Category: Health News
A Peptide Modified by UK Scientists Could Cure Parkinson’s Disease
A peptide modified by scientists may prevent the formation of toxic protein clusters in the brain, one of the causes of the tremors characteristic of Parkinson’s disease. Parkinson’s disease, …
The Song “1-800-273-8255” by Hip-Hop Artist Logic Helped Reduce the Number of Suicides Study Shows
The song “1-800-273-8255” by hip-hop artist Logic has been directly linked to a higher number of calls to the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline and a decrease in suicides. Suicide …
Some Medical Tests’ Results May Vary Depending on the Temperature of the Labs Where They Are Done
Depending on the outside temperature, the results of certain laboratory tests may vary which may affect what medications your doctor prescribes to you. The results of laboratory tests performed …
Cardiac Emergency Equipment: The Five Types of Defibrillators Explained
Defibrillation is used in a couple of different scenarios that primarily include those in which a patient goes through sudden cardiac arrest (SCA). Different types of defibrillators have different …
Scientists from Harvard and Tufts Build Self-Reproducing Living Robots
The world of science keeps pushing the boundaries of what is considered possible. Recently, scientists from Harvard, Tufts, and Vermont universities created the first living robots that can reproduce. …Cancer Research: Oncolytic Viruses Have Great Potential for the Treatment of Cancers
Viruses, the most feared infectious agents, can also become allies against cancer, according to new research. This was demonstrated by a group of scientists exploring current research opportunities that …