A new, inexpensive way to heal chronic wounds
Scientists are developing a low-cost, practical biopolymer dressing that helps heal chronic wounds......»»
"It"s killing us": Delhi"s smog-choked roads take their toll
Stinging eyes, an unrelenting cough and chronic lung disease have taken their toll on Bhajan Lal, an auto rickshaw driver navigating the Indian capital's chaotic roads and poisonous air......»»
Exercise increases the body’s own ‘cannabis-like" substance which reduces chronic inflammation
Exercise increases the body's own cannabis-like substances, which in turn helps reduce inflammation and could potentially help treat certain conditions such as arthritis, cancer and heart disease......»»
How switching to a $25 vertical mouse helped heal my serious hand injury
A $25 vertical mouse I found on Amazon helped me heal a severe injury without having to sacrifice my work or hobbies......»»
VR Treatment For Chronic Pain Gets FDA Authorization
An anonymous reader quotes a report from The Verge: The Food and Drug Administration authorized a virtual reality system as a prescription treatment for chronic back pain, the agency announced today. The therapy, called EaseVRx, joins the short list.....»»
Obesity raises the risk of gum disease by inflating growth of bone-destroying cells
Chronic inflammation caused by obesity may trigger the development of cells that break down bone tissue, including the bone that holds teeth in place, according to new research that sought to improve understanding of the connection between obesity an.....»»
Microbiome discovery could help save kids’ hearing
Bacteria found in children's upper respiratory systems could help fight chronic middle ear infections, the leading cause of preventable hearing loss and deafness in Indigenous communities......»»
Anxiety effectively treated with exercise
Both moderate and strenuous exercise alleviate symptoms of anxiety, even when the disorder is chronic, a new study shows......»»
Landmark study points to source of rapid aging, chronic inflammation in people living with HIV
In a groundbreaking study of people living with HIV, researchers found that elusive white blood cells called neutrophils play a role in impaired T cell functions and counts, as well as the associated chronic inflammation that is common with the virus.....»»
Immune system early responder can combat COVID-19
A simple RNA molecule jumpstarts the immune system's 'first responders' to viral infection and can even eradicate the SARS-CoV-2 virus in mice with chronic cases of COVID-19, a new study finds......»»
Windows 11 SE Won"t Be Sold Separately, Can"t Be Reinstalled Once Removed
An anonymous reader quotes a report from Ars Technica: Microsoft is taking the fight to Chromebooks in schools with the $250 Surface Laptop SE, but inexpensive hardware is only part of the equation. One reason Chromebooks have succeeded in education.....»»
Walmart is practically giving away this Gateway laptop today
Save $40 on this super inexpensive Gateway laptop that's ideal for working on the move.....»»
The best acne masks to unclog your pores and make your face sparkle
Adding an acne mask to your beauty regime is the key to flawless and healthy-looking skin. Applying a mask that is specially formulated to heal your problem areas will brighten your complexion and give you that photo-finish glow. All acne isn't the s.....»»
Billy Porter shares some powerful words about letting go of shame
With his new memoir Unprotected out on the shelves, actor and broadway star Billy Porter joined Stephen Colbert on Thursday for a frank conversation about trauma and the ability to heal through the power of art."My hope is that my story and my journe.....»»
Study evaluates the association between environmental factors and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
High air pollution and living far away from blue or green spaces negatively influence health-related quality of life for people living with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), according to a recent study from researchers with the University.....»»
Best treadmill deals for November 2021
Even inexpensive treadmills are packed with features that give a great workout in your home gym.....»»
For knee replacement patients, physical therapy reduces risk of chronic opioid use
Even low levels of physical therapy were associated with lower risk of chronic opioid use after total knee replacement. The team's analysis of over 67,000 patient records revealed that the longer a patient waits to start physical therapy, the greater.....»»
Specific molecular mechanism that controls the transition from acute to chronic pain
A new study reveals the specific molecular mechanism that controls the transition from acute to chronic pain, and identifies this mechanism as a critical target for disease-modifying medicines......»»
Stress Levels Revealed in Micro-Beads of Sweat
Sweat analysis isn't new: the dynamic chemical composition of perspiration has inspired researchers from elite athletic performance specialists to chronic disease experts to try to decipher its signals.But translating raw perspiration into "sweat equ.....»»
"Smart bandage" may help solve a major problem when treating chronic wounds
How can doctors make sure a dressed wound is healing without taking off the bandage? This is a conundrum, because removing a bandage can disrupt the healing process. Technology presented in a new study in open-access journal Frontiers in Physics coul.....»»
Mini "mod" homes can help rough sleepers get off the streets for good: study
A new study on the first modular mini-homes in England created for those experiencing homelessness has found that—combined with "wraparound support"—these small, inexpensive units made from factory-built components help to restore the health, rel.....»»