How genes work together to shape how much you smoke

by Lisa Marshall,University of Colorado at BoulderSmoking harms nearly every organ in the body and causes many diseases. Credit: CDC/Debora CartagenaTake a puff of nicotine for the first time, a

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How genes work together to shape how much you smoke

by Lisa Marshall,University of Colorado at BoulderSmoking harms nearly every organ in the body and causes many diseases. Credit: CDC/Debora CartagenaTake a puff of nicotine for the first time, a

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Five-minute test during routine GP appointments could prevent stroke

by Sophia Antipolis,European Society of CardiologyCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainPeople at risk should be tested for atrial fibrillation every time they attend a health appointment, according

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Five-minute test during routine GP appointments could prevent stroke

by Sophia Antipolis,European Society of CardiologyCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainPeople at risk should be tested for atrial fibrillation every time they attend a health appointment, according

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Study draws lessons about drug policy by examining history of fireworks regulation, prohibitions

by Carnegie Mellon University's Heinz CollegeCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainPolicymakers worldwide wrestle with whether to prohibit products that can harm consumers. Prohibitions can reduce

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Study draws lessons about drug policy by examining history of fireworks regulation, prohibitions

by Carnegie Mellon University's Heinz CollegeCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainPolicymakers worldwide wrestle with whether to prohibit products that can harm consumers. Prohibitions can reduce

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Here's what happens to your body during plane turbulence: How to reduce the discomfort it causes

by Adam Taylor,The ConversationCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainThis week has seen another barrage ofunsettled weathersweep across the UK, with many flights delayed or cancelled. Som

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Here's what happens to your body during plane turbulence: How to reduce the discomfort it causes

by Adam Taylor,The ConversationCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainThis week has seen another barrage ofunsettled weathersweep across the UK, with many flights delayed or cancelled. Som

Updated on:March 27,2024 12

Does lifetime exposure to estrogen affect risk of stroke?

by American Academy of NeurologyCredit: CC0 Public DomainPeople with a higher cumulative estrogen exposure throughout their life may have a lower risk of stroke, according to a new study publishe

Updated on: March 24,2024 13

Does lifetime exposure to estrogen affect risk of stroke?

by American Academy of NeurologyCredit: CC0 Public DomainPeople with a higher cumulative estrogen exposure throughout their life may have a lower risk of stroke, according to a new study publishe

Updated on:March 24,2024 13

Review suggests the Wim Hof method may reduce inflammation, but has mixed effects on exercise performance

by Public Library of ScienceThe Wim Hof method may produce a beneficial anti-inflammatory response, according to the new systematic review. Credit: RosZie, Pixabay, CC0 (creativecommons.org/publi

Updated on: March 20,2024 14

Review suggests the Wim Hof method may reduce inflammation, but has mixed effects on exercise performance

by Public Library of ScienceThe Wim Hof method may produce a beneficial anti-inflammatory response, according to the new systematic review. Credit: RosZie, Pixabay, CC0 (creativecommons.org/publi

Updated on:March 20,2024 14

How often should you wash your sheets and towels?

by Rietie Venter,The ConversationCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainEveryone seems to have a different opinion when it comes to how often towels andbed sheets should be washed. While many pe

Updated on: March 15,2024 17

How often should you wash your sheets and towels?

by Rietie Venter,The ConversationCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainEveryone seems to have a different opinion when it comes to how often towels andbed sheets should be washed. While many pe

Updated on:March 15,2024 17

Could ultra-processed foods be the new 'silent' killer?

by Florida Atlantic UniversityUltra-processed foods are packed with additives and emulsifiers that strip food of healthy ingredients that could be detrimental to human health. Credit: Alex Dolce,

Updated on: March 15,2024 17

Could ultra-processed foods be the new 'silent' killer?

by Florida Atlantic UniversityUltra-processed foods are packed with additives and emulsifiers that strip food of healthy ingredients that could be detrimental to human health. Credit: Alex Dolce,

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Asbestos in mulch? Here's the risk if you've been exposed

by Peter Franklin,The ConversationCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainMulch containing asbestos has now been found at41 locationsin New South Wales, including Sydney parks,schools

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Asbestos in mulch? Here's the risk if you've been exposed

by Peter Franklin,The ConversationCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainMulch containing asbestos has now been found at41 locationsin New South Wales, including Sydney parks,schools

Updated on:March 15,2024 18

A prescription for improving medical communication

by Perelman School of Medicine at the University of PennsylvaniaCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainAs we approach the four-year anniversary of the COVID-19 pandemic, health misinformation continue

Updated on: March 15,2024 17

A prescription for improving medical communication

by Perelman School of Medicine at the University of PennsylvaniaCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainAs we approach the four-year anniversary of the COVID-19 pandemic, health misinformation continue

Updated on:March 15,2024 17

Nonprofit hospitals have an obligation to help their communities, but the people who live nearby may see little benefit

by Jonathan Wynn and Daniel Skinner,The ConversationCredit: CC0 Public DomainDoes living near a hospital make you more likely to get the health care you need?Even though thefederal governm

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Nonprofit hospitals have an obligation to help their communities, but the people who live nearby may see little benefit

by Jonathan Wynn and Daniel Skinner,The ConversationCredit: CC0 Public DomainDoes living near a hospital make you more likely to get the health care you need?Even though thefederal governm

Updated on:March 15,2024 16

Identify coma

Coma is a profound state of unconsciousness in which an individual is unresponsive to stimuli and unable to wake up. Unlike lethargy and drowsiness, coma is a medical emergency and usually indicates s

Updated on: March 15,2024 0

Identify coma

Coma is a profound state of unconsciousness in which an individual is unresponsive to stimuli and unable to wake up. Unlike lethargy and drowsiness, coma is a medical emergency and usually indicates s

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