From 1980 to 2017, more than 4.1 million boys and men and over 1.8 million girls and women died from an injury in the contiguous U.S., accounting for 9.3% and 4.2% of all male and female deaths respectively during that time period. Though increases in violence and suicides wasn't as pronounced as drownings and transport accidents, the new research suggests higher temperatures are associated with... [Full Article...]
When the project started in 2015, livers could only be kept on the machine for 12 hours . For example, medical staff may be able to fix pre-existing injuries, clean fat deposits in the liver or even regenerate parts of the organ. With the added time ex vivo , the scientists could fix the damaged livers, clearing them of fat deposits and facilitating tissue regeneration, for example. [Full Article...]
Numerous physical benefits that come with regular exercise may be mediated by a single protein group called Sestrin, according to a new study in the journal Nature Communications . Without needing to exercise, these flies displayed significantly higher performance levels than regular flies, again indicating that Sestrin in some way enhances physical capacities. [Full Article...]
The early dominance of the B-strain flu virus seems to hit children the hardest, with 32 pediatric deaths so far this season - the most this early in the season since the CDC started keeping track 16 years ago. If your kid has flu-like symptoms, keep them away from other children. More information about the flu and resources in Orange County is available here . [Full Article...]
The British Heart Foundation has warned heart attack and stroke deaths related to toxic air could exceed 3,700 in Devon over the next decade. Medical experts say the United Kingdom should brace itself for around 160,000 deaths in the next decade - equivalent to 43 per day. [Full Article...]
The poll showed Morrison's approval rating fell eight points from 45 per cent to 37 per cent while those dissatisfied rose 11 points from 48 per cent to 59 per cent. Authorities confirmed on Monday that 11.2 million hectares (27.7 million acres) of land had been razed in fires that have been burning for months, whipped by erratic winds and temperatures above 40 degrees Celsius (104 degrees Fahrenh... [Full Article...]
In the clinical trials, patients harbouring a PDGFRA exon 18 mutation had an overall response rate of 84 percent, with 7 percent having a complete and 77 percent having a partial shrinkage of their tumour. Embryo-fetal toxicity is also possible while on Ayvakit, so pregnant women and men and women of reproductive potential should be warned of this risk. [Full Article...]
The researchers tracked their health for around seven years and recorded how often they drank tea. Researchers have published the individuals who drink tea no less than thrice per week have wholesome years of lifestyles and longer lifestyles expectancy. [Full Article...]