Category: Health Condition
Environmental Pollution Contributes to Antibiotic Resistance According to Study
The presence of heavy metals in the soil can make bacteria more resistant according to a new study done by researchers from the University of Georgia. Resistance to antimicrobial …Antibiotics: Two Antibacterial Compounds Effective Against Resistant Tuberculosis Discovered
Researchers have just identified two compounds with antibacterial properties that could eventually lead to the development of antibiotics against tuberculosis. Tuberculosis is a contagious lung disease caused by an …
Alzheimer’s Risk Factors Can Already Be Measured During Adolescence
A new study reported at the Alzheimer’s Association International Conference (AAIC) 2020 showed that risk factors for Alzheimer’s disease, such as diabetes and high blood pressure, can already be …
Smoking Marijuana Is Bad for the Heart According to the American Heart Association
Marijuana and heart health are not compatible. “The American Heart Association (AHA) recommends that substances such as cannabis products should not be smoked or vaped because of the potential …Yellow Fever: Causes, Symptoms, Complications, Risk Factors, Diagnosis, and Treatment
What causes Yellow Fever? The yellow fever virus, named Flavivirus, is an RNA-positive virus that belongs to the family Flaviviridae. The first epidemic was reported in 1648; however, scientists …Chronic Fatigue Syndrome: A Large Genetic Study to Identify the Mechanisms of the Disease Is Underway in the UK
British researchers recently announced the start of a genetic study to try to identify the mechanisms of chronic fatigue syndrome. The DecodeME research program will spend 4.7 million Dollars …
Regular Check-Ups Are Necessary to Prevent the Worsening of Glaucoma.
In the early stages of glaucoma, the brain compensates so that vision is similar to that of a non-affected person. Frequent eye tests are essential to prevent a complete …Ofatumumab: A Promising Treatment for the Symptoms of Multiple Sclerosis
Multiple sclerosis is characterized by damage to myelin, which alters the communication between nerve cells and leads to multiple symptoms. Although there is no cure for multiple sclerosis, several …