Innovative Heart Pump Offers Hope for Children Waiting for Transplants
Discover how the innovative Jarvik 2015 implantable heart pump is revolutionizing the way children with heart failure await transplants. With fewer external components and greater freedom of movement, this device offers a promising solution for young patients to wait for transplants in the comfort of their own homes. Learn more about the potential benefits and impact of this groundbreaking technology in pediatric cardiology.
Innovative Microarray Patch Breakthrough Revolutionizes Measles Vaccination
Discover how a new microarray patch could revolutionize measles vaccination in disadvantaged countries by increasing accessibility and efficiency. Learn how this innovative technology eliminates logistical challenges and improves immunization coverage, offering hope for reducing the burden of disease in underserved regions.
The Link Between Ancient Agriculture and Modern Diseases
Learn how the transition from foraging to farming paved the way for diseases and how future pandemics may stem from similar human causes. Discover how historical factors shape contemporary health challenges and how the Neolithic revolution around 12,000 years ago triggered the first wave of emerging infections.
Foods to Avoid for Clear and Glowing Skin
Nutritionist Deepsikha Jain highlights four key foods to limit for achieving clear and glowing skin. Avoiding dairy, processed foods, excess refined sugar, and fried foods can help maintain healthy skin. Incorporating citrus fruits, leafy greens, healthy fats, green tea, and water into your diet can promote skin health and radiance. Making mindful food choices is essential for achieving clear skin glow.
Innovative Device Developed for Gene Therapy Delivery in Lung Diseases
Oregon State University researchers have developed a groundbreaking device for improving gene therapy in patients with inherited lung diseases like cystic fibrosis. The innovative microfluidic aerosolization platform aims to revolutionize gene therapy treatments by addressing the limitations of current nebulization techniques.
Mother of Two Plans Run to Raise Funds for Ovarian Cancer Research
Read about Ashley Bigelow’s inspiring journey of overcoming ovarian cancer and organizing a run to raise funds for cancer research. Join Team Biggs on Mother’s Day in Lakeshore to support this important cause and make a difference in the fight against ovarian cancer.
Advancements in Neuroscience: Unraveling the Mysteries of Brain Plasticity and Connectomics
Discover the groundbreaking advancements in neuroscience that are revolutionizing our understanding of the brain and its potential. Learn about brain plasticity and its types, including synaptic plasticity, structural plasticity, and neurogenesis. Explore the field of connectomics and how it is mapping neural networks to provide insights into neurological and psychiatric disorders.
Terminal Lucidity: Moments of Clarity in Dementia Patients
Learn about the intriguing phenomenon of terminal lucidity in individuals with dementia, where sudden periods of clarity and lucidity occur before passing. Researchers are studying these episodes to gain insights into brain function and degenerative processes.
Rabies Concerns Rise in Bethel After Fox Tests Positive
Concerns about rabies have been raised in Bethel, Sullivan County, New York after a fox tested positive for the virus. Health officials are urging pet owners to ensure their animals are up to date on their rabies vaccinations to prevent exposure to wild animals. Free vaccination services will be available on June 5 at Morningside Park in Hurleyville.
Pertussis Case Reported at Bryan Station High School in Lexington
Learn about the confirmed case of pertussis at Bryan Station High School in Lexington, Kentucky. The health department is recommending preventive antibiotics for high-risk students who may have been exposed to pertussis. Students displaying symptoms are advised to stay home and seek evaluation. Vaccination is recommended as a preventive measure against this highly contagious respiratory illness.