_ Digestive HealthA Nutrient that Kills Invading Bacteria By Jane Farrell articleScientists studying the body’s natural defenses against bacterial infection have identified a nutrient — taurine — that helps the gut … Read More→
_ How to Avoid Acne while Wearing Your Face Mask By Jane Farrell article“Maskne.” The nickname may be cute, but the reality isn’t: Unsightly pimples that erupt in our face-mask zone. But we … Read More→
_ AcneHow to Stop Workout Acne By Jane Farrell articleWorking out can cause excessive sweating, as well as a buildup of oil, dirt, and bacteria on your skin — … Read More→
_ Heart HealthBacteria in Saliva May Be Linked to Heart Disease By Jane Farrell articleBacteria in the saliva of people with clogged arteries appears to be different from that of healthy people, according to … Read More→
_ Food PoisoningThe Six Hidden Hazards of Tailgating By Jane Farrell articleTailgating is one of the best parts of football season — but nothing quashes team spirit quite like food poisoning. … Read More→
_ NailsWhat You Need to Know About Nail Trimming By Jane Farrell articleKeeping fingernails and toenails in good shape does more than enhance your appearance: this simple yet important self-care routine eliminates … Read More→
_ Cosmetic SurgeryTattoo Complications May Warrant A Trip to The Doctor By Jane Farrell articleResearch indicates that 10 percent of people with tattoos experience some sort of complication, such as pain or infection. While … Read More→
_ Immune SystemA Closer Look at the Environmental Triggers of Autoimmune Disease By Jane Farrell articleThe world of autoimmune disease is broad and complex, with many mysteries still lurking. With over 100 types of autoimmune … Read More→
_ SepsisA More Complex Understanding of Sepsis By Jane Farrell articleSepsis is a common condition that occurs when the body reacts to an infection in the bloodstream. Scientists know little … Read More→
_ Lyme diseaseEarlier Detection for Lyme Disease By Jane Farrell articleResearchers have developed techniques to detect Lyme disease bacteria weeks sooner than current tests, allowing patients to start treatment earlier. … Read More→
_ Understanding the MicrobiomeNew Asthma Biomarkers Identified From Lung Bacteria By Jane Farrell articleUntil now, research on the microbiome – the system of good and bad bacteria in the body – has been … Read More→
_ Understanding the MicrobiomeAntibiotics May Not Be Needed for Older Patients with Urinary Tract Infections By Jane Farrell articlePrescribing antibiotics for urinary tract infections may not be necessary for older patients, according to new research. That conclusion was … Read More→
_ Digestive HealthThe Truth About Fecal Transplants: Medical Miracle? By Jane Farrell articleFecal transplants – the transfer of fecal bacteria from a healthy person into a patient – may sound far-fetched or … Read More→
_ food poisoninigShould You Ever Skip Washing Produce? By Jane Farrell articleEditor’s note: Food poisoning ranges from the possibly fatal to the just yucky. Here, the Mayo Clinic talks about what … Read More→
_ Raw Dough Can Be A Raw Deal By Jane Farrell articleDo you find it hard to resist gobbling up a piece of raw dough when making cookies, or letting your … Read More→
_ Health HeadlinesSwimming Pools and Hot Tubs: Worse than You Thought By Jane Farrell articleEven when hot tubs and swimming pools are disinfected, they’re not as clean as you might think, according to new … Read More→
_ Cancer CenterWhat You Should Know About Colorectal Cancer - and New Research By Jane Farrell articleColorectal cancer is the second most common cause of cancer-related deaths among men and women, according to the Mayo Clinic. … Read More→
_ food poisoninigSpices and Salmonella By Jane Farrell articleWhen it comes to food safety, we tend to think about improperly cooked or stored food. But there is a … Read More→