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Hot days can seriously affect seniors' health
"Is it hot enough for you?"
Jul 24, 2017
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Immunology
Researchers chart pathway to 'rejuvenating' immune cells to fight cancers and infections
St. Jude Children's Research Hospital immunologists have discovered how immune cells called T cells become "exhausted"—unable to do their jobs of attacking invaders such as cancer cells or viruses. The finding is important ...
Jun 27, 2017
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Study shows telomere shortening in youth with higher pollution exposure
Children and teens exposed to high levels of traffic-related air pollution have evidence of a specific type of DNA damage called telomere shortening, reports a study in the May Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine.
May 24, 2017
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Immunology
Researchers pinpoint how diesel fumes could cause 'flare up' of respiratory symptoms
Scientists have shown how diesel fumes trigger respiratory reflexes which could potentially worsen underlying conditions, such as asthma.
May 22, 2017
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Psychology & Psychiatry
Scientists discover biological evidence of 'atypical' chronic fatigue syndrome
Scientists at the Center for Infection and Immunity (CII) at Columbia University's Mailman School of Public Health are the first to report immune signatures differentiating two subgroups of myalgic encephalomyelitis/chronic ...
Apr 4, 2017
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Health
More support needed for nurses facing mistreatment at work
New research suggests that nurses need more help dealing with disrespectful behaviour from colleagues if patient care is to be maintained.
Oct 19, 2016
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Heat waves hit seniors hardest
(HealthDay)—As much of the Northeast struggles with a heat wave that isn't expected to ease until the middle of this week, here are some expert tips on how to spot heat stroke.
Aug 16, 2016
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After-hours work email no friend of the family
(HealthDay)—Picture this: It's Saturday morning. You're in the bleachers watching your kid play soccer. But, instead of enjoying the game, you're bracing for a barrage of emails from the boss, because that's her style.
Aug 10, 2016
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How to keep children healthy and hydrated during the extreme summer heat
The National Weather Service recently issued several heat advisories for the Richmond area in response to a week's worth of forecasted temperatures that exceeded 90 degrees. Such oppressive heat poses health threats to the ...
Jul 28, 2016
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Knowing the signs of heatstroke can save your life
These scorching dog days of summer are a reminder of the danger of heat-related illnesses.
Jul 26, 2016
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