Welcome S.C.T.C, here are Medical News Today's headlines for July 02, 2018. |
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| Alzheimer's / Dementia |
| Aging, obesity may prime the brain for Alzheimer's A recent study shows how an obesity-inducing diet — high in sugar and fats — boosts the detrimental effect of natural aging, increasing Alzheimer's risk. |
| Biology / Biochemistry |
| Cancer immunotherapy 'could be safer' with natural killer cells CAR cancer immunotherapy using natural killer cells from stem cells could be as effective and less toxic than using modified versions of patients' T cells. |
| Blood / Hematology |
| What causes a nosebleed at night? Nosebleeds can occur at any time, and some people only experience them at night. A range of factors may be responsible, including colds, chemical exposure, and heavy alcohol use. Home care can stop most nosebleeds, but if they recur, a person should see a doctor. Here, learn more about nighttime nosebleeds. | What does a cortisol level test show? A cortisol level test measures the amount of cortisol in the blood. This hormone plays a crucial role in the body. Doctors use cortisol level tests to check for signs of Addison's disease, Cushing's syndrome, and adrenal function abnormalities. Learn about the cortisol level test and what the results indicate here. |
| Cancer / Oncology |
| Cancer immunotherapy 'could be safer' with natural killer cells CAR cancer immunotherapy using natural killer cells from stem cells could be as effective and less toxic than using modified versions of patients' T cells. | Good news for heavy coffee drinkers The health benefits of drinking coffee in moderation are now known. However, a new study asks whether the benefits are the same for heavy drinkers. |
| Cardiovascular / Cardiology |
| Good news for heavy coffee drinkers The health benefits of drinking coffee in moderation are now known. However, a new study asks whether the benefits are the same for heavy drinkers. | How to stop heart palpitations during pregnancy Heart palpitations sometimes occur during pregnancy. It may feel as though the heart is skipping beats. Usually, the causes are not severe, and the palpitations do not require treatment. However, a pregnant woman should see a doctor for a diagnosis to be sure. Learn more about heart palpitations during pregnancy here. |
| Complementary Medicine / Alternative Medicine |
| Does nipple stimulation help to induce labor? Many people believe that stimulating the nipples can help to induce labor. Nipple stimulation causes the release of a hormone that triggers uterine contractions. However, there is no scientific evidence to show that this leads to true labor. Learn about nipple stimulation and other home remedies to induce labor here. |
| Depression |
| Could an Amazonian psychedelic treat depression? For many people with depression, medical treatments do not work. According to a recent study, the psychedelic drug ayahuasca might be the answer. |
| Dermatology |
| What to know about the KOH exam for fungal infections Doctors use the skin lesion KOH exam to test a person's skin for fungal infections, such as athlete's foot or ringworm. During the test, they take a skin scraping and place it in a potassium hydroxide (KOH) solution. In this article, we look at the procedure, results, what the KOH exam tests for, and alternatives. |
| Ear, Nose and Throat |
| What causes a nosebleed at night? Nosebleeds can occur at any time, and some people only experience them at night. A range of factors may be responsible, including colds, chemical exposure, and heavy alcohol use. Home care can stop most nosebleeds, but if they recur, a person should see a doctor. Here, learn more about nighttime nosebleeds. |
| GastroIntestinal / Gastroenterology |
| How to stop heart palpitations during pregnancy Heart palpitations sometimes occur during pregnancy. It may feel as though the heart is skipping beats. Usually, the causes are not severe, and the palpitations do not require treatment. However, a pregnant woman should see a doctor for a diagnosis to be sure. Learn more about heart palpitations during pregnancy here. |
| Heart Disease |
| How to stop heart palpitations during pregnancy Heart palpitations sometimes occur during pregnancy. It may feel as though the heart is skipping beats. Usually, the causes are not severe, and the palpitations do not require treatment. However, a pregnant woman should see a doctor for a diagnosis to be sure. Learn more about heart palpitations during pregnancy here. |
| Immune System / Vaccines |
| Cancer immunotherapy 'could be safer' with natural killer cells CAR cancer immunotherapy using natural killer cells from stem cells could be as effective and less toxic than using modified versions of patients' T cells. | What does a cortisol level test show? A cortisol level test measures the amount of cortisol in the blood. This hormone plays a crucial role in the body. Doctors use cortisol level tests to check for signs of Addison's disease, Cushing's syndrome, and adrenal function abnormalities. Learn about the cortisol level test and what the results indicate here. |
| Infectious Diseases / Bacteria / Viruses |
| What to know about the KOH exam for fungal infections Doctors use the skin lesion KOH exam to test a person's skin for fungal infections, such as athlete's foot or ringworm. During the test, they take a skin scraping and place it in a potassium hydroxide (KOH) solution. In this article, we look at the procedure, results, what the KOH exam tests for, and alternatives. |
| Neurology / Neuroscience |
| New algorithm uses brain scans to tell how smart you are Caltech scientists have developed an algorithm that can predict someone's IQ based on their brain activity patterns, as revealed by brain scans. | Aging, obesity may prime the brain for Alzheimer's A recent study shows how an obesity-inducing diet — high in sugar and fats — boosts the detrimental effect of natural aging, increasing Alzheimer's risk. |
| Nutrition / Diet |
| Good news for heavy coffee drinkers The health benefits of drinking coffee in moderation are now known. However, a new study asks whether the benefits are the same for heavy drinkers. | Aging, obesity may prime the brain for Alzheimer's A recent study shows how an obesity-inducing diet — high in sugar and fats — boosts the detrimental effect of natural aging, increasing Alzheimer's risk. |
| Pregnancy / Obstetrics |
| Does nipple stimulation help to induce labor? Many people believe that stimulating the nipples can help to induce labor. Nipple stimulation causes the release of a hormone that triggers uterine contractions. However, there is no scientific evidence to show that this leads to true labor. Learn about nipple stimulation and other home remedies to induce labor here. | How to stop heart palpitations during pregnancy Heart palpitations sometimes occur during pregnancy. It may feel as though the heart is skipping beats. Usually, the causes are not severe, and the palpitations do not require treatment. However, a pregnant woman should see a doctor for a diagnosis to be sure. Learn more about heart palpitations during pregnancy here. |
| Psychology / Psychiatry |
| New algorithm uses brain scans to tell how smart you are Caltech scientists have developed an algorithm that can predict someone's IQ based on their brain activity patterns, as revealed by brain scans. | Could an Amazonian psychedelic treat depression? For many people with depression, medical treatments do not work. According to a recent study, the psychedelic drug ayahuasca might be the answer. |
| Public Health |
| What causes a nosebleed at night? Nosebleeds can occur at any time, and some people only experience them at night. A range of factors may be responsible, including colds, chemical exposure, and heavy alcohol use. Home care can stop most nosebleeds, but if they recur, a person should see a doctor. Here, learn more about nighttime nosebleeds. |
| Seniors / Aging |
| Aging, obesity may prime the brain for Alzheimer's A recent study shows how an obesity-inducing diet — high in sugar and fats — boosts the detrimental effect of natural aging, increasing Alzheimer's risk. |
| Sexual Health / STDs |
| What to know about the KOH exam for fungal infections Doctors use the skin lesion KOH exam to test a person's skin for fungal infections, such as athlete's foot or ringworm. During the test, they take a skin scraping and place it in a potassium hydroxide (KOH) solution. In this article, we look at the procedure, results, what the KOH exam tests for, and alternatives. |
| Sleep / Sleep Disorders / Insomnia |
| What causes a nosebleed at night? Nosebleeds can occur at any time, and some people only experience them at night. A range of factors may be responsible, including colds, chemical exposure, and heavy alcohol use. Home care can stop most nosebleeds, but if they recur, a person should see a doctor. Here, learn more about nighttime nosebleeds. |
| Stem Cell Research |
| Cancer immunotherapy 'could be safer' with natural killer cells CAR cancer immunotherapy using natural killer cells from stem cells could be as effective and less toxic than using modified versions of patients' T cells. |
| Women's Health / Gynecology |
| Does nipple stimulation help to induce labor? Many people believe that stimulating the nipples can help to induce labor. Nipple stimulation causes the release of a hormone that triggers uterine contractions. However, there is no scientific evidence to show that this leads to true labor. Learn about nipple stimulation and other home remedies to induce labor here. |
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