Category: Health News
Presbyopia Treatment: Eye Drops That Can Help Us Get Rid of Reading Glasses
Presbyopia is a common eye defect in people aged 40 and above. It is characterized by the inability of the eye’s lens to change its shape to allow for …
ADHD Medication Vyvanse Associated with Sexual Side Effects in Some Users
Key Takeaways: ADHD Prevalence: Affects 2.2–17.8% of children/adolescents, with 6.1 million U.S. children diagnosed (62% on medication, 47% in therapy). Vyvanse Efficacy: 80% of users report symptom improvement; works …
The Increasing Cost of Medical Schools Is a Big Contributing Factor to Doctor Shortages
It is no secret that medical school is expensive. Did you know that the average medical student pays about $49,842 every year just to study medicine? Although this cost …
Dopamine Stimulators Show Promise for Stress-Induced Anhedonia Over Traditional Serotonin Drugs
Anhedonia is the word that describes the inability of a person to feel pleasure from the activities that they usually find enjoyable. It is a symptom of depression and …
New Research Gives Insights into Better Therapeutic Strategies for Spinal Cord Injuries
Data from the National Spinal Cord Injury Association posits that about 450,000 Americans are struggling with spinal cord injury (SCI)-related disabilities. Several other organizations estimate 250,000 persons; a conservative …Pain Relief: Men and Women Do Not Experience Pain in the Same Way Study Shows
The cellular mechanisms involved in pain perception are different in men and women. And it’s not just psychological! This nuance is often overlooked when treating pain in female patients. …
The Amoeba Dictyostelium Discoideum Used to Synthesize a Precursor to THC
It is not a new finding in our world that microorganisms can help in the production of useful substances including drugs. The penicillin mold, Chrysogenum, is a typical example. …Anti Aging Breakthrough: Scientists Reverse Aging in Mice Using the Yamanaka Factors
While some people desire and long for old age, others wish they could do without aging. As people age, their cells age too. The hair of old people begins …