When Nicole Villagran signed up to do her first Tough Mudder course, she thought she’d be getting an entertaining, if messy, workout. She got that — and much more. Villagran has spent the last 10 days dealing with a pustular rash covering her arms, legs and torso. The El Sobrante resident was one of thousands […]
As genetic and genomic research continues to rapidly evolve, scientists and researchers are gaining a deeper understanding of the role of genetics in health and disease. However, integrating genetics and genomics into routine clinical care has been a much slower process, hampered, in part, by the lack of comprehensive knowledge of the latest genetic testing […]
The University of Pittsburgh’s School of Pharmacy, in partnership with the Schools of Medicine, Nursing and Health and Rehabilitation Sciences, is one of five universities that will each receive a $20,000 grant to teach the correct way to check blood pressure, the American Medical Association (AMA) announced Wednesday. “Despite the fact that inaccurate blood pressure […]
Clonal hematopoiesis of indeterminate potential (CHIP), a condition that changes the DNA of some blood cells and increases the risk for blood cancers and cardiovascular disease, may reduce a person’s risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease. This finding from an NIA-funded study published recently in Nature Medicine may provide new insights into the role that blood […]
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Marijuana smokers have significantly higher levels of toxic metals in their blood and urine compared to non-marijuana tobacco users, according to a recent study from Columbia University’s Mailman School of Public Health. The research, led by Professor Tiffany Sanchez, indicates that marijuana may be an under-recognized source of metal exposure, as it remains illegal at […]
Staying cool is the best way pregnant women can beat the heat during extreme conditions. Key Points Expectant mothers are at risk of heat exhaustion. Extreme heat can lead to birth defects and death in pregnant women. Look for cooling stations, air-conditioned places, swimming pools or other bodies of water to help stay cool during […]
A new blood test for Parkinson’s, which could mean the disease is diagnosed earlier, has been developed by scientists. The current diagnostic process of Parkinson’s disease is largely based on clinical symptoms. However, the warning signs usually strike only after significant neurological damage has already occurred. Fortunately, a study, published in the journal Science Translational […]
NFL teams had to cut down their rosters this week, and Jags head coach Doug Pederson cut tight end Josh Pederson — who is his son. Definitely can’t accuse Josh of being a nepo baby.
It’s always important to stay hydrated. After all, more than half of the human body is made of water. Drinking water keeps you from becoming thirsty and can help cool you off on a hot day. But staying hydrated provides many other health benefits, such as regulating bowel movements and keeping your joints lubricated. If […]