Ars Technica |
This gut worm is more common than malaria—and it's a deadly, ticking time bomb
Ars Technica A deadly parasitic worm that quietly inhabits the guts of humans the world over has, according to some researchers, been the most neglected of the neglected tropical diseases—and health experts are finally hoping to raise its profile to stamp it out ... Parasitic worm endangering Indigenous communities in northern Australia |
WIRED |
These Mice Stopped Eating Carbs So You (Maybe) Don't Have To
WIRED In the ever-more masochistic world of wellness-boosting, pound-shedding diets, the latest trend involves putting your body into a controlled state of starvation known as “ketogenesis,” by cutting out nearly all carbs. If that doesn't sound like your ... Could a drug that mimics a zero-carb diet help us live longer, healthier lives? Ketogenic diet improves healthspan and memory in aging mice Mice on ketogenic diets live longer and healthier in old age |
CNN |
Will experimental blood test be a game-changer for Alzheimer's disease?
CNN (CNN) An experimental blood test can accurately diagnose Alzheimer's disease, the most common form of dementia, according to a study published Monday in the journal Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences. Though still in development, the test ... Fears Alzheimer's patients suffering malnutrition as they often forget to eat Why People With Dementia Deserve More From Science Majority of people with dementia struggle to eat properly – study |
WILX-TV |
Sick girl uses Apple's Siri to help save family from Harvey flooding
WILX-TV (CNN) Stranded outside in the rising waters of Hurricane Harvey, feverish and in great pain, 14-year-old Tyler Frank tried desperately to think of ways to get herself and her family to safety. Calling 911 didn't work. Begging for help on Facebook and ... Teen suffering health crisis during Hurricane Harvey uses Siri to call for her own rescue Siri saves sick girl from Hurricane Harvey floodwaters Siri summons Coast Guard to save sick girl from Harvey flooding |
TheHealthSite |
7 horrible things marijuana or weed does to your health
TheHealthSite In the year 2014, a 31-year-old mother of three was found lying dead on her bed. The victim, Gemma Moss, from Dorset was depressed after a bad breakup and had formed a habit of smoking marijuana to help her sleep. The autopsy reports came as a ... Smoking Marijuana can permanently alter your walking style Medical Marijuana Physicians Cropping Up in Arkansas Medical marijuana plants growing in Maryland |