Study offers a mental well-being ‘tool kit’ anyone can use
RESEARCHERS at the University of Wisconsin–Madison provide a tool kit for people struggling with pandemic stress.
It is clear the coronavirus pandemic is taking a...
How do mRNA vaccines work?
MOST vaccines contain an infectious pathogen or a part of it, but mRNA vaccines deliver the genetic instructions for our cells to make viral...
What happens when the body cannot process beta carotene?
TWO new studies in mice and humans suggest that some individuals may produce insufficient quantities of vitamin A from the beta carotene in their...
What is the protective value of different face masks?
RESEARCHERS have assessed how effective various medical and consumer-grade masks are at protecting the wearer from exposure to particles similar in size to SARS-CoV-2.
In...
7 ways to melt holiday stress and cozy up for a...
The stress of the holidays and pandemic may negatively affect your sleep. Stress influences sleep and sleep influences stress. Thankfully, there are ways to...
High blood pressure at any age can increase dementia risk
Researchers say high blood pressure at any age can increase a person’s risk for dementia later in life. They add that the risk isn’t...
Diabetes drug may decrease Covid-19 death risk in women
A recent study found an association between metformin and a significantly reduced mortality risk in women with type 2 diabetes or obesity who were...
Study hints that supplements may reduce Covid-19 risk in females
THE research found small but significant decreases in the risk of SARS-CoV-2 infection among females — but not males — who took multivitamins, vitamin...
Managing diabetes after incarceration: A difficult journey
FOR the average adult, a diabetes diagnosis is life-changing. Managing diabetes involves a daily routine that shifts toward remembering to take medication, check blood...
Hope against Covid-19: Spotlight on 3 vaccine front-runners
MEDIA outlets are increasingly reporting on vaccine progress, and in many ways, the month of December is looking more hopeful than ever.
However, the influx...
