Medical News
Salad Sold In Walmart Recalled After Dead Bat Found Inside Packaged Mix
Tech Times - 9 Apr 2017 21:36
Fresh Express recalled a batch of its prepackaged salad after two customers complained about a bat found inside the mix. The CDC is currently undergoing an investigation into the matter.
Potassium-Rich Diet Could Be Key To Lowering Blood Pressure
Tech Times - 9 Apr 2017 14:48
A research review suggests that a potassium-rich diet is efficient against hypertension. High blood pressure, which currently accounts for many health complications, is an increasing worldwide problem that can be prevent...
New Flu Viruses Can Lead To A Pandemic That Can Impact Humanity
Tech Times - 9 Apr 2017 13:33
Researchers have identified 19 new virus strains in the last 10 years. The report also warned health officials worldwide to prepare for a flu pandemic, which may occur due to these new viruses.
Turning down the brain to erase fearful memories
EurekAlert! - 9 Apr 2017 06:00
(Weizmann Institute of Science) Weakening communication between two parts of the brain in mice reduced their fear levels.
Crystallization made crystal clear
EurekAlert! - 9 Apr 2017 06:00
(Weizmann Institute of Science) Researchers at the Weizmann Institute of Science have, for the first time, directly observed the process of crystallization on the molecular level, validating some recent theories about cr...
Uncovering the secrets of white cell power
EurekAlert! - 9 Apr 2017 06:00
(Weizmann Institute of Science) White blood cells push their way through barriers to get to infection sites.
Gene analysis adds layers to understanding how our livers function
EurekAlert! - 9 Apr 2017 06:00
(Weizmann Institute of Science) In a study reported recently in Nature, Weizmann Institute of Science researchers showed that the liver's amazing multitasking capacity is due at least in part to a clever division of labo...
How to mix the perfect cocktail
EurekAlert! - 9 Apr 2017 06:00
(Weizmann Institute of Science) Drug cocktails such as those for treating cancer, like the alcoholic versions offered at the local bar, are best when the proper ingredients are mixed in the right proportions. And like th...
Keeping up the pressure
EurekAlert! - 9 Apr 2017 06:00
(Weizmann Institute of Science) In addition to the classic stress response in our bodies -- an acute reaction that gradually abates when the threat passes -- our bodies appear to have a separate mechanism that deals only...