Sunday, 3 December 2023

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  • Doctor warns you could be taking vitamin D wrong – risk of a deficiency - Dr Ellie on why people should be taking Vitamin D supplements Certain vitamins and minerals are essential for our health and wellbeing. One such vital nutrient is vitamin D, which helps keep our teeth, bones and muscles healthy. Most of the vitamin D our body needs we can get from...
  • It’s beginning to look a lot like burnout: How to take care of yourself before the holidays start - It’s getting towards the time of the year when you might feel more overwhelmed than usual. There are work projects to finish and perhaps exams in the family. Not to mention the pressures of organizing holidays or gifts. Burnout is a real possibility. Burnout is defined by the World Health...
  • Study shows how aging affects communication between skin cells - Reviewed A new research paper was published on the cover of Aging (listed by MEDLINE/PubMed as "Aging (Albany NY)" and "Aging-US" by Web of Science) Volume 15, Issue 22, entitled, "Chronological aging impacts abundance, function and microRNA content of extracellular vesicles produced by human epidermal keratinocytes." The disturbance of intercellular...
  • Eating beans found to improve gut health, regulate immune and inflammatory processes in colorectal cancer survivors - Incorporating navy beans into the diet of colorectal cancer (CRC) survivors has the potential to positively impact both gut and host health by modulating markers linked to obesity and disease, according to new research from The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center. The findings published today in eBioMedicine, revealed...
  • Breakthrough in 3D printing could enable access to personalized prosthetic devices anywhere in the world - https://youtube.com/watch?v=99kOaXyO850%3Fcolor%3Dwhite Source: Read Full Article Related posts: Unbeatable protection against cancer: Every second Tumor-Suffering would be so avoidable Ransomware attack leaves 5 years of patient records inaccessible at Colo. hospital Mucormycosis: Why are Covid-19 patients being affected by black fungus infection? Veteran BBC Radio 1 DJ 'Diddy' David Hamilton has...
  • ACC/AHA Issue Updated Atrial Fibrillation Guideline - The American College of Cardiology (ACC), the American Heart Association (AHA), the American College of Chest Physicians (ACCP), and the Heart Rhythm Society (HRS) have issued an updated guideline for preventing and optimally managing atrial fibrillation (AF). The 2023 ACC/AHA/ACCP/HRS Guideline for Diagnosis and Management of Atrial Fibrillation was published...
  • In Congress, calls mount for Social Security to address clawbacks - Reviewed An investigation by KFF Health News and Cox Media Group gained further traction on Capitol Hill this week as additional members of Congress formally demanded answers from the Social Security Administration about billions of dollars it mistakenly paid to beneficiaries — and then ordered they repay. Two members of...
  • Direct-to-consumer businesses promoting unproven stem cell and gene-based interventions, researchers warn - Desperate consumers seek unregulated interventions Clinics often sell ‘pricey placebo effect’ Aggressive marketing tactics in Sunbelt states Not an easy fix Source: Read Full Article Related posts: The unsettling way vitamin B12 deficiency can worsen in a matter of months – signs to spot Drowning top cause of young child...
  • Night shift workers need support to manage weight and metabolic health conditions, says study - Personal—time constraints, fatigue, stress Social—work routines and cultural norms Organizational—work-related fatigue, lack of routine, limited healthy food options at night, lack of meal breaks Community—limited healthy food options surrounding work at night. Source: Read Full Article Related posts: 'At 237 Lbs., I Was Embarrassed To Go To The Gym. So...
  • Not all disabilities are visible and I know first-hand - TO THOSE who pass me by on the street and smile at my newborn baby cuddled in my arms, I must look like any other young mum. But online I have another identity altogether – to my tens of thousands of social media followers, I am simply known as “Stoma...
Personal Health

How To Find That Special Link To Connect With Other...

A lot of experiences are universal. Simply put, you are not the first to go through an experience, either good or bad, and you won’t be the last person. More than we even admit,  humans have a lot of experi...

Cancer genomics database recognized as global biodata resource

A vast database of cancer genomics knowledge started by Washington University scientists has been named a Global Core Biodata Resource by the Global Biodata Coalition. Led by twin brothers Malachi Griffith, PhD...

Garcia named best Latinx department head

Benjamin A. Garcia, PhD, the Raymond H. Wittcoff Distinguished Professor and head of the Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biophysics at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis, was named b...

Newberry named Danforth WashU Physician-Scientist Scholar

Rodney D. Newberry, MD, the Dr. Nicholas V. Costrini Professor of Gastroenterology and Inflammatory Bowel Disease at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis, has been named a William H. Danforth W...
Health Problems

AI-Powered Genomic Analysis: Revolutionizing the Detection of Genetic Mutations

Introduction Understanding genetic mutations    The power of AI in genomics analysis   Applications in healthcare and industry   The future of genetic muta...

What to Know About Processed and Ultra-Processed Foods

Defining processed and ultra-processed foodsDispelling the myth around processed foodsNutritional content and impactUnderstanding food labelsThe role of processed and ultra-processed foods in modern dietsConclu...

What are IRF6-Related Disorders?

Cause and symptomsIRF6-GeneEpidemiologyCase reportDiagnosis and treatmentReferencesFurther reading IRF6 (Interferon regulatory factor-6)-related disorders are a group of orofacial clefting conditions, including...

What is Oculo-Auriculo-Vertebral Spectrum?

Oculo-auriculo-vertebral spectrum or OAVS is a developmental disorder of craniofacial morphogenesis. Although the origin of OAVS is not yet identified, it is likely complex. Image Credit: Portrait Image Asia/Sh...
Family Health

Did You Know Chicory Root Has All These Health Benefits?

Are you familiar with chicory? If not, you might also not be aware of the many benefits of its roots. Chicory is part of the dandelion family. The plant has woodlike texture, often with bright blue flowers. Som...

Snap Up These Prime Day Deals on Lego Sets for...

With Amazon Prime Day in full swing this week, parents – and just about anyone with an important kid in their life – should be thrilled to know that yes, there are plenty of Lego deals to be had. Ba...

These Foods Will Make Your Eyes Healthier

Everyone, youbg and old, needs to take good care of their body. You need to consciously look out for your personal health and not just defer caring for a particular body part till when you attain a certain...

Here Are Five Reasons Why You Need Vitamin D

Vitamin D benefit muscular function, bone health, and cardiovascular system. But can a deficiency of Vitamin D cause any type of illness? Vitamin D is perhaps the easiest to procure – simply walk out and enjo...

Teenage Skin Problems & How To Deal With Them

Teenagers go through a lot of skin changes and transformations when they hit puberty. With all the hormonal changes their bodies are undergoing, it is common for teenagers to face many skin problems that could ...
Kids Health

Thomas Rhett Is Melting Hearts With This Sweet Memory of...

Thomas Rhett has us feeling all ooey gooey on the inside after sharing a memory of meeting his adopted daughter Willa. During a recent appearance on an episode of Kevin Bacon’s podcast, Six...

12 Facts to Know About Serena Williams' Daughter Olympia

Alexis Olympia Ohanian Jr. is the eldest daughter of Serena Williams and Alexis Ohanian, and she’s been the apple of the couple’s eyes ever since she arrived earthside. Born on September 1, 2017, Ol...

Keke Palmer Is Teaching Baby Leodis About Privilege & It’s...

You’re never too young to start learning about privilege! Keke Palmer is teacher her 6-month-old baby Leodis about how to use the things he’s been given to help out the world, and it’s such a ...

Sophie Turner & Daughter Willa Keep It Low-Key on an...

Amid her divorce from estranged husband Joe Jonas, Sophie Turner has been enjoying some quality girl time. The Game of Thrones alum was spotted grabbing dinner with Taylor Swift (another one of Jonas’s ex...

Chrissy Teigen Shares Heartwarming Behind-The-Scenes Family Photos From Her Vow...

Chrissy Teigen and John Legend celebrated their 10-year anniversary in a major way: with a vow renewal ceremony! The couple brought all four of their kids to the party in Lake Como, Italy, and Teigen shared som...