Things to know about caring/living with prostate cancer patient

Prostate cancer is a cancer that starts in the prostate gland. In men, it is a little walnut-sized organ found directly below the bladder. The prostate gland is important in the male reproductive system because it produces seminal fluid, which feeds and transports sperm. Prostate cancer, one of the most frequent malignancies in males, particularly … Read more

Preparing for the fall allergy season

Ragweed is at its worst between August and September, according to UVA Health Allergist Dr. Jeff Wilson, making it a good period for allergy patients to feel its effects. Mold and dust mites both flourish in high temperatures and humidity. A runny nose, congestion, sneezing, and watery, itchy eyes are all symptoms. “Allergies are a … Read more

The #1 Best Exercise for Getting Rid of Armpit Fat, According to Personal Trainers

If you’ve ever felt self-conscious in a tank top, this may be a goal for you—and you’re not alone. Even the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit cover model previously acknowledged to being so self-conscious about her armpit fat that she underwent liposuction to address it! Plastic surgery is obviously not an option for most people, but that … Read more

Breast cancer often spreads to the spine — newfound stem cell can explain why

A stem cell that helps to produce vertebrae also promotes the growth of tumors that migrate to the backbone from elsewhere. Scientists have uncovered a novel type of stem cell that gives rise to the backbone — and which contributes to the common spread of breast tumors and other malignancies to the spine1. Certain malignancies, … Read more

Study Finds New Chickenpox Variant Circulating in India! Here’s All You Need to Know About It

India is presently experiencing dual health crises at the same time: on the one hand, there are worries about the Nipah virus reappearance in Kerala, while on the other side, daily COVID-19 cases are approaching a hundred after months. Furthermore, there has been a statewide increase in mosquito-borne diseases such as dengue and malaria. The … Read more

Why to Use a Standing Desk

When I initially started doing remote work, I found myself sitting at my desk for hours on end. Many of us were used to it, especially in this day and age of remote work and internet communication. But I had no idea that simply altering my work position might result in a profound shift in … Read more

Lack of maternal care found to affect development, microbiome and health of wild bees

Most wild bees are solitary, but one tiny species of carpenter bees meticulously cares for and nurtures their larvae, which results in significant benefits to the growing bee’s microbiome, development, and health, according to York University researchers. The maternal care of these carpenter bees (Ceratina calcarata) prevents an overpopulation of dangerous fungus, bacteria, viruses, and … Read more

Malaria-causing parasites resistant to both treatment and detection have emerged in Ethiopia

A Brown-led team of scientists has discovered changes in malaria-causing parasites, complicating efforts to eradicate the illness in Africa. Malaria is a potentially fatal illness conveyed to people by certain species of mosquitos. Brown University, PROVIDENCE, R.I.  Scientists have discovered new strains of malaria-causing parasites in Ethiopia that are both resistant to current treatments and … Read more