Welcome S.C.T.C, here are Medical News Today's headlines for November 09, 2018. |
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| Back Pain |
| What is a TENS unit and does it work? Some people use a transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS) unit to treat pain. This device works by sending electrical impulses through the skin. It may give people relief from the painful symptoms of arthritis, multiple sclerosis, fibromyalgia, endometriosis, and other conditions. Learn more here. |
| Biology / Biochemistry |
| Scientists confirm the role of 'molecular switch' in Parkinson's disease Researchers establish that a cellular pathway that protects the brain against damage is disrupted in Parkinson's disease. Two enzymes play key roles. |
| Brain injury: New target may help eliminate inflammation Researchers have identified a new cellular target that may, in the future, allow them to prevent the harmful effects of inflammation after brain injury. |
| Cardiovascular / Cardiology |
| 7 benefits of rooibos tea Rooibos tea is a delicious alternative to green or black tea. It is naturally caffeine-free and has many other potential health benefits. Learn about them here. |
| Complementary Medicine / Alternative Medicine |
| Could singing relieve the symptoms of Parkinson's? Singing therapy could have real-life benefits for people with Parkinson's disease. A recent pilot study adds to an ever-growing weight of evidence. |
| What is ancient Greek medicine? Ancient Greek doctors included Hippocrates, the "father of medicine." How did the Greeks practice medicine, and how does this relate to health in our times? Find out more. |
| Ancient Roman medicine During the Roman Empire, health standards improved due to an understanding of the importance of public health and the influence of Greek doctors. Learn more about medicine during this period here. |
| Diabetes |
| 7 benefits of rooibos tea Rooibos tea is a delicious alternative to green or black tea. It is naturally caffeine-free and has many other potential health benefits. Learn about them here. |
| Epilepsy |
| What to know about focal (partial) seizures Focal seizures, also called partial seizures, happen when a seizure affects only one part of the brain. Focal seizures differ from generalized seizures, which affect the whole brain. Focal seizures can be simple or complex. In this article, we discuss the types, symptoms, causes, and treatment of focal seizures. |
| Obesity / Weight Loss / Fitness |
| 7 benefits of rooibos tea Rooibos tea is a delicious alternative to green or black tea. It is naturally caffeine-free and has many other potential health benefits. Learn about them here. |
| Which muscles do pushups work? Pushups work many of the body's large muscle groups, including those in the upper body and core. A person can use a range of pushup types to focus on different sets of muscles. Here, we describe how to do eight types of pushup. |
| BMI calculators and charts Body mass index or BMI is one way to see if a person can see if they are is underweight, if their weight is appropriate, or if they have excess weight. Use these calculators to check your BMI. |
| Measuring BMI for adults, children, and teens BMI is one way of measuring whether a person's weight is healthy. It takes both height and weight into account. However, it does not provide an accurate reflection of an individual's body composition. Find out how to measure BMI in adults, children, and teens in this article. |
| GastroIntestinal / Gastroenterology |
| Drug resistance: Does antibiotic use in animals affect human health? How does antibiotic use in animals affect drug resistance in humans? What role do intensive farming practices have in this dynamic? We investigate. |
| Genetics |
| Scientists confirm the role of 'molecular switch' in Parkinson's disease Researchers establish that a cellular pathway that protects the brain against damage is disrupted in Parkinson's disease. Two enzymes play key roles. |
| Heart Disease |
| How does a doctor diagnose atrial fibrillation? Atrial fibrillation creates an irregular heart rhythm called arrhythmia. A doctor can use physical examination and machine testing to diagnose and treat this common heart disorder. Read on to learn more. |
| What are the types of atrial fibrillation? Atrial fibrillation is an irregular heart rhythm. There are several types of atrial fibrillation, which have different impacts on health. Read on to learn more. |
| What is atrial fibrillation? Atrial fibrillation is a heart disease that leads to twitching and malfunction in the walls of the heart and irregular heart rhythm. This can cause a range of complications and can be fatal without treatment. Read on to learn about the symptoms and possible complications, as well as how to treat the condition. |
| Immune System / Vaccines |
| Brain injury: New target may help eliminate inflammation Researchers have identified a new cellular target that may, in the future, allow them to prevent the harmful effects of inflammation after brain injury. |
| Infectious Diseases / Bacteria / Viruses |
| Drug resistance: Does antibiotic use in animals affect human health? How does antibiotic use in animals affect drug resistance in humans? What role do intensive farming practices have in this dynamic? We investigate. |
| Medical Students / Training |
| What is ancient Greek medicine? Ancient Greek doctors included Hippocrates, the "father of medicine." How did the Greeks practice medicine, and how does this relate to health in our times? Find out more. |
| Ancient Roman medicine During the Roman Empire, health standards improved due to an understanding of the importance of public health and the influence of Greek doctors. Learn more about medicine during this period here. |
| Why was medieval Islamic medicine important? Medicine was important in the medieval Islamic world. Doctors and scholars wrote extensively on the topic and made significant discoveries about medicine and healing. Learn more in this article. |
| MRSA / Drug Resistance |
| Drug resistance: Does antibiotic use in animals affect human health? How does antibiotic use in animals affect drug resistance in humans? What role do intensive farming practices have in this dynamic? We investigate. |
| Neurology / Neuroscience |
| Scientists confirm the role of 'molecular switch' in Parkinson's disease Researchers establish that a cellular pathway that protects the brain against damage is disrupted in Parkinson's disease. Two enzymes play key roles. |
| What to know about focal (partial) seizures Focal seizures, also called partial seizures, happen when a seizure affects only one part of the brain. Focal seizures differ from generalized seizures, which affect the whole brain. Focal seizures can be simple or complex. In this article, we discuss the types, symptoms, causes, and treatment of focal seizures. |
| Detecting schizophrenia before symptoms arise A new study finds a neural signature that might help identify who will go on to develop schizophrenia. Earlier detection could improve outcomes. |
| Brain injury: New target may help eliminate inflammation Researchers have identified a new cellular target that may, in the future, allow them to prevent the harmful effects of inflammation after brain injury. |
| Nutrition / Diet |
| 7 benefits of rooibos tea Rooibos tea is a delicious alternative to green or black tea. It is naturally caffeine-free and has many other potential health benefits. Learn about them here. |
| BMI calculators and charts Body mass index or BMI is one way to see if a person can see if they are is underweight, if their weight is appropriate, or if they have excess weight. Use these calculators to check your BMI. |
| Measuring BMI for adults, children, and teens BMI is one way of measuring whether a person's weight is healthy. It takes both height and weight into account. However, it does not provide an accurate reflection of an individual's body composition. Find out how to measure BMI in adults, children, and teens in this article. |
| Pain / Anesthetics |
| What is a TENS unit and does it work? Some people use a transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS) unit to treat pain. This device works by sending electrical impulses through the skin. It may give people relief from the painful symptoms of arthritis, multiple sclerosis, fibromyalgia, endometriosis, and other conditions. Learn more here. |
| Parkinson's Disease |
| Scientists confirm the role of 'molecular switch' in Parkinson's disease Researchers establish that a cellular pathway that protects the brain against damage is disrupted in Parkinson's disease. Two enzymes play key roles. |
| Could singing relieve the symptoms of Parkinson's? Singing therapy could have real-life benefits for people with Parkinson's disease. A recent pilot study adds to an ever-growing weight of evidence. |
| Psychology / Psychiatry |
| Detecting schizophrenia before symptoms arise A new study finds a neural signature that might help identify who will go on to develop schizophrenia. Earlier detection could improve outcomes. |
| Public Health |
| Drug resistance: Does antibiotic use in animals affect human health? How does antibiotic use in animals affect drug resistance in humans? What role do intensive farming practices have in this dynamic? We investigate. |
| Rehabilitation / Physical Therapy |
| Could singing relieve the symptoms of Parkinson's? Singing therapy could have real-life benefits for people with Parkinson's disease. A recent pilot study adds to an ever-growing weight of evidence. |
| Rheumatoid Arthritis |
| Rheumatoid arthritis (RA): Prognosis Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a chronic condition. Many factors affect the prognosis of people with RA, including age, lifestyle factors, and disease progression. Learn more here. |
| Rheumatology |
| Rheumatoid arthritis (RA): Prognosis Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a chronic condition. Many factors affect the prognosis of people with RA, including age, lifestyle factors, and disease progression. Learn more here. |
| Schizophrenia |
| Detecting schizophrenia before symptoms arise A new study finds a neural signature that might help identify who will go on to develop schizophrenia. Earlier detection could improve outcomes. |
| Sports Medicine / Fitness |
| BMI calculators and charts Body mass index or BMI is one way to see if a person can see if they are is underweight, if their weight is appropriate, or if they have excess weight. Use these calculators to check your BMI. |
| Women's Health / Gynecology |
| What is a TENS unit and does it work? Some people use a transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS) unit to treat pain. This device works by sending electrical impulses through the skin. It may give people relief from the painful symptoms of arthritis, multiple sclerosis, fibromyalgia, endometriosis, and other conditions. Learn more here. |
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