Most of us sweat while we exercise, when it’s too hot, or if we’re on the London Underground (particularly the Central line). Perspiring is important because of how the body regulates temperature – sweat keeps us cool and comfortable and prevents the body from overheating. But you shouldn’t be sweating if your body doesn’t need […]
New stats show dementia causes 1 in 8 deaths in England and Wales
Alzheimer’s Research UK is calling on the Prime Minister to back worldwide commitments to invest in more dementia research as new data out today shows deaths due to the condition continue to rise. According to the Office of National Statistics, Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias remain the leading cause of death in England and Wales […]
Lower back pain: One surprisingly simple way to strengthen your back muscles
LOWER BACK pain is a commonly reported complaint in the UK. Most people will experience varying degrees of discomfort in this region in their lifetimes. It might come as a surprise that a simple tweak can help to ease symptoms, according to research. Patients with chronic low back pain are usually advised to perform exercises […]
The survival strategies of a bacterium that causes hospital infections
A group in the Department of Immunology, Microbiology and Parasitology at the UPV/EHU has conducted an in-depth study into the survival of the Acinetobacter baumannii bacterium, as well as the strategies it uses to survive. This bacterium is responsible for many outbreaks of hospital or nosocomial infections that arise in intensive care units. It is […]
Cancer warning: Obesity now poses a greater risk than smoking in four common cancers
Cancer is widely thought to be caused by genes or just plain bad luck, but the reality is not so black or white. Scientific research has revealed the risk depends on a combination of genes, environmental and lifestyle factors. This does provide some consolation – experts estimate that around four in ten cancer cases could […]
Study pinpoints what causes relapse after cancer immunotherapy
Harnessing the body’s immune system to fight off cancer, a tactic known as immunotherapy, has tremendously improved outcomes for patients. But a lingering problem with immunotherapy, as with many other cancer treatments, is relapse. In many cases the tumor comes back, and doctors don’t know why. Now, research from the lab of Elaine Fuchs, Rockefeller’s […]
New model for ICU care discovers causes of health emergencies
A new model for intensive care, developed by Rutgers and RWJBarnabas Health System, can help identify preventable—and previously overlooked—factors that often send chronically ill patients to the intensive care unit (ICU). The new process requires the ICU team—including physicians, nurses, pharmacists, social workers, chaplains and others—to truly listen to patients and their families to ensure […]
The study revealed knowledge is a dangerous half-True causes of Cancer and the least know – Video
Smoking, too much alcohol, poor diet and too little exercise: Would make sure the Germans more, would, according to the German cancer research center ill, in the year 2018, around 165,000 people have less cancer. However, the Knowledge of cancer causes is sown in the people tend to be rare. Many have knowledge of a […]
Is asthma genetic? Causes and risk factors
Asthma is a chronic lung disease that causes inflammation in the airways. This inflammation causes the airways to swell and become very sensitive. It can lead to wheezing and chest tightness. Asthma affects people of all ages and genders. According to the Centers for Disease Prevention and Control (CDC), 8.3 percent of people in the […]
HIV fatigue: Causes and treatments
In this article, we look at the causes of HIV-related fatigue, how to overcome fatigue, and the effects HIV has on a person’s mental health. An unusual level of fatigue, along with other symptoms, can be an early symptom of HIV. Fatigue can be an early symptom of HIV. HIV-related fatigue is often related to […]