SEATTLE — In 2016, hospitals in New York state identified a rare and dangerous fungal infection never before found in the United States. Research laboratories quickly mobilized to review historical specimens and found the fungus had been present in the country since at least 2013. In the years since, New York City has emerged as […]
Engaging in ‘static isometric exercises’ – such as the plank, glute bridge, and wall sit – could prove beneficial in lowering blood pressure, according to a recent study published in the British Journal of Sports Medicine. Researchers from Canterbury Christ Church University drew upon data from 270 clinical trials involving nearly 16,000 participants, revealing that […]
Since the eighteenth century, humans have been obsessed with young blood. No, not vampires, although the mythical creature could have been an inspiration. Young blood, researchers have long thought, could hold strong anti-aging properties. Over the past 150 years, researchers have been experimenting with a rather Cronenberg-esque surgical procedure called parabiosis, where a pair of […]
SOUTHPORT — Thursday, July 27 marks six years since the death of Southport Police Department Lt. Aaron Allan. Over the weekend, a blood drive was held in his honor. At the blood drive, 38 bags of blood were donated. This will have the ability to help about 114 people. In the video above, Rafael Sanchez […]
JOHNSTOWN, Pa. (WTAJ) — The American Red Cross will hold a blood drive in Johnstown to honor a dedicated blood donor who is in need. On August 11, the Red Cross invites the community to join their donation drive in honor of Dan Hutchison. The drive will be held at the St. Therese Church in […]
Old animals live longer when their blood system is joined to a younger animal’s, scientists have shown in a breakthrough which hints at how to slow down ageing. Throughout history, cultures across the globe have extolled the properties of youthful blood, with children sacrificed and the blood of young warriors drunk by their conquerors. It […]
Tori Kelly breaks her silence on ‘scary’ health emergency after she had to be rushed to ICU with ‘life-threatening blood clots’ – revealing she’s ‘feeling stronger’ but admitting doctors still ‘have some things to uncover’ Tori, 30, collapsed while having dinner with friends on Sunday Now, the singer has spoken out about the terrifying incident […]
While health care workers played a critical role in saving people’s lives, they faced a much higher risk of infection and death, particularly in the early stages of the pandemic. This is largely because they were not protected by sufficient infection prevention and control (IPC) protocols – basic measures that should be present in every […]
In a study straight out of science fiction, scientists have increased the lifespans of old mice by 10 percent by fusing them and their bloodstreams with younger animals. For the first time, the team was able to demonstrate that the anti-aging effects of these young blood transfusions could last for months after the procedure, resulting […]
The blood of a young individual may contain cells, proteins or other components that have rejuvenating properties Alamy Stock Photo Surgically attaching old mice to young mice for three months turns back the biological age of the older individuals and extends their lifespan after they are detached. The finding adds to a large body of […]