Lung injury associated with cannabinoid oil vaping is rapidly becoming a serious public health concern. We describe the clinical and…
Relationship of nutritional status, inflammation, and serum albumin levels during acute illness: A prospective study
Low serum albumin levels resulting from inflammation-induced capillary leakage or disease-related anorexia during acute illness are associated with poor outcomes.…
Disparities in care among homeless adults hospitalized for cardiovascular conditions
Researchers have found that there are indeed striking disparities in in-hospital care and mortality between homeless and non-homeless adults.
What will make grandma use her Fitbit longer?
For older adults, Fitbits and other activity trackers may be popular gifts, but they may not be used for very…
T-box structure in bacteria may be target for new antibiotics
Researchers have uncovered the structure of a regulatory mechanism unique to bacteria, opening the door for designing new antibiotics targeted…
Mechanism connects early binge drinking to adult behaviors
Intermittent exposure to high levels of alcohol in adolescent animals leads to increased levels of microRNA-137 in the brains of…
Haemochromatosis
Hereditary haemochromatosis is now well recognized as an inherited disorder of iron loading that is entirely preventable if recognized early.…
Medical News Today: What to know about ferritin and hair growth
Ferritin is a protein found throughout the body that stores iron. Low ferritin levels, and low iron levels, could affect…
Medical News Today: Why you should wash fruits and vegetables
People should always wash fruits and vegetables before eating or cooking them. Washing them reduces the risk of consuming harmful…
Switching to renewable energy could save thousands of lives in Africa
New research finds that if Africa chooses a future powered by fossil fuels, nearly 50,000 people could die prematurely each…