Health
What are back spasms, and can they be treated?
"Oh, my aching back!" Everyone has uttered these words at some point, in response to the sharp, sudden pain that comes with back spasms.
Jun 22, 2023
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Oncology & Cancer
Heat therapy to aid the treatment of cancer, organ transplant and autoimmune diseases
Heat therapy may be a promising treatment in the fight against cancer, autoimmune problems and efforts to avoid organ rejection in transplant patients, according to researchers at the University of Kentucky. The research ...
Aug 30, 2017
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Oncology & Cancer
A bandage with magnetic nanofibres that kills skin cancer cells with heat
Researchers from the Indian Institute of Science (IISc) have developed a non-invasive bandage made with magnetic nanofibres to treat skin cancer by administering heat to the tumor cells.
Oct 8, 2020
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Obstetrics & gynaecology
Experts lay out options for menopause symptoms
(HealthDay)—Women bothered by hot flashes or other effects of menopause have a number of treatment options—hormonal or not, according to updated guidelines from the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists.
Dec 23, 2013
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Obstetrics & gynaecology
Could sauna time help curb weight gain during menopause?
A 30-minute sauna or warm bubble bath every day might help women of a certain age fend off unwanted weight gain.
Jul 3, 2024
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Medical research
Heat therapy boosts mitochondrial function in muscles
A new study finds that long-term heat therapy may increase mitochondrial function in the muscles. The discovery could lead to new treatments for people with chronic illness or disease. The study—the first of its kind in ...
Jul 31, 2018
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Oncology & Cancer
Q&A: Tips for cancer patients to stay safe in the summer
I have diabetes and high blood pressure. I take medication but have committed to a healthier lifestyle, including daily walks outside, swimming and other outdoor activities with my family. Recently, I was diagnosed with breast ...
Aug 9, 2023
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Oncology & Cancer
Breast cancer clinical trial tests combo of heat shock protein inhibitor and hormonal therapy
Pushed to the brink of survival, the hyper-driven cells of a cancerous tumor tap into an ancient system that has helped organisms cope with internal stresses and environmental challenges since life began. As an integral part ...
May 22, 2012
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Cardiology
Space technology can help patients walk around their neighborhood
The countdown and final checklist review happen every morning for Stephen Scott.
Mar 22, 2019
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Oncology & Cancer
Carbon oxide gas boosts photothermal therapy under mild temperature
Photothermal therapy (PTT) is a safe cancer hyperthermia strategy that utilizes photothermal conversion agents to convert light energy into heat to ablate cancer cells.
Aug 1, 2022
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