Welcome S.C.T.C, here are Medical News Today's headlines for May 23, 2018. |
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| ADHD / ADD |
| Is my ADHD medication working? Symptoms of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) are often managed with medication. It is important to know whether this medication is effective and to adjust the type or dosage if needed. Here, learn how to tell whether ADHD medication is working, when to change it, and lifestyle factors that can help. |
| Allergy |
| What causes tongue bumps? Tongue bumps are common, and there are many possible causes, including injuries, allergies, and infections. Although tongue bumps can feel strange, they are usually harmless and should not cause concern. Here, we look at the causes and symptoms of tongue bumps, as well as when to see a doctor and treatment options. | What to know about nightshade allergies Nightshade species include potatoes, eggplant, and peppers. Nightshade allergies are rare but can be severe. A person can have an allergy or an intolerance to nightshade, which will cause different symptoms. This article looks at the symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment of nightshade allergies and intolerances. |
| Biology / Biochemistry |
| Can we protect the brain from cosmic radiation? Deep space radiation poses a serious threat to brain function, as it can impair cognitive abilities. Can an experimental drug offset these harmful effects? | Why fever can be your friend in times of illness A mild fever is not just the sign of an infection or viral disease. It actually stimulates the body's immune response, and a new study explains how. |
| Cardiovascular / Cardiology |
| Is krill oil better than fish oil for omega-3? Krill oil and fish oil are popular dietary supplements containing omega-3. Krill oil comes from a small crustacean while fish oil comes from oily fish, such as salmon. Both are shown to increase blood levels of omega-3 and have benefits for health. Learn more about the differences between krill oil and fish oil here. |
| Complementary Medicine / Alternative Medicine |
| Is green tea good for BPH? There are many potential treatments for an enlarged prostate or benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). Many people look to green tea to manage their BPH, and the science suggests that it may offer relief for some symptoms, and provide other health benefits. Learn more about green tea for BPH, and whether it works, here. |
| COPD |
| Plant pigments may preserve lung function into old age In addition to their natural antioxidant properties, flavonoids — the compounds that give plants their color — may keep our lungs healthy into old age. |
| Dermatology |
| What causes tongue bumps? Tongue bumps are common, and there are many possible causes, including injuries, allergies, and infections. Although tongue bumps can feel strange, they are usually harmless and should not cause concern. Here, we look at the causes and symptoms of tongue bumps, as well as when to see a doctor and treatment options. |
| Ebola |
| Can bats 'tell us' when and where Ebola will strike next? A new study suggests that we may be able to predict exactly when and where Ebola will next break out if we look to bats' migratory patterns. |
| Ear, Nose and Throat |
| What causes tongue bumps? Tongue bumps are common, and there are many possible causes, including injuries, allergies, and infections. Although tongue bumps can feel strange, they are usually harmless and should not cause concern. Here, we look at the causes and symptoms of tongue bumps, as well as when to see a doctor and treatment options. |
| Food Allergy |
| What to know about nightshade allergies Nightshade species include potatoes, eggplant, and peppers. Nightshade allergies are rare but can be severe. A person can have an allergy or an intolerance to nightshade, which will cause different symptoms. This article looks at the symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment of nightshade allergies and intolerances. |
| Genetics |
| Early exposure to microbes may protect against childhood leukemia A new analysis suggests that childhood acute lymphoblastic leukemia likely results from genetic predisposition and limited early exposure to germs. | Why fever can be your friend in times of illness A mild fever is not just the sign of an infection or viral disease. It actually stimulates the body's immune response, and a new study explains how. |
| Heart Disease |
| Is krill oil better than fish oil for omega-3? Krill oil and fish oil are popular dietary supplements containing omega-3. Krill oil comes from a small crustacean while fish oil comes from oily fish, such as salmon. Both are shown to increase blood levels of omega-3 and have benefits for health. Learn more about the differences between krill oil and fish oil here. |
| Immune System / Vaccines |
| Can we protect the brain from cosmic radiation? Deep space radiation poses a serious threat to brain function, as it can impair cognitive abilities. Can an experimental drug offset these harmful effects? | Why fever can be your friend in times of illness A mild fever is not just the sign of an infection or viral disease. It actually stimulates the body's immune response, and a new study explains how. |
| Infectious Diseases / Bacteria / Viruses |
| Can bats 'tell us' when and where Ebola will strike next? A new study suggests that we may be able to predict exactly when and where Ebola will next break out if we look to bats' migratory patterns. | Early exposure to microbes may protect against childhood leukemia A new analysis suggests that childhood acute lymphoblastic leukemia likely results from genetic predisposition and limited early exposure to germs. | What causes tongue bumps? Tongue bumps are common, and there are many possible causes, including injuries, allergies, and infections. Although tongue bumps can feel strange, they are usually harmless and should not cause concern. Here, we look at the causes and symptoms of tongue bumps, as well as when to see a doctor and treatment options. | Why fever can be your friend in times of illness A mild fever is not just the sign of an infection or viral disease. It actually stimulates the body's immune response, and a new study explains how. |
| Men's Health |
| Is green tea good for BPH? There are many potential treatments for an enlarged prostate or benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). Many people look to green tea to manage their BPH, and the science suggests that it may offer relief for some symptoms, and provide other health benefits. Learn more about green tea for BPH, and whether it works, here. |
| Neurology / Neuroscience |
| Can we protect the brain from cosmic radiation? Deep space radiation poses a serious threat to brain function, as it can impair cognitive abilities. Can an experimental drug offset these harmful effects? |
| Nutrition / Diet |
| Is krill oil better than fish oil for omega-3? Krill oil and fish oil are popular dietary supplements containing omega-3. Krill oil comes from a small crustacean while fish oil comes from oily fish, such as salmon. Both are shown to increase blood levels of omega-3 and have benefits for health. Learn more about the differences between krill oil and fish oil here. | Is green tea good for BPH? There are many potential treatments for an enlarged prostate or benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). Many people look to green tea to manage their BPH, and the science suggests that it may offer relief for some symptoms, and provide other health benefits. Learn more about green tea for BPH, and whether it works, here. | What to know about nightshade allergies Nightshade species include potatoes, eggplant, and peppers. Nightshade allergies are rare but can be severe. A person can have an allergy or an intolerance to nightshade, which will cause different symptoms. This article looks at the symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment of nightshade allergies and intolerances. | Plant pigments may preserve lung function into old age In addition to their natural antioxidant properties, flavonoids — the compounds that give plants their color — may keep our lungs healthy into old age. |
| Pediatrics / Children's Health |
| Early exposure to microbes may protect against childhood leukemia A new analysis suggests that childhood acute lymphoblastic leukemia likely results from genetic predisposition and limited early exposure to germs. |
| Prostate / Prostate Cancer |
| Is green tea good for BPH? There are many potential treatments for an enlarged prostate or benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). Many people look to green tea to manage their BPH, and the science suggests that it may offer relief for some symptoms, and provide other health benefits. Learn more about green tea for BPH, and whether it works, here. |
| Radiology / Nuclear Medicine |
| Can we protect the brain from cosmic radiation? Deep space radiation poses a serious threat to brain function, as it can impair cognitive abilities. Can an experimental drug offset these harmful effects? |
| Respiratory |
| Plant pigments may preserve lung function into old age In addition to their natural antioxidant properties, flavonoids — the compounds that give plants their color — may keep our lungs healthy into old age. |
| Rheumatoid Arthritis |
| Is krill oil better than fish oil for omega-3? Krill oil and fish oil are popular dietary supplements containing omega-3. Krill oil comes from a small crustacean while fish oil comes from oily fish, such as salmon. Both are shown to increase blood levels of omega-3 and have benefits for health. Learn more about the differences between krill oil and fish oil here. |
| Seniors / Aging |
| Plant pigments may preserve lung function into old age In addition to their natural antioxidant properties, flavonoids — the compounds that give plants their color — may keep our lungs healthy into old age. |
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