Confocal image representing the immunolabelling of AgRP and Synaptophysin-TdTomato in the paraventricular nucleus of the hypothalamus anterior (PVH ant) of a mouse brain.v A high-fat diet can promote overweight and increase the risk of metabolic diseases, such as diabetes. In mice brains, this leads to measurable changes in the region of the hypothalamus. However, fat...
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Could groin pain be a sports hernia?
A sports hernia is a type of core muscle injury that occurs when there is weakening or a tear in the lower abdominal wall or the tendons that attach muscles to your pelvis. Although it can be found in a similar location to an inguinal hernia, typically, there is no bulge of the intestine protruding...
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Prostatic artery embolization offers lasting benefit for benign prostatic hyperplasia: Study
For men with benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), prostatic artery embolization (PAE) is safe and effective over 24 months of follow-up, according to a study published online Sept. 4 in Cardiovascular and Interventional Radiology. Marc R. Sapoval, M.D., Ph.D., from the Assistance Publique-Hôpitaux de Paris, and colleagues conducted an international trial of men with BPH with lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS)...
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Does Medicare cover oral surgery?
Original Medicare does not cover routine dental care or oral surgery for the general health of the teeth. However, Medicare may approve coverage for oral surgery in special cases. Although Original Medicare does not cover routine dental care, it does provide limited coverage for certain types of oral surgery. Approved procedures and surgeries include those...
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Medicare changes for 2025: What you need to know
October 2, 2024 by Karon Warren, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution Fall has arrived, and that means open enrollment for Medicare starts Oct. 15. There are several changes for 2024 that you should know before enrolling or updating your Medicare coverage. Even if you won’t turn 65 for a few more months, now is the time to...
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Does collagen really help fight wrinkles and aging? Dermatologist explains
October 2, 2024 by Abby Smith, Mayo Clinic Collagen has been seen in the media in regard to having anti-aging properties. At least 30% of the body—skin, bones, tendons, organs—is made up of collagen. Collagen is a protein of the supportive tissue of the skin, which helps give it its tightness and suppleness. As collagen...
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Cyberchondira: Searching Symptoms and Self-Diagnosis
By Syed S. A.Reviewed by Danielle Ellis, B.Sc. What is cyberchondria? Understanding the digital age health anxietyThe internet has transformed many aspects of our lives, including healthcare and health-related activities, significantly altering how we retrieve and search for information. One notable outcome of this digital shift is the rise of a condition known as cyberchondria....
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Mythbusting: The 10,000 Steps Per Day Trend
By Marzia KhanReviewed by Danielle Ellis, B.Sc. IntroductionThe ubiquitous concept of walking 10,000 steps a day originated in 1965 in the country of Japan. Dr. Yoshiro Hatano invented the pedometer, naming it “Manpo-kei,” which translates to “10,000-step meter.” One would think this figure originated from years of significant scientific research; however, it was actually an...
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How to get hay fever relief from fall allergies
October 2, 2024 by Mayo Clinic News Network Autumn is the season of change, with green leaves turning color and temperatures cooling. It’s also the season of hay fever, or allergic rhinitis. So how can people with fall allergies get relief? Dr. James Li, a Mayo Clinic allergist, says, “Fall is a very common season...
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What to know about the gallbladder
The gallbladder is a small, pear-shaped organ in the upper-right abdomen. It stores and releases bile, which is a liquid the liver produces, to support digestion by helping to break down fats. The digestive system contains many organs, such as the liver, pancreas, stomach, intestines, and appendix, that help people break down and absorb nutrients...