China’s control measures during the first 50 days of the COVID-19 epidemic may have delayed the spread of the virus…
Visual feedback enhances activation of muscle movement in response to bodily sensation
Visual feedback is just as important as a sense of body position when it comes to the involuntary reflexes that…
Experiences of undesired effects of hormonal contraception
A study of women who experienced mental ill-health from a hormonal contraception indicates they value their mental well-being higher than…
Amyloid formation drives brain tissue loss in animal studies
Amyloid plaque formation directly causes brain tissue loss in animals, but a drug called lithium reduces the life shortening effects…
Fracking chemical may interfere with male sex hormone receptor
A chemical used in hydraulic fracturing, commonly called fracking, has the potential to interfere with reproductive hormones in men, according…
Consuming extra calories can help exercising women avoid menstrual disorders
Exercising women who struggle to consume enough calories and have menstrual disorders can simply increase their food intake to recover…
Wearable device lets patients with type 2 diabetes safely use affordable insulin option
Adults with type 2 diabetes requiring insulin therapy can safely achieve good blood sugar control using regular human insulin (RHI)…
‘Smart’ devices effective in reducing adverse outcomes of heart condition
A new study highlights the feasible use of mobile health (mHealth) devices to help with the screening and detection of…
Wastewater test could provide early warning of COVID-19
Researchers are working on a new test to detect SARS-CoV-2 in the wastewater of communities infected with the virus. The…
Keeping Older People Safe During the Coronavirus Crisis
How caregivers can use technology to help older people minimize going to the doctor during this pandemic.