Researchers have discovered a key clue into the development of the pancreas and brain by studying rare patients born without a pancreas. The study from the Wellcome Sanger Institute, the University of Exeter and collaborators also identified a previously unexpected pathway involved in the development of the human pancreas, and confirmed this in mice. Understanding […]
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RKI expert explains why he maintains a Federal-wide vaccination is pointless
An expert from the Robert-Koch-Institute (RKI) in Berlin has turned out on Tuesday in the public debate about a possible measles vaccination in German daycare centers and schools. In contrast to the Minister of health, Jens Spahn, Minister for the family, Franziska Giffey, SPD-health expert Karl Lauterbach and some of the other politicians, Ole Wichmann […]
The Federal environment Agency calls for stricter limit values for fine dust
The Federal environment Agency (UBA) urges stricter limits for fine dust. Authorities boss Maria Krautzberger pointed out in the “süddeutsche Zeitung” on the recommendations of the world health organization (WHO). “We are also in the Federal environment Agency, see the risks due to high concentrations of fine dust,” said the UBA President with a view […]
The Only Times It's OK Not to Get the Measles Vaccine
New York City declared a public health emergency this week in light of an ongoing measles outbreak, as Mayor Bill de Blasio announced that unvaccinated individuals could face fines of $1,000. Measles cases are at a five-year high in the United States, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) also reported this week, […]
This Plus-Sized Model’s Bikini Pic Is Sparking Controversy on Twitter
Gillette is the latest company to support the body positive movement, and they’re doing so in a big way. On April 3, the shaving brand shared a photo to their Twitter feed of model and blogger Anna O’Brien in a bikini. The tweet was captioned, “Go out there and slay the day,” and showed the […]
This Photo of Ashley Graham in a Bikini Eating Cheetos Is the Most Relatable Thing Ever
Name someone more body positive than Ashley Graham. Can’t think of anybody? Yeah, us either. She never fails to serve up self-love inspiration, and her latest Instagram post is the perfect example. Graham shared a photo of herself munching on some Cheetos while at a bikini shoot. Guilt-free snacking in swimwear? She’s living the dream. “Itty bitty things for big […]
Is It A Bad Idea To Get Back With An Ex?
I’m back with my ex, Mack. But it actually feels like we just met. I originally met him when I was 21 years old and living far away from the West Coast in Chicago. That was the first time we dated. We reunited almost a year ago in San Francisco. It turns out, a lot […]
The Germans drink less cow’s milk – what is instead popular
The people in Germany drink less milk. This Trend has continued in the past year. Per capita, there were at 51.5 pounds, three percent less than in 2017, the Federal Agency for agriculture and nutrition in Bonn. In previous years, consumers were drinking less milk, but the decline was less strong. It was in the […]
You Need To See This Ring That’s Secretly Designed To Give You An Orgasm
Unbound just launched the Palma, a vibrator that doubles as a statement ring. The sleek bullet vibe has five unique vibration settings, including one you can totally customize. It’s also waterproof and comes in ring sizes 5 to 10. If you think there’s nothing sexier than having a secret, especially when that secret involves sex, […]
Researchers identify ‘beauty spots’ in the genome
Genes play a role in determining the beauty of a person’s face, but that role varies with the person’s sex, according to a new study by Qiongshi Lu and colleagues at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, published 4th April in PLOS Genetics. Humans tend to be preoccupied with beauty—a person’s attractiveness is associated with academic performance, […]