MNT daily newsletter - May 03, 2018

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Welcome to today's MNT newsletter, containing the most recent headlines from your chosen news categories.


Anxiety / Stress
Researchers find the 'brain switch' for courage
Scientists have found a 'switch' that controls the fight-or-flight response in the brains of mice. The findings are relevant to humans living with PTSD.


Cancer / Oncology
Colorectal cancer: Treatment looks set for human clinical trials
An immunotherapy that engineers T cells to target only cancer cells killed tumors and prevented metastases in a mouse model of human colorectal cancer.


Cardiovascular / Cardiology
Could saunas reduce stroke risk?
According to a recent study, taking regular saunas might reduce the risk of stroke. At last, something enjoyable seems to be good for us.


Colorectal Cancer
Colorectal cancer: Treatment looks set for human clinical trials
An immunotherapy that engineers T cells to target only cancer cells killed tumors and prevented metastases in a mouse model of human colorectal cancer.


Complementary Medicine / Alternative Medicine
How do you treat a milk blister?
Milk blisters or milk blebs are common and can occur during breast-feeding. They are caused by the way the baby latches onto the breast, which results in a blockage of the nipple pores. There are a range of treatments for milk blebs, many of which can be tried at home. Learn more about remedies for milk blisters here.


Dermatology
How do you treat a milk blister?
Milk blisters or milk blebs are common and can occur during breast-feeding. They are caused by the way the baby latches onto the breast, which results in a blockage of the nipple pores. There are a range of treatments for milk blebs, many of which can be tried at home. Learn more about remedies for milk blisters here.


Eye Health / Blindness
What causes mucus strands in the eyes?
Mucus fishing syndrome is a condition where a person continually fishes excess strands of mucus from the surface of their eye. Constantly removing the mucus can cause further irritation. Causes include conjunctivitis, dry eye, and physical irritation. Learn more about causes and treatments for mucus fishing syndrome.


Immune System / Vaccines
Colorectal cancer: Treatment looks set for human clinical trials
An immunotherapy that engineers T cells to target only cancer cells killed tumors and prevented metastases in a mouse model of human colorectal cancer.
Is your love life being hampered by an immune response?
When we note signs of illness in others, we unconsciously tend to avoid them. But does this defense mechanism persist in potentially romantic situations?


Infectious Diseases / Bacteria / Viruses
Watch out for mosquitoes, ticks, and fleas, warn the CDC
CDC officials are concerned that diseases borne by fleas, mosquitoes, and ticks are on the rise, and new viruses have been introduced to the United States.


Neurology / Neuroscience
Researchers find the 'brain switch' for courage
Scientists have found a 'switch' that controls the fight-or-flight response in the brains of mice. The findings are relevant to humans living with PTSD.


Pregnancy / Obstetrics
How do you treat a milk blister?
Milk blisters or milk blebs are common and can occur during breast-feeding. They are caused by the way the baby latches onto the breast, which results in a blockage of the nipple pores. There are a range of treatments for milk blebs, many of which can be tried at home. Learn more about remedies for milk blisters here.


Psychology / Psychiatry
Researchers find the 'brain switch' for courage
Scientists have found a 'switch' that controls the fight-or-flight response in the brains of mice. The findings are relevant to humans living with PTSD.
Is your love life being hampered by an immune response?
When we note signs of illness in others, we unconsciously tend to avoid them. But does this defense mechanism persist in potentially romantic situations?


Stroke
What does a stroke feel like? During, after, and ministrokes
Many people know the classic signs of a stroke, such as facial drooping, trouble balancing, and difficulty speaking. But what does having a stroke feel like? Is it painful? What are the long-term effects? What are the symptoms of a ministroke? Also, learn what to do if you or someone nearby may be having a stroke.
Could saunas reduce stroke risk?
According to a recent study, taking regular saunas might reduce the risk of stroke. At last, something enjoyable seems to be good for us.


Veterinary
Watch out for mosquitoes, ticks, and fleas, warn the CDC
CDC officials are concerned that diseases borne by fleas, mosquitoes, and ticks are on the rise, and new viruses have been introduced to the United States.


Women's Health / Gynecology
How do you treat a milk blister?
Milk blisters or milk blebs are common and can occur during breast-feeding. They are caused by the way the baby latches onto the breast, which results in a blockage of the nipple pores. There are a range of treatments for milk blebs, many of which can be tried at home. Learn more about remedies for milk blisters here.


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