Posts

Key TakeawaysUsing mathematical modeling, researchers have streamlined the shape of mechanical heart valves.The new shape could potentially reduce the need for blood thinners and could be scaled for pediatric patients.The new design is just beginning animal trials, so this potential treatment will not be available in the near future. Key Takeaways Using mathematical modeling, researchers have streamlined the shape of mechanical heart valves.The new shape could potentially reduce the need for blood thinners and could be scaled for pediatric patients....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSevere SymptomsMild SymptomsTreatmentPreventionNew SymptomsSeeking CareReading Food Labels Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Severe Symptoms Mild Symptoms Treatment Prevention New Symptoms Seeking Care Reading Food Labels You may have anegg allergyor sensitivity if you have an upset stomach or feel bloated after eating eggs. It’s unpleasant but not too serious. However, symptoms such asshortness of breath, chest tightness, and vomiting are signs of a severe egg allergy....

Key TakeawaysA new type of pacemaker is being developed that can pace a patient’s heartbeat for a few weeks, then dissolve in place.The dissolving device does not need to be removed surgically and therefore could eliminate some of the risks of a traditional temporary pacemaker.The device has been tested in animals and in human hearts from cadavers and is expected to be ready for testing in human patients in two to three years....

Key TakeawaysA team of researchers created a portable system that treats chronic wounds via ozone therapy.About 6.5 million people in the U.S. live with chronic wounds.Certain pre-existing conditions, such as diabetes, can lead to chronic wounds.If not adequately treated, these wounds can have dangerous consequences, like infection. Key Takeaways A team of researchers created a portable system that treats chronic wounds via ozone therapy.About 6.5 million people in the U.S. live with chronic wounds....

Key TakeawaysResearchers may have found a chemical solution to vaccine storage intolerance.Vaccines are extremely temperature-sensitive and must be transported via a “cold chain” to ensure their viability.Roughly half of all vaccines produced each year have to be discarded. Key Takeaways Researchers may have found a chemical solution to vaccine storage intolerance.Vaccines are extremely temperature-sensitive and must be transported via a “cold chain” to ensure their viability.Roughly half of all vaccines produced each year have to be discarded....

Key TakeawaysPancreatic cancer is challenging to treat because it spreads rapidly and is often found close to other organs.A new radiation treatment option offers highly-precise targeting of pancreatic cancer cells with real-time MRI imaging, which delivers more effective doses of radiation to the tumor while minimizing damage to surrounding tissues.This technology shows future promise in treating other forms of cancer. Key Takeaways Pancreatic cancer is challenging to treat because it spreads rapidly and is often found close to other organs....

Key TakeawaysBlood cancer patients, and others with severe and chronic illnesses, often encounter difficulties transferring their medical records between providers.The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS) has developed a voluntary patient registry to gather more data from blood cancer patients.LLS hopes that the data it collects will advance future blood cancer research, including studies on the efficacy of the COVID-19 vaccine in blood cancer patients.The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS) is calling on blood cancer patients to enroll in theLLS National Patient Registry....

Key TakeawaysResearchers have found three new subtypes associated with Alzheimer’s disease, which are potentially beneficial in planning personalized treatments and clinical trials.Clinical trial results show the experimental drug donanemab may aid in slowing the progression of Alzheimer’s disease, but not preventing it.Regular physical and mental exercises may prevent a decline in brain function and slow Alzheimer’s disease progression. Key Takeaways Researchers have found three new subtypes associated with Alzheimer’s disease, which are potentially beneficial in planning personalized treatments and clinical trials....

Key Takeaways Red winesusually contain much higher levels of quercetin than white wines,Andrew Waterhouse, PhD, a wine chemist at the University of California, Davis, and an author of the new report, told Verywell. RWH is not the same thing as a hangover: It can occur just 30 minutes to three hours after drinking a small amount of red wine—as little as one glass. “Many people have headaches after drinking different types of alcohol, [including] beer and spirits, but red wine seems to be the one that many of my patients say will trigger a headache,”Anna Pace, MD, an assistant professor of neurology at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, told Verywell....

Key TakeawaysA large study found that drinking moderate amounts of coffee does not appear to affect the rhythm of the heartbeat and may even protect the heart from arrhythmias.Coffee contains ingredients that are anti-inflammatory and antioxidants, which may be why it appears to offer heart-protective benefits.However, there are some people who might be more likely to have heart-related effects from caffeine, be it from coffee, tea, or soda, because of their genes....

Key TakeawaysHaving high cholesterol can lead to chronic health problems, but your diet and lifestyle choices can help lower your levels.A new study has provided more evidence that milk is not linked to high cholesterol.Milk’s unique nutritional components can make it part of a heart-healthy diet.Having elevated cholesterol levels can increase your risk of heart disease and other chronic conditions, but there are some lifestyle changes that you can make to help keep your levels under control....

Key TakeawaysNew research shows that the SARS-CoV-2 virus (COVID-19) remains on some surfaces for up to 28 days.Paper money, glass, and stainless steel hold the virus longest, especially at lower temperatures.To be safe, clean surfaces often, wash your hands after touching surfaces, and do not touch your face before doing so. Key Takeaways New research shows that the SARS-CoV-2 virus (COVID-19) remains on some surfaces for up to 28 days.Paper money, glass, and stainless steel hold the virus longest, especially at lower temperatures....

Key TakeawaysA new study found that eating one avocado every day for 12 weeks had a positive effect on the diversity of the gut microbiome.A less diverse gut microbiome has been linked to the development of obesity and many health problems.Adding foods like avocados, fermented foods, and whole grains to your diet can improve the diversity of your gut microbiome. Key Takeaways A new study found that eating one avocado every day for 12 weeks had a positive effect on the diversity of the gut microbiome....