Melanocytic nevi, or moles, are nonmalignant growths that arise from pigment producing cells of the skin. They are mostly found in sun-exposed areas; however, they also can be found in sun-protected areas, such as the palms, soles of feet and nail beds, where they are known as acral nevi. While the mutation profile of nevi in sun-exposed areas is well […]
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Slovakia’s health minister says he plans to keep AstraZeneca in the country’s vaccine arsenal, speaking a day after the country suspended use of the shots after a recipient died. Slovakia on Tuesday halted use of the two-shot AstraZeneca vaccine after its State Institute for Drug Control concluded last week that the death of a 47-year-old woman who received the AstraZeneca […]
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AstraZeneca: Blood clots are an 'unusual side effect' When you subscribe we will use the information you provide to send you these newsletters. Sometimes they’ll include recommendations for other related newsletters or services we offer. Our Privacy Notice explains more about how we use your data, and your rights. You can unsubscribe at any time. Canada announced on Tuesday that […]
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Scientists have for the first time revealed the structure surrounding important receptors in the brain’s hippocampus, the seat of memory and learning. The study, carried out at Oregon Health & Science University, published today in the journal Nature. The new study focuses on the organization and function of glutamate receptors, a type of neurotransmitter receptor involved in sensing signals between […]
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Wearable tech which measures and tracks head impact force in sport and recreational activities is set to aid research and support informed decisions on the risk of brain injury. Based at the Edinburgh Business School (EBS) Incubator within Heriot-Watt University, the innovative technology has been developed by start-up company HIT. Featuring a unique impact sensor, wearable across multiple sporting and […]
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NEW YORK (Reuters Health) – Pneumococcal vaccines PCV-10 and PPV-23 are equally safe and immunogenic in pregnant women with HIV, although PPV-23 administration might be more beneficial because it includes a wider range of serotypes, researchers say. “There is conflicting information regarding the responses to the two vaccines in people with HIV,” Dr. Adriana Weinberg of the University of Colorado […]
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Amid the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic, caused by the severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2), efforts to study the long-term effects of the illness have focused largely on hospitalized patients who experienced severe illness. A majority of patients experience only mild symptoms or are asymptomatic. However, it is still unclear if these patients can still suffer lasting effects of […]
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I would be lying if I said that when I went vegan I didn’t miss some indulgent foods like pizza, flourless chocolate cakes, and cheese. Though it was good for my physical health, the snack addict in me still craved the occasional salty, crunchy, cheesy satisfaction that potato chips alone couldn’t satisfy. Luckily, since I first went vegan seven years […]
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Issued today, a new report from the American Heart Association (AHA) and the American College of Cardiology (ACC) on medical ethics and professionalism addresses important and timely topics in cardiovascular medicine including diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging; racial, ethnic and gender inequities; conflicts of interest; clinician well-being; data privacy; social justice; and modern health care delivery systems. The report is […]
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What you wear can massively impact how you perform – but it’s not necessarily the external kit that matters as much as the under armour you’ve got on. Whether you’re strength training, running or doing yoga, here are the best pieces of underwear for working out in. Most people have a pair of leggings they swear by or a sports […]
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