With many frontline healthcare workers wearing face masks for much of the day, some are experiencing uncomfortable skin damage. One of the authors of a recent article on the topic offers advice. Face masks need to fit snuggly to the wearer’s face, and they m…
Eating more fruit and vegetables and less dairy can help to prevent asthma and reduce symptoms, a review of published research has concluded. However, the claim remains controversial. Asthma is a chronic inflammatory condition that affects the airways and ca…
As the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) are changing tack regarding their recommendation to the public about wearing face masks, some experts explain how certain masks could help keep the coronavirus at bay. However, these should be our last r…
New research has shone further light on the different rates of transmission of SARS-CoV-2, suggesting app-based contact tracing may significantly reduce the spread of the virus. A study appearing in the journal Science suggests that a significant amount of t…
People taking a type of corticosteroid may be more likely to contract the virus that is causing COVID-19 and may have worse symptoms if they do. An editorial of The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism (JCEM) has suggested that people who take …
A study finds that planning while mindfully staying in the moment may improve responses to stressful events. A new study has suggested that people can minimize adverse emotional reactions to stressful events by both planning ahead and mindfully staying in th…
Social distancing measures require citizens around the globe to stay at home. In this situation, how can people stay active and maintain their physical and mental well-being while also protecting themselves and others by staying put? Read our brief how-to gui…
Eating more than the recommended amount of salt disrupts the antibacterial function of a type of immune cell, research in mice and humans has found. According to the American Heart Association (AHA), 9 out of 10 people in the United States consume too much s…
A recent study in which rats could self-administer cannabis vapor may provide a useful research model for humans. With the legalization of marijuana in some countries and regions within the United States, investigations into its short- and long term-effects …
New research has revealed greater detail about the brains structure, suggesting avenues for future research into Alzheimers disease and related illnesses. A new study has revealed more detail about key brain cells. The team of investigators has found that a …
