Blood-Sucking Leeches: Quack Medicine or Medical Miracle?
by Kaushar AlamAugust 17, 2022
Leeching was once quackery of the worst sort. But the leech has been quietly making a comeback in the field of reconstructive microsurgery ...Read More
How Weather Apps Could Predict Your COVID Risk
by Kaushar AlamAugust 17, 2022
The same technology used to forecast the weather could estimate your likelihood of COVID infection. The motive? Obliterating lockdowns for ...Read More
Removal of Other, Small Kidney Stones May Reduce Relapse
by Kaushar AlamAugust 17, 2022
If you’re having surgery to remove a kidney stone and doctors discover other, smaller stones nearby, it’s safer to go ahead and have them a...Read More
Dermatologists Skeptical of Calamine Lotion TikTok Trend
by Kaushar AlamAugust 16, 2022
The #calamine lotion tag has millions of views on TikTok, with hundreds of videos hailing the cream for its matte effect when used as a mak...Read More
Lead Poisoning, Systemic Racism Are Harming Black Kids' Test Scores
by Kaushar AlamAugust 16, 2022
A new study suggests that racial segregation may be compounding detrimental effects of lead on Black children. from WebMD Health https:/...Read More
Pregnancy Complication Ups Dementia Risk, Research Suggests
by Kaushar AlamAugust 16, 2022
These disorders include gestational hypertension and preeclampsia. These pregnancy complications have been strongly linked to heart disease...Read More
Hearing Aids Available in October Without a Prescription
by Kaushar AlamAugust 16, 2022
The White House announced today that the FDA will move forward with plans to make hearing aids available over the counter in pharmacies, ot...Read More
How Worried Should You Be About New Reports on Polio?
by Kaushar AlamAugust 15, 2022
Poliovirus detected in NYC wastewater put public health officials on high alert, but infectious disease experts say there's no need for...Read More
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