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Next-gen sequencing reveals the regulatory potential of the non-coding genome
In an evolving health landscape, emerging research continues to highlight concerns that could impact everyday wellbeing. Here’s the key update you should know about: The non-coding genome, once dismissed as “junk DNA”, is now recognized as a fundamental regulator of gene expression and a key player in understanding complex diseases. Following the landmark achievements of the Human Genome Project (HGP),…
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People’s Pharmacy: Can I use athlete’s foot drugs for my under-breast rashes?
Q. You have written about treating under-breast rash. I use Lotrimin with miconazole for this. When I first experienced the rash, my doctor prescribed a powder with miconazole. The prescription was a very small amount of powder, and the co-pay was not cheap. One day, while in the drugstore, I walked past the section where the athlete’s foot items were.…
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Brighton Area Schools addresses rising mental health concerns with therapy dog program
According to the Michigan School Safety and Mental Health Commission, schools statewide are facing a shortage of school counselors and psychologists. What can school districts do to ensure the mental well-being of students? One solution is something Brighton Area Schools have invested in for almost 20 years. The answer is therapy dogs. Hope, Ford, Suzie, and Martha are just four…
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7 Best herbs for memory and brain health: Natural ways to improve focus and recall |
A sharp memory and clear focus are vital for daily life, yet many people notice their mental clarity decline with age or stress. While no herb can replace medical care, research suggests that certain natural remedies may help protect the brain, improve concentration, and slow age-related memory loss. For centuries, herbs like turmeric, sage, and ginkgo have been used in…
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New immunotherapy approved in England for people with severe birch pollen allergies
Credit: Andrea Piacquadio from Pexels Around 25% of hay fever sufferers in the UK are allergic to birch tree pollen. This means that for a good chunk of the population, the arrival of spring and summer means sneezing, itchy eyes, blocked sinuses and days spent indoors avoiding pollen. But the recent approval of a new drug could mean relief from…
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A 9-point checklist to improve AI-based image analysis in pathology
In an evolving health landscape, emerging research continues to highlight concerns that could impact everyday wellbeing. Here’s the key update you should know about: A new article in Veterinary Pathology introduces a 9-point checklist designed to improve the reporting quality of studies that use artificial intelligence (AI)-based automated image analysis (AIA). As AI tools become more widely used in pathology-based…
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Q&A with Sr. Innocent Joseph Ayyankanal, promoting traditional Indian medicine
Sr. Innocent Joseph Ayyankanal, a member of the Missionary Sisters of Mary Immaculate, has spent over 40 years promoting Ayurveda (traditional Indian medicine) and other forms of traditional medicine among rural and tribal communities in the Nilgiris district of Tamil Nadu and the Wayanad district of neighboring Kerala. Ayyankanal has conducted more than 2,000 awareness classes across India in association…
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Jennie Stuart Health Foundation names new executive director
Sarah Francis The Jennie Stuart Health Foundation will have a new executive director following the retirement of Tracey Clark, who has led the foundation since its establishment in 2018. Sarah Francis, the foundation’s program director, will be promoted to executive director effective Sunday, according to a press release announcing the changes. “It is an incredible honor to step into this…
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5 Ways Ginger Is Good For Your Health, According to Science : ScienceAlert
From warming winter teas to zesty stir-fries, ginger (Zingiber officinale) has long been a kitchen staple. But beyond its culinary charm, this spicy root has a rich history in traditional medicine – and modern science is catching up. Studies now show that ginger may offer a wide range of health benefits, from easing nausea and relieving colds to reducing inflammation…
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Ten tricks of logic that underpin vaccine myths
Credit: Unsplash/CC0 Public Domain The biggest lie those who create and spread misinformation perpetrate is that they want you to think for yourself. They warn their target audience not to be “sheep” and not to let themselves be told what to believe by “mainstream” voices, the “deep state” or other bogey men. But in a classic case of misdirection, at…
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