The ongoing battles over COVID-19 vaccination in the U.S. are likely to get more heated when the Food and Drug Administration authorizes emergency use of…
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Diagnosing kidney disease: Removing race from the equation
Scientists generally estimate the glomerular filtration rate (GFR) — a measure of kidney function — by assessing the levels of creatinine or cystatin C in…
How to tell the difference between a cold, the flu and pneumonia – pharmacist’s expertise
WHO says 'unknown pneumonia' is on their 'radar' We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you’ve consented to and to improve our understanding…
Prompt procurement and roll-out of COVID-19 vaccines are as important as their efficacy
For low- and middle-income countries, a COVID-19 vaccination program built on prompt procurement, effective on-the-ground distribution, and a rapid pace of vaccination (the total number…
Vienna tightens coronavirus restrictions
Austrian capital Vienna said Thursday it would tighten coronavirus restrictions to only allow those vaccinated or recovered from COVID-19 to enter restaurants, go to hairdressers…
Is it safe to strength train if your joints click and crack all the time?
Are you a knuckle cracker? Do your knees click? How about your hips? If you’ve got clicky joints then you’ve probably wondered if that impacts…
Study identifies cellular interactions essential to the immune attack on ovarian tumors
A Ludwig Cancer Research study has uncovered a cellular interaction that is essential to the ability of the immune system’s cytotoxic T lymphocytes to destroy…
Study illustrates the need to treat smoking and mental health problems together
Mental health problems are common among adults who smoke cigarettes and those with substance use disorders, illustrating a need for treating smoking and mental health…
If Obesity Were Diabetes or Cancer, How Would You Approach It?
Dr Lee M. Kaplan “When considering the challenges of obesity, ask yourself: ‘If it were diabetes, cancer, HIV, or Alzheimer’s, how would you discuss it,…
It’s not just you – exercise really does make you want to drink less
Ever noticed that you’re not as up for a glass of wine after a workout as you normally are? That’s because even a short workout…