MNT daily newsletter - November 07, 2018

Medical News Today

Dear S.C.T.C,

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


Alzheimer's / Dementia
Alzheimer's: Artificial intelligence predicts onset
A deep learning algorithm trained to analyze brain scans accurately predicted who would develop Alzheimer's more than 6 years before diagnosis.


Biology / Biochemistry
How does a protein's 'evil twin' promote cancer growth?
The mutant variant of a cancer-suppressing protein blocks its 'sibling's' activity, researchers have found. This interaction allows cancer to spread.
Sleep deprivation may cause dehydration
New research finds that people who sleep 6 hours a night instead of 8 have a higher risk of dehydration and should, therefore, drink more water.


Breast Cancer
Breast cancer risk: Are you an early riser?
An innovative new study investigates the link between morning or evening preference and the likelihood of developing breast cancer.


Cancer / Oncology
Breast cancer risk: Are you an early riser?
An innovative new study investigates the link between morning or evening preference and the likelihood of developing breast cancer.
How does a protein's 'evil twin' promote cancer growth?
The mutant variant of a cancer-suppressing protein blocks its 'sibling's' activity, researchers have found. This interaction allows cancer to spread.
Everything you need to know about adrenal cancer
Adrenal cancer is a rare type of cancer that affects the adrenal glands. The adrenal glands make cortisol, aldosterone, and sex hormones. In this article, learn about the types and symptoms of adrenal cancer, as well as how doctors diagnose it and what the treatment options are. We also cover the possible risk factors.


Cardiovascular / Cardiology
A natural pigment can help decrease cardiovascular risk
A new systematic review finds that a common natural pigment could significantly lower the risk of heart disease and death related to cardiovascular events.


Complementary Medicine / Alternative Medicine
Are egg white face masks good for your skin?
Many people use egg white face masks as a way to boost the health of both oily and dry skin. However, there is little to no evidence to support the suggested benefits of these masks. We take a closer look at these alleged benefits and explain how to make an egg white face mask.


Cosmetic Medicine / Plastic Surgery
Are egg white face masks good for your skin?
Many people use egg white face masks as a way to boost the health of both oily and dry skin. However, there is little to no evidence to support the suggested benefits of these masks. We take a closer look at these alleged benefits and explain how to make an egg white face mask.


Dermatology
Are egg white face masks good for your skin?
Many people use egg white face masks as a way to boost the health of both oily and dry skin. However, there is little to no evidence to support the suggested benefits of these masks. We take a closer look at these alleged benefits and explain how to make an egg white face mask.


Diabetes
Can you eat grapefruit while taking metformin?
Consuming grapefruit or grapefruit juice can affect the safety and effectiveness of a variety of drugs. However, there is little evidence to suggest people taking metformin should avoid grapefruit. Learn more.


Endocrinology
Everything you need to know about adrenal cancer
Adrenal cancer is a rare type of cancer that affects the adrenal glands. The adrenal glands make cortisol, aldosterone, and sex hormones. In this article, learn about the types and symptoms of adrenal cancer, as well as how doctors diagnose it and what the treatment options are. We also cover the possible risk factors.


Ear, Nose and Throat
What is labyrinthitis?
Labyrinthitis is a condition that can occur when a cold, the flu, or a middle ear infection spreads to the inner ear. It can cause nausea, vertigo, dizziness, and hearing problems. Although symptoms often clear up on their own within a few weeks, it is important to see a doctor. Learn more here.


Flu / Cold / SARS
What is labyrinthitis?
Labyrinthitis is a condition that can occur when a cold, the flu, or a middle ear infection spreads to the inner ear. It can cause nausea, vertigo, dizziness, and hearing problems. Although symptoms often clear up on their own within a few weeks, it is important to see a doctor. Learn more here.


Heart Disease
A natural pigment can help decrease cardiovascular risk
A new systematic review finds that a common natural pigment could significantly lower the risk of heart disease and death related to cardiovascular events.


Infectious Diseases / Bacteria / Viruses
What is labyrinthitis?
Labyrinthitis is a condition that can occur when a cold, the flu, or a middle ear infection spreads to the inner ear. It can cause nausea, vertigo, dizziness, and hearing problems. Although symptoms often clear up on their own within a few weeks, it is important to see a doctor. Learn more here.


Medical Devices / Diagnostics
Alzheimer's: Artificial intelligence predicts onset
A deep learning algorithm trained to analyze brain scans accurately predicted who would develop Alzheimer's more than 6 years before diagnosis.


Medical Innovation
Alzheimer's: Artificial intelligence predicts onset
A deep learning algorithm trained to analyze brain scans accurately predicted who would develop Alzheimer's more than 6 years before diagnosis.


Nutrition / Diet
What are the benefits of intermittent fasting?
Many people try intermittent fasting as a way to lose weight. Research shows that there are benefits to eating during a short window of time during the day, including improvements in heart health and brain health. Learn more about the best benefits of intermittent fasting here.
Can you eat grapefruit while taking metformin?
Consuming grapefruit or grapefruit juice can affect the safety and effectiveness of a variety of drugs. However, there is little evidence to suggest people taking metformin should avoid grapefruit. Learn more.
A natural pigment can help decrease cardiovascular risk
A new systematic review finds that a common natural pigment could significantly lower the risk of heart disease and death related to cardiovascular events.


Radiology / Nuclear Medicine
Alzheimer's: Artificial intelligence predicts onset
A deep learning algorithm trained to analyze brain scans accurately predicted who would develop Alzheimer's more than 6 years before diagnosis.


Sleep / Sleep Disorders / Insomnia
Sleep deprivation may cause dehydration
New research finds that people who sleep 6 hours a night instead of 8 have a higher risk of dehydration and should, therefore, drink more water.


Vascular
A natural pigment can help decrease cardiovascular risk
A new systematic review finds that a common natural pigment could significantly lower the risk of heart disease and death related to cardiovascular events.


Chat with MNT on Facebook Messenger

Get the latest MNT news in Facebook Messenger. Chat with us now!

Just send us a message from our Facebook page.

Alternatively, use this link to chat directly on Messenger.


You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed through your MNT account on our web site, Medical News Today. If you wish to alter any of your subscription details (name, email address etc) or chosen news categories, please log into log into your newsletter preferences page.

To unsubscribe from these newsletters immediately, please click here.



No comments:

Post a Comment