No wires, no electrical connection, ... Sep 11, 2024 0 34
Study reveals how antibiotics contribute to inflammatory bowel disease risk In a study published in Science Advances, Dr. Shai Bel and his research team at the Azrieli Faculty of Medicine of Bar-Ilan University have uncovered crucial insights into how antibiotic use increases the risk of inflammatory ... Sep 11, 2024 0 62
Athletes' bodies are supposedly temples. So why do so many consume ultra-processed foods? Even the most casual sports fan would have seen athletes gulping down sports drinks after a contest or even snacking on something like a protein ball or energy gel during a break. Sep 11, 2024 0 0
Regulatory T cells enhance tissue healing in mouse model Investigators are constantly aiming to identify new therapeutic approaches for regenerative medicine. Recent strategies have focused on harnessing the power of the body's own tissue healing and repair mechanisms, including ... Sep 11, 2024 0 38
The Princess of Wales wants to stay cancer-free—what does this mean? Catherine, Princess of Wales, has announced she has now completed a course of preventive chemotherapy. Sep 11, 2024 0 0
