MNT daily newsletter - February 28, 2018

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Alcohol / Addiction / Illegal Drugs
Can you drink alcohol while taking antihistamines?
Taking medications can mean other substances, such as alcohol, are more dangerous. Mixing benadryl and alcohol has several distinct dangers to be aware of.


Allergy
Why are my lips swollen?
Find out more about what causes swollen lips, including food or environmental allergies. We also look at treatments and when to see a doctor.


Asthma
What do rescue inhalers do?
Using a rescue inhaler can provide relief during an asthma attack, but there are many different types and uses. Learn more about them here.


Back Pain
Now too much standing is bad for us, says study
Studies have long been telling us that too much sitting is bad for our health. Now, a new study claims that prolonged standing may cause us harm, too.


Biology / Biochemistry
Parkinson's disease: Why do brain cells die?
A new study has shown that a mitochondrial molecule called cardiolipin helps to correctly fold alpha-synuclein protein, whose incorrectly folded forms are found in Lewy bodies.
The hidden power of daffodils in the fight against cancer
New research has uncovered the hidden molecular potential of a daffodil extract — an alkaloid named hemanthamine — in the fight against cancer.


Bio-terrorism / Terrorism
The low-down on biological warfare
The term 'biological warfare' is well-known. In this article, we delve into the details of its history, current status, and potential future.


Blood / Hematology
Smoldering multiple myeloma and cancer: What to know
Smoldering multiple myeloma is a rare disorder that can lead to a cancer called multiple myeloma. Learn more about the diagnosis, progression, and outlook.


Breast Cancer
The hidden power of daffodils in the fight against cancer
New research has uncovered the hidden molecular potential of a daffodil extract — an alkaloid named hemanthamine — in the fight against cancer.


Cancer / Oncology
Smoldering multiple myeloma and cancer: What to know
Smoldering multiple myeloma is a rare disorder that can lead to a cancer called multiple myeloma. Learn more about the diagnosis, progression, and outlook.
The hidden power of daffodils in the fight against cancer
New research has uncovered the hidden molecular potential of a daffodil extract — an alkaloid named hemanthamine — in the fight against cancer.


Complementary Medicine / Alternative Medicine
The hidden power of daffodils in the fight against cancer
New research has uncovered the hidden molecular potential of a daffodil extract — an alkaloid named hemanthamine — in the fight against cancer.


Dermatology
Why are my lips swollen?
Find out more about what causes swollen lips, including food or environmental allergies. We also look at treatments and when to see a doctor.


Obesity / Weight Loss / Fitness
Now too much standing is bad for us, says study
Studies have long been telling us that too much sitting is bad for our health. Now, a new study claims that prolonged standing may cause us harm, too.
Larger waist, hips may raise women's heart attack risk
A study that looked at the body shape and size of almost half a million adults uncovers significant sex differences in heart attack risk.


GastroIntestinal / Gastroenterology
Klebsiella oxytoca infection: What you should know
Klebsiella oxytoca is a type of bacteria that can cause infections if found outside of the intestines. Learn about the symptoms, risks, and treatment.
What are the effects of meningitis? 22 symptoms
Many people recover from meningitis with proper medical treatment, but some people may have lifelong effects. Learn about how meningitis affects the body.


Headache / Migraine
What are the effects of meningitis? 22 symptoms
Many people recover from meningitis with proper medical treatment, but some people may have lifelong effects. Learn about how meningitis affects the body.


Heart Disease
Larger waist, hips may raise women's heart attack risk
A study that looked at the body shape and size of almost half a million adults uncovers significant sex differences in heart attack risk.


Infectious Diseases / Bacteria / Viruses
The low-down on biological warfare
The term 'biological warfare' is well-known. In this article, we delve into the details of its history, current status, and potential future.
What causes labia swelling?
Learn about swollen labia, when the vaginal lips are swollen and may feel irritated. We look at treatment, home remedies, and when to see a doctor.
Klebsiella oxytoca infection: What you should know
Klebsiella oxytoca is a type of bacteria that can cause infections if found outside of the intestines. Learn about the symptoms, risks, and treatment.
What are the effects of meningitis? 22 symptoms
Many people recover from meningitis with proper medical treatment, but some people may have lifelong effects. Learn about how meningitis affects the body.


IT / Internet / E-mail
Letter from the Editor: Empathy
Managing Editor Marie Ellis reports on MNT's top articles from February, as well as one of our most important guiding principles: empathy.


Men's Health
Diesel exhaust may raise risk of neurological disease
A new study has revealed that men with occupations involving exposure to diesel exhaust could be at greater risk of developing ALS, also known as Lou Gehrig's disease.


Mental Health
What are hypnagogic hallucinations?
Hypnagogic hallucinations are imagined sensations that occur when a person is falling asleep. They can be distressing, but treatments are available.


Muscular Dystrophy / ALS
Diesel exhaust may raise risk of neurological disease
A new study has revealed that men with occupations involving exposure to diesel exhaust could be at greater risk of developing ALS, also known as Lou Gehrig's disease.


Neurology / Neuroscience
Parkinson's disease: Why do brain cells die?
A new study has shown that a mitochondrial molecule called cardiolipin helps to correctly fold alpha-synuclein protein, whose incorrectly folded forms are found in Lewy bodies.
Diesel exhaust may raise risk of neurological disease
A new study has revealed that men with occupations involving exposure to diesel exhaust could be at greater risk of developing ALS, also known as Lou Gehrig's disease.


Parkinson's Disease
Parkinson's disease: Why do brain cells die?
A new study has shown that a mitochondrial molecule called cardiolipin helps to correctly fold alpha-synuclein protein, whose incorrectly folded forms are found in Lewy bodies.


Pediatrics / Children's Health
Do your children influence how you store your gun?
If a child is at risk of self-harm, do their parents store guns at home more safely? A new study sets out to answer this important question.


Pharmacy / Pharmacist
Can you drink alcohol while taking antihistamines?
Taking medications can mean other substances, such as alcohol, are more dangerous. Mixing benadryl and alcohol has several distinct dangers to be aware of.


Pregnancy / Obstetrics
What are the effects of meningitis? 22 symptoms
Many people recover from meningitis with proper medical treatment, but some people may have lifelong effects. Learn about how meningitis affects the body.


Psychology / Psychiatry
Letter from the Editor: Empathy
Managing Editor Marie Ellis reports on MNT's top articles from February, as well as one of our most important guiding principles: empathy.
What are hypnagogic hallucinations?
Hypnagogic hallucinations are imagined sensations that occur when a person is falling asleep. They can be distressing, but treatments are available.


Public Health
The low-down on biological warfare
The term 'biological warfare' is well-known. In this article, we delve into the details of its history, current status, and potential future.
Do your children influence how you store your gun?
If a child is at risk of self-harm, do their parents store guns at home more safely? A new study sets out to answer this important question.


Respiratory
What do rescue inhalers do?
Using a rescue inhaler can provide relief during an asthma attack, but there are many different types and uses. Learn more about them here.


Sexual Health / STDs
What causes labia swelling?
Learn about swollen labia, when the vaginal lips are swollen and may feel irritated. We look at treatment, home remedies, and when to see a doctor.


Sleep / Sleep Disorders / Insomnia
What are hypnagogic hallucinations?
Hypnagogic hallucinations are imagined sensations that occur when a person is falling asleep. They can be distressing, but treatments are available.


Sports Medicine / Fitness
Now too much standing is bad for us, says study
Studies have long been telling us that too much sitting is bad for our health. Now, a new study claims that prolonged standing may cause us harm, too.


Urology / Nephrology
What can you do to induce urination?
Learn about nine ways to make yourself pee when you are unable to go. We also look at when someone might need to induce urination, and when to seek help.


Water - Air Quality / Agriculture
Diesel exhaust may raise risk of neurological disease
A new study has revealed that men with occupations involving exposure to diesel exhaust could be at greater risk of developing ALS, also known as Lou Gehrig's disease.


Women's Health / Gynecology
What causes labia swelling?
Learn about swollen labia, when the vaginal lips are swollen and may feel irritated. We look at treatment, home remedies, and when to see a doctor.
Larger waist, hips may raise women's heart attack risk
A study that looked at the body shape and size of almost half a million adults uncovers significant sex differences in heart attack risk.


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