An aggressive form of the childhood cancer neuroblastoma could be treatable with two cancer drugs currently used in the treatment of colon and ovarian cancer, a study led by researchers at The Institute of Cancer Research, London, suggests. A team led by researchers at the ICR modified neuroblastoma cells in the lab to silence a gene called ATRX, mutations to […]
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Sedentary adults looking to spend less time on their keisters and more on their feet may find help from a virtual counselor, according to a new Stanford Medicine study. It’s no secret that physical activity is good for the body, but studies have shown that certain populations still face challenges when it comes to meeting the recommended amount of daily […]
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Toddlers’ feet grow at a phenomenal rate generally to the age of two years. It is important to get their feet rechecked and measured once in six weeks By Dr Suruchi Goyal Agarwal The first two years of your child’s life is a phase of rapid development. Physically they learn to hold their heads and then roll over, followed by […]
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Core strength is so important for overall health. The stability and flexibility that comes with having strong abdominal muscles really has an impact on everything else. But, it is an area that is often overlooked – or trained incorrectly. It’s really easy to focus on the wrong things when you’re trying to build on your stomach muscles. Steven Virtue, fitness […]
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Life is slowly restarting in Washington as many major attractions, including the Washington Monument, begin to reopen after a six-month closure due to the coronavirus pandemic. The Washington Monument, built in 1886 in honor of the first US president George Washington, will open from October 1, the National Park Service announced Monday. Visitors must reserve tickets online, masks will be […]
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Nutritionist, diabetes educator and wellness coach Sheryl Salis says that immunity is not built in a day, but over a period of time that involves making certain changes in your lifestyle How you begin your day in the morning, decides your physical and mental well-being, and your overall mood. Nowadays, people have only one health agenda — that of boosting […]
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FDA commissioner: Need to be prepared for upcoming flu season FDA Commissioner Dr. Stephen Hahn argues preparation is essential for the upcoming flu season amid the coronavirus pandemic. One in three parents doesn't intend to have their child vaccinated for the flu this season, according to a new poll, despite the potential threat of a second wave of COVID-19 cases. Health officials have increasingly […]
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A survey indicates that more women may be using cannabis to treat menopause symptoms. Some experts say cannabis can be effective in treating menopause while others express concerns about the drug’s side effects. One expert recommends using hemp-based products as an alternative. Over one in four female veterans say they’ve used cannabis to address symptoms of menopause. That’s even more […]
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New findings suggest that late-onset Alzheimer’s Disease is driven by epigenetic changes—how and when certain genes are turned on and off—in the brain. Results were published today in Nature Genetics. Research led by Raffaella Nativio, Ph.D., a former research associate of Epigenetics, Shelley Berger, Ph.D., a professor of Genetics, Biology and Cell and Developmental Biology and Director of the Epigenetics […]
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Yes, it’s safe to get a flu shot during pregnancy. In fact, the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists recommends that all women who are pregnant during flu season get a flu shot, regardless of their trimester. A flu shot during pregnancy can help: Prevent the flu and maternal complications. The flu is more likely to cause severe illness in […]
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