Welcome S.C.T.C, here are Medical News Today's headlines for June 27, 2018. |
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| Alcohol / Addiction / Illegal Drugs |
| What causes alcohol addiction? Study investigates Rats that persistently choose alcohol despite negative consequences have the same altered signaling mechanism in the brain as human addicts, a study shows. |
| Autism |
| Reversing autism with a cancer drug Scientists may have found a new treatment for a genetic form of autism; experiments in mice successfully reverse the condition using cancer trial drugs. |
| Biology / Biochemistry |
| How gut bacteria may help to spot and address liver disease There is a link between the composition of the gut microbiota and the development of liver disease, and this may be key to diagnostic and prevention. |
| Blood / Hematology |
| How to get more iron from the diet Iron is an essential nutrient needed to transport oxygen around the body. Its deficiency can lead to anemia. Here, look at how to get more iron in the diet and increase its absorption. We also cover recommend daily allowance, the symptoms and risk factors for iron deficiency, and whether you can get too much iron. | What to know about reduced blood flow to the brain The brain requires constant blood flow for it to function correctly. Not getting enough blood flow to the brain could be a sign of a vertebrobasilar circulatory disorder. Symptoms can include slurred speech and dizziness. Learn more about the symptoms and causes of vertebrobasilar circulatory disorders here. |
| Body Aches |
| Are Epsom salt baths safe during pregnancy? Epsom salt is a common home remedy for many ailments. Taking an Epsom salt bath can be an effective and safe way for people to ease aches and pains during pregnancy. However, they must take care not to ingest the Epsom salt or overheat. Here, learn more about the potential benefits of Epsom salt baths during pregnancy. |
| Cancer / Oncology |
| Reversing autism with a cancer drug Scientists may have found a new treatment for a genetic form of autism; experiments in mice successfully reverse the condition using cancer trial drugs. |
| Cardiovascular / Cardiology |
| Even minor sleep problems raise women's blood pressure A new study concludes that even minor sleep disturbances, such as finding it difficult to nod off, can increase the risk of hypertension in women. |
| Dermatology |
| What is a first-degree burn? A first-degree burn is classified as a superficial burn because it only affects the first layer of the skin. First-degree burns can happen for a variety of reasons, including spilling hot liquids, touching something hot, and sunburn. Treatment involves reducing pain and swelling and keeping the area cool. |
| Endocrinology |
| Why is a prolactin level test done? A prolactin level test is done to look for health conditions that relate to the hormone prolactin. Results may indicate pituitary disorders, hypothyroidism, kidney disease, or liver disease. Male and female fertility and milk production are also affected. Treatment for high levels includes medication. Learn more here. |
| Fertility |
| Why is a prolactin level test done? A prolactin level test is done to look for health conditions that relate to the hormone prolactin. Results may indicate pituitary disorders, hypothyroidism, kidney disease, or liver disease. Male and female fertility and milk production are also affected. Treatment for high levels includes medication. Learn more here. |
| Obesity / Weight Loss / Fitness |
| Product review: The desk that's also a bike Could a desk that doubles up as an exercise bike really work in an office environment? We were intrigued, so we trialed the FlexiSpot Deskcise Pro. | Sitting increases frailty risk for women A large, longitudinal study of middle-aged women finds that sitting for 10 hours per day drastically lowers the ability to recover from illness or injury. | How gut bacteria may help to spot and address liver disease There is a link between the composition of the gut microbiota and the development of liver disease, and this may be key to diagnostic and prevention. |
| GastroIntestinal / Gastroenterology |
| How to get more iron from the diet Iron is an essential nutrient needed to transport oxygen around the body. Its deficiency can lead to anemia. Here, look at how to get more iron in the diet and increase its absorption. We also cover recommend daily allowance, the symptoms and risk factors for iron deficiency, and whether you can get too much iron. | How gut bacteria may help to spot and address liver disease There is a link between the composition of the gut microbiota and the development of liver disease, and this may be key to diagnostic and prevention. |
| Genetics |
| What causes alcohol addiction? Study investigates Rats that persistently choose alcohol despite negative consequences have the same altered signaling mechanism in the brain as human addicts, a study shows. | Reversing autism with a cancer drug Scientists may have found a new treatment for a genetic form of autism; experiments in mice successfully reverse the condition using cancer trial drugs. |
| Hypertension |
| Even minor sleep problems raise women's blood pressure A new study concludes that even minor sleep disturbances, such as finding it difficult to nod off, can increase the risk of hypertension in women. |
| Liver Disease / Hepatitis |
| Why is a prolactin level test done? A prolactin level test is done to look for health conditions that relate to the hormone prolactin. Results may indicate pituitary disorders, hypothyroidism, kidney disease, or liver disease. Male and female fertility and milk production are also affected. Treatment for high levels includes medication. Learn more here. | How gut bacteria may help to spot and address liver disease There is a link between the composition of the gut microbiota and the development of liver disease, and this may be key to diagnostic and prevention. |
| Medical Devices / Diagnostics |
| Why is a prolactin level test done? A prolactin level test is done to look for health conditions that relate to the hormone prolactin. Results may indicate pituitary disorders, hypothyroidism, kidney disease, or liver disease. Male and female fertility and milk production are also affected. Treatment for high levels includes medication. Learn more here. |
| Neurology / Neuroscience |
| What causes alcohol addiction? Study investigates Rats that persistently choose alcohol despite negative consequences have the same altered signaling mechanism in the brain as human addicts, a study shows. | What to know about reduced blood flow to the brain The brain requires constant blood flow for it to function correctly. Not getting enough blood flow to the brain could be a sign of a vertebrobasilar circulatory disorder. Symptoms can include slurred speech and dizziness. Learn more about the symptoms and causes of vertebrobasilar circulatory disorders here. |
| Nutrition / Diet |
| How to get more iron from the diet Iron is an essential nutrient needed to transport oxygen around the body. Its deficiency can lead to anemia. Here, look at how to get more iron in the diet and increase its absorption. We also cover recommend daily allowance, the symptoms and risk factors for iron deficiency, and whether you can get too much iron. |
| Pain / Anesthetics |
| Are Epsom salt baths safe during pregnancy? Epsom salt is a common home remedy for many ailments. Taking an Epsom salt bath can be an effective and safe way for people to ease aches and pains during pregnancy. However, they must take care not to ingest the Epsom salt or overheat. Here, learn more about the potential benefits of Epsom salt baths during pregnancy. |
| Pediatrics / Children's Health |
| Reversing autism with a cancer drug Scientists may have found a new treatment for a genetic form of autism; experiments in mice successfully reverse the condition using cancer trial drugs. |
| Pregnancy / Obstetrics |
| Are Epsom salt baths safe during pregnancy? Epsom salt is a common home remedy for many ailments. Taking an Epsom salt bath can be an effective and safe way for people to ease aches and pains during pregnancy. However, they must take care not to ingest the Epsom salt or overheat. Here, learn more about the potential benefits of Epsom salt baths during pregnancy. |
| Psychology / Psychiatry |
| What causes alcohol addiction? Study investigates Rats that persistently choose alcohol despite negative consequences have the same altered signaling mechanism in the brain as human addicts, a study shows. |
| Seniors / Aging |
| Sitting increases frailty risk for women A large, longitudinal study of middle-aged women finds that sitting for 10 hours per day drastically lowers the ability to recover from illness or injury. |
| Sleep / Sleep Disorders / Insomnia |
| Even minor sleep problems raise women's blood pressure A new study concludes that even minor sleep disturbances, such as finding it difficult to nod off, can increase the risk of hypertension in women. |
| Sports Medicine / Fitness |
| Product review: The desk that's also a bike Could a desk that doubles up as an exercise bike really work in an office environment? We were intrigued, so we trialed the FlexiSpot Deskcise Pro. |
| Women's Health / Gynecology |
| Sitting increases frailty risk for women A large, longitudinal study of middle-aged women finds that sitting for 10 hours per day drastically lowers the ability to recover from illness or injury. | Are Epsom salt baths safe during pregnancy? Epsom salt is a common home remedy for many ailments. Taking an Epsom salt bath can be an effective and safe way for people to ease aches and pains during pregnancy. However, they must take care not to ingest the Epsom salt or overheat. Here, learn more about the potential benefits of Epsom salt baths during pregnancy. |
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