Children with birth defects who were conceived via in vitro fertilization (IVF) were more likely to develop childhood cancer compared to those conceived naturally, according to the results of a cohort study. Kids with a major birth defect conceived via IVF had nearly seven times the risk of cancer than those without a birth defect
When warm weather hit this spring, people flocked outside to get socially distant – hikes, walks, camping, picnics. If a scratchy throat or cough arrived, many had to debate whether their symptoms were from outdoor allergens, or if they had come down with COVID-19. As weather gets cooler and we’re forced back indoors, many may
Martha Gray has a long history of breast cancer in her family, so she knows that she needs to take her mammograms seriously every year. Her mother and aunt were both diagnosed with breast cancer in their early 40s, and Marth has just turned 50. “I would ask every year, is there anything else I
For her whole life, Emma Mahony has shamed and blamed herself for not being like ‘neurotypical’ women. It wasn’t until her son was diagnosed with ADHD that her journey of self-discovery began, leading to her own diagnosis at 52 Because of the way my brain is wired, I can’t help but get things wrong. Even
Enough time has past since the pandemic began that scientists are evaluating the protective levels of cloth masks down to the nitty-gritty. Is a cotton mask better than one made from cotton and silk? What about thin, cloth-made masks vs thick ones? How do they rank in the current collection of protective face wear? Some experts say
More than 10 hours of testimony and debate failed to convince a US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) expert advisory panel that existing evidence reasonably supports a premarket approval (PMA) application for the Neovasc Reducer device. The Reducer is intended for people suffering from refractory angina pectoris despite guideline-directed medical therapy, who are unsuitable for
Ovarian cancer is the sixth most common cancer in women in the UK, with about 7,400 new cases every year. This number equates to approximately 20 diagnoses a day. Early diagnosis is key to successfully treating cancer, and ovarian cancer is no exception. But as seen frequently with many different cancer types, there are a
The negative mental impact of a pandemic like COVID-19 is well-known and documented. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, now 1 in 3 Americans is showing signs of clinical depression and anxiety. Coping with this (hopefully) once-in-a-lifetime event is something that a human brain has a hard time assimilating to: extreme and extended social distancing
Reviewed by Emily Henderson, B.Sc.Oct 28 2020 The international hunt to find more genetic risk markers for testicular cancer is expanding. A team of researchers led by Katherine L. Nathanson, MD, deputy director of the Abramson Cancer Center and the Pearl Basser Professor for BRCA-Related Research in the Perelman School of Medicine at the University
October 27, 2020 — Today, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved a lotion to treat head lice for nonprescription, or over-the-counter (OTC), use through a process called a prescription (Rx)-to-OTC switch. The FDA initially approved Sklice (ivermectin) lotion, 0.5% for the treatment of head lice infestation in patients 6 months of age and older
Laboratory technicians handle capped vials as part of filling and packaging tests for the large-scale production and supply of the University of Oxford’s Covid-19 vaccine candidate, AZD1222, conducted on a high-performance aseptic vial filling line on September 11, 2020 at the Italian biologics manufacturing facility of multinational corporation Catalent in Anagni. Vincenzo Pinto | AFP
Reviewed by Emily Henderson, B.Sc.Oct 28 2020 Handgun sales in California have risen to unprecedented levels during the COVID-19 pandemic, and experts say first-time buyers are driving the trend. The FBI conducted 462,000 background checks related to handgun purchases in California from March through September, an increase of 209,000, or 83%, from the same period
We speak to quantum transformation and embodiment coach Suzy Ashworth about money mindset during a pandemic There are lots of different things we’re navigating during the coronavirus pandemic. Aside from health concerns and being apart from loved ones, the economic impact has been difficult for many. Some have lost their jobs, others are having to
It wasn’t all that long ago that people were posting images of empty shelves in the grocery stores as well as shopping carts brimming with toilet paper. Shut-downs, sheltering, quarantining – and the fear of going without basic necessities should fear become reality – is causing alarm, as evidenced by empty food store shelves. According to an article in
Editor’s note: Find the latest COVID-19 news and guidance in Medscape’s Coronavirus Resource Center. A new poll of emergency physicians on the frontlines of the COVID-19 pandemic shows many are fearful of seeking mental health care for fear of stigma and the potential career impact. The results of the nationally representative poll, conducted October 7-13
Welcome to the latest edition of Investigative Roundup, highlighting some of the best investigative reporting on healthcare each week. Hospital Execs Get Bonuses Amid Layoffs Executives at hospitals in southeast Michigan received bonuses in March, right before their health systems laid off thousands of workers and took millions in federal COVID-19 bailout funds, according to
When she was six months pregnant, Desiree Doughty noticed that something seemed to be wrong with her breasts. “I noticed that one of my breasts was bigger than the other,” she says. “I immediately became alert, because breast cancer runs in my family. My mother died of breast cancer at age 47.” Desiree, a preschool
As a New York Times’ best-selling author and hit motivational speaker, who better to catch up with than Gabrielle Bernstein to uncover where her motivation comes from, and why now is the time to make a change? Hi Gabby! When did your own search for happiness begin? At the age of 15, I experienced my
Over the years, the number of children diagnosed with autism has risen drastically. According to a research and advocacy foundation, Autism Speaks, the prevalence of autism increased by 20 times since 1980. This is largely since a whole spectrum of characteristics are considered autistic behavior today, unlike earlier when social isolation and repetitive behavior alone were the main symptoms.
Sitting may not always be bad for the brain and, in fact, may benefit cognition, new research suggests. Although physical activity in seniors is beneficial for overall health, the new study suggests that being sedentary may benefit certain cognitive capacities, as long people are also sufficiently physically active. Investigators found that daily moderate-to-vigorous physical activity
Should I Buy Night Slim Pro? Are you tired of trying to lose that extra weight, with no real, long-time success? Recent studies show that men and women who cannot manage to lose weight, no matter what they do, have this one thing in common…the absence of REM sleep…the sleeping phase when your body burns
GlucoFlow: 6 Simple Lifestyle Changes Anyone Can Do To Help Maintain Healthy Blood Sugar Levels Hello, my name is Jonathan Garner the man behind GlucoFlow. And for the last 30 years, I worked as an Endocrinologist and as a Molecular Biophysics and Biochemistry Researcher, with my primary focus being blood sugar research. For three decades
Earlier this year, when Chadwick Boseman, the 42-year-old star of the megahit Black Panther died of colon cancer, it did not just point out the tragedy of dying young, but also the disparities in health conditions and survival among minorities. Even with presumably getting the best care, Boseman’s cancer progressed to a lethal stage IV.
This content originally appeared on diaTribe. Republished with permission. By Joseph Bell New SGLT-2 inhibitor and GLP-1 agonist diabetes medication recommendations for people with type 2 diabetes The American College of Cardiology (ACC) updated its guidance in mid-August for heart health in people with type 2 diabetes. These recommendations are supported by the American Diabetes Association (ADA),
CAMBRIDGE, Mass.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Oct. 26, 2020– Moderna, Inc., (Nasdaq: MRNA) a biotechnology company pioneering messenger RNA (mRNA) therapeutics and vaccines to create a new generation of transformative medicines for patients, today announced a supply agreement with the Ministry of Public Health of Qatar for mRNA-1273, Moderna’s vaccine candidate against COVID-19, to support the Ministry’s ongoing efforts to secure early
A passenger prepares to take a Delta flight on August 8, 2020 at LaGuardia Airport in Queens, New York. Andrew Lichtenstein | Corbis News | Getty Images New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio told residents on Tuesday to avoid traveling out of state during the holidays as the city responds to the “real threat”
Reviewed by Emily Henderson, B.Sc.Oct 27 2020 Findings from a new study conducted by a team of researchers at Dartmouth’s Geisel School of Medicine and published in the journal Preventive Medicine Reports, show that involving pediatric practices in the promotion of private well water testing can influence parental compliance. More than 43 million people living
Halloween may look different this year but we can still decorate our homes and enjoy a favorite fall treat – pumpkin and pumpkin seeds. As you are carving your pumpkin, save the meaty flesh of your pumpkin for this yummy smoothie. It is ready in minutes and light on the calories. And don’t forget to