Archive: 07/08/2017

What is silicosis and why is this old lung disease making a comeback?

Silicosis is a group of occupational lung diseases caused by breathing in silica dust. It has been described since ancient times, when miners and stone cutters were exposed to dust containing this crystalline mineral.

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Slimming down, beefing up deep brain implants

When it comes to sticking something into your brain, smaller is usually better.

Aug 7, 2017

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Oxidative stress biomarkers don't always signal diabetes risk

High levels of compounds found in the body that are commonly associated with oxidative damage may actually be a good sign for some people, according to a recent review of multiple human studies led by an epidemiologist at ...

Aug 7, 2017

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Our healthcare records outlive us. It's time to decide what happens to the data once we're gone.

Death is inevitable. The creation of healthcare records about every complaint and ailment we seek treatment for is also a near-certainty.

Aug 7, 2017

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Man flu is real, but women get more autoimmune diseases and allergies

Men and women respond differently to diseases and treatments for biological, social and psychological reasons. In this series on Gender Medicine, experts explore these differences and the importance of approaching treatment ...

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New tool to help distribute resources by identifying areas of need

Research by the University of Auckland has created a new way of measuring social deprivation in New Zealand that could assist agencies to distribute resources better.

Aug 7, 2017

Strong religious beliefs may be linked to higher weight

(HealthDay)—There is evidence of a significant association between religious affiliation and body weight, with religiosity being significantly associated with higher body weight, according to research published online Aug. ...

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Laser + growth factor improves appearance of stretch marks

(HealthDay)—Laser treatments combined with topical growth factor improve the appearance of stretch marks, according to a small pilot study published online July 29 in the Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology.

Aug 7, 2017

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How a tick gut gene serves as a gateway for Lyme disease

The bacterium that causes Lyme disease, Borrelia burgdorferi, may have some help from a gene found in the guts of infected ticks, according to a new study led by Yale researchers and published in Nature Communications.

Aug 7, 2017

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Research sheds new light on why smoking in pregnancy is harmful

Maternal smoking during pregnancy contributes to various long-term health problems in offspring, especially respiratory disorders.

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