Parkinson’s disease can affect the eyes, and here’s what we know so far
Parkinson’s disease is the second most common neurodegenerative disease, affecting over 10 million people worldwide. It’s characterized by changes in
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First evidence that air pollution particles and metals are reaching the placenta
Pollution particles, including metals, have been found in the placentas of fifteen women in London, according to research led by
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COVID-19 and HIV: So far, it seems the outcome is not what was feared
Based on official figures—which may be somewhat under reported—COVID-19 has not been as devastating in South Africa as initially feared.
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PTSD and psychoactive drugs: MDMA treatment shows potential, but others lack evidence
Can psychoactive drugs be used to treat mental health problems? The idea has been around for years, and recently received
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Death from COVID-19 very rare for Americans 21 and under, report says
(HealthDay)—Only a tiny fraction of children and young adults who have contracted COVID-19 have died from their infection, a new
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People prefer coronavirus contact tracing to be carried out by a combination of apps and humans, study shows
People prefer coronavirus contact tracing to be carried out by a combination of apps and humans, a new study shows.
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Mum lost four litres of blood and risked a hysterectomy after traumatic birth
When Emma Lambert, 26, from Chorley, Lancashire, was due her second baby in October 2017, it was agreed that she
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Dying dad gets married so he can see his children as bridesmaids and a pageboy
Pete and Jody Bromley’s children had always asked when they could be bridesmaids and a page boy at their parents’
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Rapamycin may suppress muscle aging and prevent sarcopenia
With life expectancy increasing, age-related diseases are also on the rise, including sarcopenia, the loss of muscle mass due to
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Latin America and Caribbean surpass 300,000 COVID-19 deaths: AFP
Latin American and the Caribbean on Tuesday surpassed 300,000 deaths from COVID-19, with hard-hit Peru alone adding more than 30,000
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