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Find out 10 foods you must avoid to prevent inflammation Inflammation can be understood as the body’s response to an illness, injury or something that doesn’t belong in it. When any foreign substance tries to enter the body, the immune system sends out its first responders in the form of inflammatory cells and cytokines that begin the healing process. The …

West Nile virus (WNV) is spreading through mosquitoes in Fulton County, Georgia. Two mosquito traps – in Hapeville and northwest Atlanta – in Fulton County tested positive for the West Nile virus, according to the Fulton County Board of Health.The virus is primarily transmitted to humans through the bite of infected mosquitoes, which acquire the virus by feeding on infected …

An image depicting the optogenetic screening process (Image source: AI-generated image) In a major breakthrough, researchers have identified a new class of broad-spectrum antiviral compounds that work by amplifying a cell’s own natural defenses, showing effectiveness against viruses like Zika, herpes, and RSV. A team of researchers just discovered compounds that could lead to a new generation of antiviral drugs …

1. Choosing the right foods to eat before bedtime can help prevent constipation. 2. Avoid foods high in fat and low in fiber to improve digestion, especially at night. 3. Establishing a consistent night routine can help improve bowel regularity. If you’re already dealing with constipation, the last thing you need is a nighttime snack that makes things worse. What …

Measles cases soar in Europe as vaccine coverage falls short  Financial Times Measles cases are surging in Europe and the US. This is what the anti-vax conspiracy theory has brought us  The Guardian Britain is facing a measles epidemic because parents no longer believe in science  The Telegraph Dealing with vaccine hesitancy in the age of misinformation – lessons from Switzerland  SWI swissinfo.ch Luke …

WHO recommends Gilead’s twice-yearly injection for HIV prevention  Reuters WHO recommends twice-a-year HIV prevention shot as concern looms over funding for global HIV fight  CNN Guidelines on lenacapavir for HIV prevention and testing strategies for long-acting injectable pre-exposure prophylaxis  World Health Organization (WHO) Gilead to provide HIV prevention drug to 2 million people in lower-income countries at cost  STAT WHO urges rollout of first …

Noninvasive spinal stimulation shown to extend survival in mice  ALS News Today Source link

Strength training is essential—especially as you age and the natural loss of muscle mass ensues. As long as you work out regularly, you will build strength and be on a good track, right? Wrong! There are many popular strength habits that may be destroying your gains, and you don’t even know it. To learn what these common “bad habits” are …

Summary: A common sugar substitute, erythritol, widely used in “sugar-free” and low-carb products, may increase stroke risk by damaging brain blood vessel cells. A new study found that erythritol exposure reduced nitric oxide, increased vessel constrictors, impaired clot-busting abilities, and boosted free radical production in these cells. These changes create a higher risk environment for clotting and reduced blood flow …

Summary: New research uncovers how a hormonally tuned brain circuit in mice governs sex-specific mating behaviors. Scientists identified a subset of neurons in the prefrontal cortex that integrate oxytocin, ovarian hormones, and social cues to modulate sexual receptivity in females and suppress mating interest in males. Activating these neurons made non-fertile females receptive, while silencing them during estrus stopped their …