You may think your body ages at its own pace regardless of your state of mind, but research says otherwise. Inc.|Benjamin Hardy, Ph.D In 1978, Ellen Langer, a Harvard psychologist, conducted an important study. She gave houseplants to two groups of nursing-home residents. One group was told they were responsible for keeping their plant alive, and that they had autonomy in...
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New study reveals why breast cancer spreads to the brain
Posted Today Most cancers kill because tumor cells spread beyond the primary site to invade other organs. Now, a USC study of brain-invading breast cancer cells circulating in the blood reveals they have a molecular signature indicating specific organ preferences. The findings, which appeared in Cancer Discovery, help explain how tumor cells in the blood...
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Scientists uncover the process behind protein mutations that impact gut health
Study examines why a protein mutation that causes inflammatory bowel diseases is dysfunctional ST. MICHAEL’S HOSPITAL A new study led by researchers at St. Michael’s Hospital and the Princess Margaret Cancer Centre in Canada and Zhejiang University School of Medicine in China has uncovered why a protein mutation that causes inflammatory bowel diseases is dysfunctional. Published today...
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Artificial pancreas system better controls blood glucose levels than current technology
NIH-funded study based at CU Anschutz and other centers show safety, efficacy benefits for people with type 1 diabetes UNIVERSITY OF COLORADO ANSCHUTZ MEDICAL CAMPUS AURORA, Colo. (Oct. 17, 2019) – A multicenter randomized clinical trial evaluating a new artificial pancreas system — which automatically monitors and regulates blood glucose levels — has found that...
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Atrial fibrillation: Daily alcoholic drink riskier than binge drinking
A new study suggests that drinking small amounts of alcohol frequently rather than having infrequent bouts of binge drinking is more likely to increase the risk of developing atrial fibrillation (A-fib), a condition in which the heart beats irregularly. New research suggests that drinking daily may harm the heart’s regular rhythm more than binge drinking....
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Antihistamine Side Effects: When to Stop Taking Allergy Medication
By Dr. Liji Thomas, MD | Reviewed by Dr. Jennifer Logan, MD, MPH Skip to: Antihistamines Sedating antihistamines Central side effects Anticholinergic and alpha-adrenergic side effects Cardiac side effects Side effects with geriatric use Contraindications to sedating antihistamines Non-sedating antihistamines Conclusion Allergies have gone up by 40% in recent years, and allergy medications are being used more often than ever before. There are various types...
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Douching linked to dangerous chemicals in blood
By Maria Cohut, Ph.D. Fact checked by Paula Field Doctors generally advise women against vaginal douching, warning that this practice can upset the delicate balance of vaginal flora and increase the risk of infection. Now, a new study also shows that douching has associations with a higher blood concentration of harmful chemicals. Some women believe...
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Everything you need to know about essential oils
Essential oils are concentrated extracts of various plants. Practitioners use them in natural and alternative health practices, such as aromatherapy and naturopathy. Many plants contain some potentially helpful compounds. However, in many cases, there is not enough evidence to suggest their use as a treatment or cure for ailments. In this article, learn more about...
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What happens when a person takes too much zinc?
2019 By Nicole Galan Reviewed by Lindsay Slowiczek, PharmD Zinc is an important dietary nutrient that plays crucial roles throughout the entire body. Taking in too much zinc can be harmful, however, and it may cause a range of symptoms, including nausea, diarrhea, and headaches. According to the Office of Dietary Supplements (ODS), an excessive intake of zinc can...
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Q&A: Should you get vaccinations with a suppressed immune system?
by Mayo Clinic News Network Dear Mayo Clinic: I am 72 and take a drug for rheumatoid arthritis that suppresses my immune system. I’m scheduled to receive a vaccine later this year. Is it safe for me to receive this vaccine? A: Appropriate and timely vaccines are important for anyone with a suppressed immune system....