Tuesday 30 April 2019

World First: Drone Delivers Kidney for Transplant

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According to the surgeons and researchers, the flight shows how drones could improve access to organs for people on transplant waiting lists.



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Trevor Noah Raises His Voice for Others

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Comedian Trevor Noah speaks up about charity, his health, success, reverence for education, and the “beautiful dance” of luck and hard work.



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Youth Suicide Rates Spike After '13 Reasons Why'

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The Netflix series “13 Reasons Why” included a graphic depiction of a death by suicide, which can trigger suicidal behavior, the study author said.



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'Completely avoidable' measles outbreak hits 25-year high in US - health officials report that more than 700 people have been infected by measles this year

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As Sense of Smell Fades, Does Death Come Closer?

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The loss of an ability to smell has been linked to your risk of brain disorders such as Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson's disease and some dementias, but researchers suspected that sense of smell might be related to more health issues.



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Swole

Do you want to be swole? Is that even a good thing? Not sure? We got you!

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Gains

Get those gains! Or at least learn what it means…

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Gym Rat

While gym rats aren’t literal vermin, all gyms are definitely infested with them.

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Dipsea Trail

The Dipsea Trail in the hills outside San Francisco is one of the most iconic, challenging and rewarding trails in America.

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Bill Of The Month: Camper's Snakebite Runs Up $143,938 Bill

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Case of paralyzing polio-like illness found in West Virginia

Case of paralyzing polio-like illness found in West Virginia submitted by /u/MountainsMan55
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Biomarker May Be a Diagnostic Test for myalgic encephalomyelitis / chronic fatigue syndrome (ME/CFS)

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Anti-Vax Use of 'Brady Bunch' Show Angers Actors

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In the 1969 episode, all six Brady children come down with the measles. They play games and fool around, and are thankful they don't have to take any medicine or get shots, NPR reported.



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Director John Singleton Dies After Stroke

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Acclaimed director John Singleton died from a stroke Monday, shortly after his family removed him from life support.



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Does Diet Affect a Child's ADHD?

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Diet has long been suspected to play a role in ADHD. People have tried avoiding certain nutrients or adding supplements to improve symptoms.



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More Pregnant Women Vaping, Study Says

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The research showed that the rate of e-cigarette use was higher for pregnant women (3.6%) than those who weren't pregnant (3.3%).



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U.S. Measles Cases top 700, More Likely to Come

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In 2018, 372 measles cases were reported to the CDC, and 120 in 2017. Measles was declared eliminated in the U.S. in 2000.



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Monday 29 April 2019

3D human heart printed using patient's biological materials

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Job Stress, Poor Sleep, Hypertension a Deadly Trio

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“Unfortunately, poor sleep and job stress often go hand in hand, and when combined with hypertension, the effect is even more toxic," the lead researcher said.



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More Women Snore Than Is Reported

The underreporting may contribute to the underdiagnosis in women of obstructive sleep apnea, which can lead to high blood pressure, stroke and other health issues.



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Tel Aviv University researchers discover path to new epilepsy treatment - HEALTH & SCIENCE

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2nd Kids Rocking Sleeper Brand Recalled in Deaths

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The new recall involves 694,000 Kids II Rocking Sleepers, which the Consumer Product Safety Commission says have been linked to five infant deaths since the products began being sold in 2012.



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Obesity significantly increases risk of serious disease and early death, warn researchers

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U.S. officials say measles cases hit 25-year record

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Microbial contaminants found in popular e-cigarettes

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Antibiotic resistance as big a threat as climate change – chief medic

Antibiotic resistance as big a threat as climate change – chief medic submitted by /u/mvea
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How might obesity affect the brain?

How might obesity affect the brain? submitted by /u/thinkB4WeSpeak
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"The prevalence of tattoos is higher among people with mental disorders and those likely to come in contact with mental health services."

"The prevalence of tattoos is higher among people with mental disorders and those likely to come in contact with mental health services." submitted by /u/skevyo
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Chicken often contains fecal bacteria, lawsuit against USDA claims

Chicken often contains fecal bacteria, lawsuit against USDA claims submitted by /u/Molire
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MMR vaccine and autism link debunked again: MMR vaccine reduces ASD risk in subgroup of girls

MMR vaccine and autism link debunked again: MMR vaccine reduces ASD risk in subgroup of girls submitted by /u/BrightLord_Wyn
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Sunday 28 April 2019

'Brady Bunch' Episode Fuels Campaigns Against Vaccines — And Marcia's Miffed

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U.S. measles outbreak raises questions about immunity in adults

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MMR vaccine and autism link debunked. Again. A study of over 600,000 Danish children reports no link has been found between MMR and an increased autism risk, even in children with other risk factors for ASD. Strikingly, in a subgroup of girls, the MMR vaccine was associated with reduced ASD risk.

MMR vaccine and autism link debunked. Again. A study of over 600,000 Danish children reports no link has been found between MMR and an increased autism risk, even in children with other risk factors for ASD. Strikingly, in a subgroup of girls, the MMR vaccine was associated with reduced ASD risk. submitted by /u/SirT6
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Hydrogen peroxide provides clues to immunity, wound healing and tumor biology

Hydrogen peroxide provides clues to immunity, wound healing and tumor biology submitted by /u/deabeatdad
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Trump says anti-vaxxers 'have to get their shots' despite repeatedly linking vaccinations to autism: 'The vaccinations are so important,' president says outside the White House

Trump says anti-vaxxers 'have to get their shots' despite repeatedly linking vaccinations to autism: 'The vaccinations are so important,' president says outside the White House submitted by /u/mvea
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The Green New Deal doesn't just help climate. It's also a public health new deal - As a doctor, I realize the forces that cause climate change are the same forces that poisoned the lungs of babies in Detroit

The Green New Deal doesn't just help climate. It's also a public health new deal - As a doctor, I realize the forces that cause climate change are the same forces that poisoned the lungs of babies in Detroit submitted by /u/mvea
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As measles returns, Indiegogo joins other tech platforms in banning Anti-Vaccine campaigns - The move came after $86,543 was raised for a documentary, called Vaxxed II, based on the false claim that vaccines cause autism.

As measles returns, Indiegogo joins other tech platforms in banning Anti-Vaccine campaigns - The move came after $86,543 was raised for a documentary, called Vaxxed II, based on the false claim that vaccines cause autism. submitted by /u/mvea
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Mapping the 2nd brain: The latest science on the effect of your gut bacteria - “You personally might be better off eating the cheapest white bread at the supermarket, or you might need fancy wholegrain bread.” Variety is the key. What works for one may not work for another.

Mapping the 2nd brain: The latest science on the effect of your gut bacteria - “You personally might be better off eating the cheapest white bread at the supermarket, or you might need fancy wholegrain bread.” Variety is the key. What works for one may not work for another. submitted by /u/anutensil
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Listening to music may improve stroke recovery - HVY

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ALERT: Leaving Your Birth Control Pills in Your Car Could Get You Pregnant: As could leaving them in the bathroom.... And all of these other places

ALERT: Leaving Your Birth Control Pills in Your Car Could Get You Pregnant: As could leaving them in the bathroom.... And all of these other places submitted by /u/shallah
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Saturday 27 April 2019

FDA expands blood pressure drug recall for fifth time this year

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The antibiotics industry is broken—but there’s a fix: Attempts to develop new antibiotics are failing because the projects aren't profitable.

The antibiotics industry is broken—but there’s a fix: Attempts to develop new antibiotics are failing because the projects aren't profitable. submitted by /u/mvea
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700,000 more baby rocker sleepers recalled after infant deaths, just weeks after Fischer-Price recall of 5,000,000 units

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No safe amount of alcohol during pregnancy

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Many Women With Heart Disease Don't Move Enough

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The recommendation is at least 150 minutes of moderate to vigorous physical activity a week.



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'Exposure Therapy' Best Against PTSD Plus Drinking

In prolonged exposure therapy, patients gradually confront memories, feelings and situations related to their PTSD-causing trauma.



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Radiation Helps Some Hormone-Driven Breast Cancer

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Women whose cancers are fueled by hormones such as estrogen and progesterone might think they can choose radiation or surgery, but a combination gives the best results, one expert noted



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Friday 26 April 2019

Study: School Bullying's Impact Can Last a Lifetime

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Examples of the bullying studied include being called names, being excluded from social groups, having possessions stolen, or being threatened with or subjected to violence.



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Does Peanut Allergy Immunotherapy Cause More Risk?

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People undergoing peanut immunotherapy had a 22% risk of anaphylaxis, compared with 7% for untreated peanut allergy sufferers, researchers found.



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Is Vitamin D Hype ‘Wishful Thinking’?

coq10 capsules

Vitamin D has been proclaimed a potential protector against everything from cancer, heart disease, and diabetes to mood disorders like depression and dangerous falls. But recent research has challenged several of those promising roles and revealed how little is really known about the essential nutrient.



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Dangerous 'Kissing' Bug Marches North in U.S.

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About 300,000 people with Chagas disease live in the U.S., but most were infected in parts of Latin America where the disease is most common. The likelihood of getting the infection in the United States is low, even if the bug is infected, the CDC says.



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Almost one in seven adults driving children through Washington State have recently used marijuana, a new study (n=2,056) has revealed. On average 14.1 percent of the drivers with children onboard tested positive for THC, and 40.6 percent of them thought marijuana did not impair driving.

Almost one in seven adults driving children through Washington State have recently used marijuana, a new study (n=2,056) has revealed. On average 14.1 percent of the drivers with children onboard tested positive for THC, and 40.6 percent of them thought marijuana did not impair driving. submitted by /u/mvea
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UCLA, Cal State Students Under Measles Quarantine

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Quarantine orders have been issued to more than 200 students and employees at the University of California, Los Angeles, and California State-Los Angeles because they may have been exposed to measles.



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Progressives Raise Alarm Over Lack of Single Payer Supporters Chosen to Testify at Historic Medicare for All Hearing - "What they want is a hearing that's not about Medicare for All. They want someone to say, 'There's these different ways of doing things, none bad, they're all equally good.'"

Progressives Raise Alarm Over Lack of Single Payer Supporters Chosen to Testify at Historic Medicare for All Hearing - "What they want is a hearing that's not about Medicare for All. They want someone to say, 'There's these different ways of doing things, none bad, they're all equally good.'" submitted by /u/anutensil
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The Tragic Post-Hockey Life of an NHL ‘Enforcer’ - For 11 seasons, Todd Ewen fought in almost every game he played. He didn’t live to his 50th birthday.

The Tragic Post-Hockey Life of an NHL ‘Enforcer’ - For 11 seasons, Todd Ewen fought in almost every game he played. He didn’t live to his 50th birthday. submitted by /u/anutensil
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100s Of People At 2 LA Universities Quarantined Due To Measles Exposure - The University of California, Los Angeles, & California State University have told 100s of students & staff to stay home for up to 48 hrs unless they can prove they're immune or vaccinated.

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Novel vaccine for colorectal cancer proves safe in a small sample of human subjects, in a new phase 1 clinical trial, with early indication that the vaccine could activate immune cells to fight colorectal tumors and metastases. Colon cancer is the second highest cause of cancer deaths in the world.

Novel vaccine for colorectal cancer proves safe in a small sample of human subjects, in a new phase 1 clinical trial, with early indication that the vaccine could activate immune cells to fight colorectal tumors and metastases. Colon cancer is the second highest cause of cancer deaths in the world. submitted by /u/mvea
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Teens prefer harm reduction messaging on substance use, instead of the typical “don’t do drugs” talk, suggests a new study, which found that teens generally tuned out abstinence-only or zero-tolerance messaging because it did not reflect the realities of their life.

Teens prefer harm reduction messaging on substance use, instead of the typical “don’t do drugs” talk, suggests a new study, which found that teens generally tuned out abstinence-only or zero-tolerance messaging because it did not reflect the realities of their life. submitted by /u/mvea
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How to shape research to advance global health

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Here’s who might need to be revaccinated for measles as cases rise

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Half of Older Dialysis Patients Die Within a Year

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Half of Older Dialysis Patients Die Within a Year



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Many Driving on Pot, Even With Kids in the Car

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It's not clear from the study how often marijuana use contributes to traffic accidents, but controlled lab studies have shown that pot interferes with driving skills.



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Think You Smell Only With Your Nose? You're Wrong

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Researchers found that odor-detecting sensors in the nose are also present in the taste cells on our tongue.



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Too Many U.S. Women Still Drinking in Pregnancy

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The study found that, far from decreasing, the rate of drinking and binge drinking in pregnancy actually rose slightly from levels reported in 2011-2013.



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