Archive: 30/05/2018

Retired electrician saved by CPR, jolts from AED

As a retired electrician, David Paschal knows a thing or two about electrical currents. He did everything he could to avoid the unpleasant feeling of getting shocked, especially since it also carried the risk of being electrocuted.

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Seniors slow to embrace online access to doctors

(HealthDay)—Many doctors have internet portals to help patients manage their care. But that doesn't mean older folks will use them.

May 30, 2018

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The ER or urgent care?

(HealthDay)—Urgent care centers are popping up across the country as an option for medical treatment. But it's important to know the differences between these facilities and your local hospital emergency department.

May 30, 2018

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Death of Indian soldier renews fears over rare virus

A Indian soldier has died in West Bengal state of suspected infection by the Nipah virus, an official said Wednesday, heightening fears the rare disease may be spreading.

May 30, 2018

Artificial sweeteners won't affect your blood sugar: study

(HealthDay)—Can an artificially sweetened drink or food really satisfy your sweet tooth without raising your blood sugar levels?

May 30, 2018

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Wise words on women's health

(HealthDay)—May is Women's Health Month.

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Baby teeth give clues to autism's origins, detection

A close examination of baby teeth is giving new insight into the roots of autism—and ways to spot it early.

May 30, 2018

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Surgical technique improves sensation, control of prosthetic limb

Humans can accurately sense the position, speed, and torque of their limbs, even with their eyes shut. This sense, known as proprioception, allows humans to precisely control their body movements.

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Mouse study links triclosan, a common antimicrobial, to colonic inflammation

A large research team led by senior author Guodong Zhang at the University of Massachusetts Amherst reports that the antimicrobial ingredient triclosan, found in hand soaps and toothpastes among other products, could have ...

May 30, 2018

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Researchers find leukemia and lymphoma drug may benefit glioblastoma patients

New Cleveland Clinic research shows for the first time that ibrutinib, an FDA-approved drug for lymphoma and leukemia, may also help treat the most common—and deadliest—type of brain tumor. The findings, published in ...

May 30, 2018

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