Stem cell therapy has great potential to be an alternative to current treatments for common ailments. A stem cell transplant procedure can improve a cancer patient’s immune system and stem cell benefits can support the cells of patients with neurodegenerative diseases. Research continues to find ways to utilize stem cells to improve the quality of life of patients. Currently,...
Hypervitaminosis A: What to know
Hypervitaminosis A is a condition that occurs when a person has too much vitamin A in their body. This can happen if a person takes too many supplements or uses certain creams for acne over a prolonged period. Symptoms of hypervitaminosis A include vision problems, changes in the skin, and bone pain. Chronic cases of...
Head injury: Symptoms, concussion, and treatment
Head injuries range from a bump on the head to a skull fracture. Some head injuries are severe enough to cause brain damage or even death. Knowing the symptoms of a concussion and some simple first aid can help people respond to a head injury quickly, reducing the chances of complications. Types There is a range of...
What 800 million tweets reveal about our thought patterns
A large analysis of around 800 million tweets during a 4-year period suggests that circadian rhythms control our way of thinking. Our circadian rhythms are known to affect our mood, as our energy levels spike and dip at different times of the day. When taken collectively, the content of our tweets reveals more insight into our predictable...