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Parkinson’s Disease Groundbreaking Study Revealed That Nerve-Killing Proteins Cause The Condition

There has been made new developments in the understanding of neurodegenerative disorders in the past few years. A recent groundbreaking study was made on Parkinson’s disease and the origins of the condition. Parkinson’s disease is a degenerative disorder of the…

June 28, 2019 · by Asheley Rice · 0

Common Drugs Boost The Risks Of Dementia, New Research Revealed

A new study realized by specialists from the University of Nottingham and financed by the NIHR School for Primary Care Research discovered that the patients that have been taking anticholinergic drugs in the past three years or more and are…

June 26, 2019 · by Asheley Rice · 0

Ocean Bacteria Affect The Human Skin Microbiome When We Swim And Prone Us To Infections

A new study elaborated by researchers from the University of California claims that exposure to the oceanic water can affect the microbiome of the human skin negatively, by altering its structure and composition. When you swim in the ocean, healthy…

June 25, 2019 · by Anna Daniels · 0

Excessive Smartphone Usage Promotes The Growth Of Horn-Like Bones In Young Adults

Researchers have discovered a peculiar and gruesome effect of excessive smartphone usage. The severe impact of technology use has led to a rise in young adults growing ‘horn-like’ bones at the back of the skull. Young people grow horn-like bones…

June 24, 2019 · by Asheley Rice · 0

Prolonged Working Hours To Boost Risks Of Stroke

A study conducted by researchers from the American Heart Association explores the connections between prolonged working hours and increased risks of stroke. It is well-known that the average American works between 47 to 50 hours per week. In some cases,…

June 21, 2019 · by Anna Daniels · 0

Blood Pressure Medication Might Protect Against Alzheimer’s Disease

The treatment with blood pressure medication can improve the blood flow in the brain region that is causing Alzheimer’s disease. The clinical trial gives these findings, and the researchers don’t know if the outcomes can be beneficial for patients. The…

June 19, 2019 · by Jeffrey Olmsted · 0

Heart Attacks Boost Risks Of Cognitive Decline, New Study Revealed

New studies are showing that after a heart attack, the brain is affected alongside the body. The research is showing that 6% of people are experiencing cognitive decline after a heart attack or angina. The study appears in the Journal…

June 19, 2019 · by Asheley Rice · 0

Scientists Spotted Two Enzymes That Convert Blood Type A To Type 0

A team of researchers from the University of British Columbia has managed to reach an impressive feat. The scientists found two types of enzymes which can be used in tandem to convert type A blood into type 0. The enzymes…

June 18, 2019 · by Jeffrey Olmsted · 0

Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm Medical Treatment Found In A Canadian Breakthrough Study

In a new Canadian breakthrough study, the researchers from the University of Alberta revealed how a peptide known as apelin reduces the risks of abdominal aortic aneurysms and, therefore, decreasing the mortality risks in mice subjects. According to the scientists…

June 17, 2019 · by Vadim Caraiman · 0

Maternal Obesity Might Impact The Development of Breastfeeding Infants

A team of researchers elaborated a new study which infers that babies born by obese or overweight women may run into growth problems during the breastfeeding stage. The problems stem from changes which affect the balance of inflammatory and hormonal…

June 15, 2019 · by Anna Daniels · 0

Breakfast Cereals Contain Weed Killers, According To New Research

A new report claims that a large number of cereals feature trace amounts of a controversial herbicide which may be linked to an increased risk of cancer. An environmental advocacy group elaborated the report. The group, which has ties to…

June 13, 2019 · by Asheley Rice · 0

The World of Medicine: Steps to Open Your Own Private Medical Practice

Were you one of the kids in elementary school that said you wanted to be a doctor when you grew up? Maybe you were, maybe you weren’t but at some point in your life you developed a passion to help…

June 13, 2019 · by Jeffrey Olmsted · 0

Russians Plan To Create CRISPR-edited Human Embryos

Russian researchers are seeking approval for the use of CRISPR, a powerful gene-editing tool, to come up with CRISPR-edited human embryos and create genetically-improved babies. The Russians plan comes a few months after another researcher, in this case from China,…

June 12, 2019 · by Jeffrey Olmsted · 0

Vitamin D Doesn’t Halts The Progression Of Type 2 Diabetes In Patients With Prediabetes

A new study shows that people who are at high risk of developing diabetes and supplement with vitamin D3 but do not lack vitamin D, do not lower their chances of developing the illness, in comparison to placebo. The results…

June 10, 2019 · by Asheley Rice · 0

Best Netflix Nutrition Documentaries That You Can Still Watch In 2021

Netflix is the most appreciated streaming service, at this time, and is commonly linked with many cool TV series and movies. Netflix, the American video on demand service, that we all want to have on our TVs, PCs, or our…

June 9, 2019 · by Jeffrey Olmsted · 0