HOUSTON– The end of the fentanyl crisis may be in sight, thanks to a team of researchers in Texas who claim to have successfully developed a vaccine that could be a “game changer” in addiction treatment. A team led by the University of Houston has developed a vaccine against fentanyl that can prevent the synthetic … Read more
Most sports enthusiasts have one particular part of their body that is their main focus. For some people, it’s a fat waist. Others spend a lot of time strengthening flabby arms. Another frustrating problem to deal with during workouts is man boobs, also known as “moobs.” If you fall into this frustrating category, here we … Read more
Comment on this story Remark Smartphone technology can detect heart irregularities and listen for a cough to signal potential health problems. Soon it may help identify stroke symptoms. Stroke experts said they hope this technology can help educate people about the signs of stroke and encourage them to seek medical help more quickly. Researchers have … Read more
Comment on this story Remark Richard Sima returns next week. Spending time in nature – even just two hours a week – has been linked to several health benefits. It appears to support healthy aging and has been linked to improved cognitive function, blood pressure, mental health and sleep, among other things. Now, a study … Read more
Heart disease, also known as cardiovascular disease, is one of the leading causes of death worldwide. It refers to a group of conditions that affect the heart and blood vessels, including coronary artery disease, heart failure, and cardiac arrhythmias. Research has identified suPAR as a protein that contributes to the development of atherosclerosis and kidney … Read more
NEW YORK — U.S. health officials are advising people to stop using over-the-counter eye drops that have been linked to an outbreak of drug-resistant infections. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention sent out a health alert to doctors Wednesday night, saying the outbreak has affected at least 55 people in 12 states. One died. … Read more
NEW YORK (AP) — U.S. health officials are advising people to stop using over-the-counter eye drops that have been linked to an outbreak of drug-resistant infections. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention sent out a health alert to doctors Wednesday night, saying the outbreak has affected at least 55 people in 12 states. One … Read more
Scientists develop smartphone app that notices stroke symptoms as they happen – looking at drooping faces and slurred speech By Xantha Leatham Deputy science editor for The Daily Mail published: 11:16 AM EST, February 2, 2023 | Updated: 11:19 AM EST, February 2, 2023 In the US, one person has a stroke every 40 seconds, … Read more
New York and New Jersey are among 12 states involved in a minor outbreak of a “highly” drug-resistant bacteria, according to an alert released Wednesday evening by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The CDC has linked several cases to EzriCare Artificial Tears, a brand of over-the-counter eye drops. The germ is a rare, … Read more
Like any other part of your body, your brain needs daily exercise. Neglecting your brain health can leave you vulnerable to degenerative brain diseases such as Alzheimer’s and other dementias. As a neuroscientist, I have been guiding patients with memory problems through brain-enhancing habits and exercises for decades – many of which I also practice. … Read more
