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E-cigarettes found to help more tobacco smokers quit than traditional nicotine replacement

E-cigarettes found to help more tobacco smokers quit than traditional nicotine replacement

by University of Massachusetts AmherstCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainNicotine e-cigarettes are more effective in helping people quit smoking than conventional nicotine-replacement therapy (NRT)

E-cigarettes found to help more tobacco smokers quit than traditional nicotine replacement

by University of Massachusetts AmherstCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainNicotine e-cigarettes are more effective in helping people quit smoking than conventional nicotine-replacement therapy (NRT)
Single genomic test promises accelerated diagnoses for rare genetic diseases

Single genomic test promises accelerated diagnoses for rare genetic diseases

by Wellcome Trust Sanger InstituteGene recurrence in de novo CNVs. Credit:Genetics in Medicine Open(2024). DOI: 10.1016/j.gimo.2024.101818A single genetic test could potentially repla

Single genomic test promises accelerated diagnoses for rare genetic diseases

by Wellcome Trust Sanger InstituteGene recurrence in de novo CNVs. Credit:Genetics in Medicine Open(2024). DOI: 10.1016/j.gimo.2024.101818A single genetic test could potentially repla
Survey reveals 42% of primary care physicians are unfamiliar with biologics to treat asthma

Survey reveals 42% of primary care physicians are unfamiliar with biologics to treat asthma

by American College of Allergy, Asthma, and ImmunologyCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainBiologics for the treatment of asthma were first introduced about 20 years ago. Since then, more and more pe

Survey reveals 42% of primary care physicians are unfamiliar with biologics to treat asthma

by American College of Allergy, Asthma, and ImmunologyCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainBiologics for the treatment of asthma were first introduced about 20 years ago. Since then, more and more pe
Empowering Hearts, Embracing Life: Celebrating World Heart Day

Empowering Hearts, Embracing Life: Celebrating World Heart Day

World Heart Day, annual observance and celebration held on September 29 that is intended to increase public awareness of cardiovascular diseases, including their prevention and their global impact.

Empowering Hearts, Embracing Life: Celebrating World Heart Day

World Heart Day, annual observance and celebration held on September 29 that is intended to increase public awareness of cardiovascular diseases, including their prevention and their global impact.
How often should you wash your sheets and towels?

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

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
Can cold weather cause a cold?

Can cold weather cause a cold?

by Jason Howland, Mayo Clinic News NetworkCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainThe bitter winter elements can be brutal on the body. But is there any truth that you can "catch a cold" if not pr

Can cold weather cause a cold?

by Jason Howland, Mayo Clinic News NetworkCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainThe bitter winter elements can be brutal on the body. But is there any truth that you can "catch a cold" if not pr
Here's what happens to your body during plane turbulence: How to reduce the discomfort it causes

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

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
Drinking olive oil: A health and beauty elixir or celebrity fad in a shot glass?

Drinking olive oil: A health and beauty elixir or celebrity fad in a shot glass?

by Hazel Flight,The ConversationCredit: Lynn Greyling/public domainIn the ever-changing world of wellness trends and celebrity endorsed health fads there is a new trend on the scene: daily olive

Drinking olive oil: A health and beauty elixir or celebrity fad in a shot glass?

by Hazel Flight,The ConversationCredit: Lynn Greyling/public domainIn the ever-changing world of wellness trends and celebrity endorsed health fads there is a new trend on the scene: daily olive
Asbestos in mulch? Here's the risk if you've been exposed

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

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
Beyond BMI, researcher says complete approach to measuring health is better

Beyond BMI, researcher says complete approach to measuring health is better

by Ohio State University Medical CenterBarbara Bawer, MD, a family medicine physician at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, says there are many clues to evaluating overall health an

Beyond BMI, researcher says complete approach to measuring health is better

by Ohio State University Medical CenterBarbara Bawer, MD, a family medicine physician at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, says there are many clues to evaluating overall health an