MNT daily newsletter - March 07, 2018

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Alcohol / Addiction / Illegal Drugs
E-cigarettes: Teens 'should not be using them at all'
A new study suggests that teenagers who use electronic cigarettes may be putting their health at risk by exposing themselves to carcinogenic compounds.


Alzheimer's / Dementia
Boosting the brain's immune cells may stop Alzheimer's
Two new studies show how a receptor activates immune cells in the brain to 'eat up' amyloid beta, thereby slowing down the progression of Alzheimer's.
Genetic score can identify Alzheimer's risk much earlier
Among adults in their 50s, researchers identified those with mild cognitive impairment — a precursor of Alzheimer's — from their polygenic risk scores.


Anxiety / Stress
Anxiety: Does waist size have anything to do with it?
Anxiety is a common occurrence in women, especially after menopause, and it has been tied to physiological changes. But could waist size be a risk factor?


Cancer / Oncology
E-cigarettes: Teens 'should not be using them at all'
A new study suggests that teenagers who use electronic cigarettes may be putting their health at risk by exposing themselves to carcinogenic compounds.


Cardiovascular / Cardiology
How to get rid of chest pain at home
Pain in the heart area sometimes has a relatively mild cause, such as gas or stress. We look at some of the best home remedies for heart pain here.


Clinical Trials / Drug Trials
Antidepressants: Do they really work?
The debate over whether antidepressants can really help to tackle depression has been rife. We take a closer look at the evidence.


Complementary Medicine / Alternative Medicine
Natural remedies for gastritis
While there are instances where medical treatment is necessary to treat gastritis, many people find they can manage the symptoms at home.
Can you use baking soda to treat acne?
Baking soda is a popular method that many people use to help treat acne breakouts. But is it safe to use, or can it cause more harm than good?
How to get rid of chest pain at home
Pain in the heart area sometimes has a relatively mild cause, such as gas or stress. We look at some of the best home remedies for heart pain here.


Depression
Antidepressants: Do they really work?
The debate over whether antidepressants can really help to tackle depression has been rife. We take a closer look at the evidence.


Dermatology
Can you use baking soda to treat acne?
Baking soda is a popular method that many people use to help treat acne breakouts. But is it safe to use, or can it cause more harm than good?


Obesity / Weight Loss / Fitness
Anxiety: Does waist size have anything to do with it?
Anxiety is a common occurrence in women, especially after menopause, and it has been tied to physiological changes. But could waist size be a risk factor?


Flu / Cold / SARS
Home remedies for phlegm and mucus
Excess phelgm and mucus can cause congestion, coughing, and problems breathing. Learn about 20 simple home remedies that can reduce mucus and phlegm.


GastroIntestinal / Gastroenterology
Natural remedies for gastritis
While there are instances where medical treatment is necessary to treat gastritis, many people find they can manage the symptoms at home.


Genetics
Genetic score can identify Alzheimer's risk much earlier
Among adults in their 50s, researchers identified those with mild cognitive impairment — a precursor of Alzheimer's — from their polygenic risk scores.


Acid Reflux / GERD
How to get rid of chest pain at home
Pain in the heart area sometimes has a relatively mild cause, such as gas or stress. We look at some of the best home remedies for heart pain here.


Immune System / Vaccines
Boosting the brain's immune cells may stop Alzheimer's
Two new studies show how a receptor activates immune cells in the brain to 'eat up' amyloid beta, thereby slowing down the progression of Alzheimer's.


Medical Devices / Diagnostics
Genetic score can identify Alzheimer's risk much earlier
Among adults in their 50s, researchers identified those with mild cognitive impairment — a precursor of Alzheimer's — from their polygenic risk scores.


Menopause
Anxiety: Does waist size have anything to do with it?
Anxiety is a common occurrence in women, especially after menopause, and it has been tied to physiological changes. But could waist size be a risk factor?


Mental Health
Antidepressants: Do they really work?
The debate over whether antidepressants can really help to tackle depression has been rife. We take a closer look at the evidence.


Neurology / Neuroscience
Boosting the brain's immune cells may stop Alzheimer's
Two new studies show how a receptor activates immune cells in the brain to 'eat up' amyloid beta, thereby slowing down the progression of Alzheimer's.


Nutrition / Diet
Can you use baking soda to treat acne?
Baking soda is a popular method that many people use to help treat acne breakouts. But is it safe to use, or can it cause more harm than good?


Pain / Anesthetics
How to get rid of chest pain at home
Pain in the heart area sometimes has a relatively mild cause, such as gas or stress. We look at some of the best home remedies for heart pain here.


Pediatrics / Children's Health
Babies who resemble dad are healthier at 1st birthday
According to a recent study, babies who live in single-mother households are more likely to be healthy at the age of 1 if they resemble their father.


Pharma Industry / Biotech Industry
Antidepressants: Do they really work?
The debate over whether antidepressants can really help to tackle depression has been rife. We take a closer look at the evidence.


Psychology / Psychiatry
Babies who resemble dad are healthier at 1st birthday
According to a recent study, babies who live in single-mother households are more likely to be healthy at the age of 1 if they resemble their father.


Public Health
E-cigarettes: Teens 'should not be using them at all'
A new study suggests that teenagers who use electronic cigarettes may be putting their health at risk by exposing themselves to carcinogenic compounds.


Respiratory
Home remedies for phlegm and mucus
Excess phelgm and mucus can cause congestion, coughing, and problems breathing. Learn about 20 simple home remedies that can reduce mucus and phlegm.


Sexual Health / STDs
What do different types of vaginal discharge mean?
Learn about what thick, white, clear, or colored vaginal discharge means for a person's health, as well as how to prevent unhealthy discharge.


Smoking / Quit Smoking
E-cigarettes: Teens 'should not be using them at all'
A new study suggests that teenagers who use electronic cigarettes may be putting their health at risk by exposing themselves to carcinogenic compounds.


Women's Health / Gynecology
Anxiety: Does waist size have anything to do with it?
Anxiety is a common occurrence in women, especially after menopause, and it has been tied to physiological changes. But could waist size be a risk factor?
What do different types of vaginal discharge mean?
Learn about what thick, white, clear, or colored vaginal discharge means for a person's health, as well as how to prevent unhealthy discharge.


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