Scientists with UT Southwestern’s Peter O’Donnell Jr. Brain Institute have identified the molecular mechanism that can cause weight gain for those using a common antipsychotic
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COVID-19: Discovery of the mechanisms of short- and long-term anosmia
Loss of smell, or anosmia, is one of the earliest and most commonly reported symptoms of COVID-19. But the mechanisms involved had yet to be
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Map of metabolic changes after heart attack holds clues to recovery
Researchers have mapped out the changes in metabolism that occur after a heart attack, publishing their findings today in the open-access eLife journal. Their study
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New understanding of ovarian follicle development may lead to novel reproductive therapies
For the first time, researchers have shown how Mullerian inhibiting substance (MIS), also known as anti-Mullerian hormone, a key reproductive hormone, suppresses follicle development and
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Mean cumulative incidence of tick bite ED visits 49 per 100,000
(HealthDay)—The mean cumulative incidence of emergency department tick bite visits was 49 per 100,000 visits in January 2017 to December 2019, according to research published
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How To Take Care Of A Pothos Plant
Like easy-care succulents, a pothos plant is one of the best plants for a gardening beginner. They’re gorgeous, as green as can be, and probably
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Study finds increased risk of serious opioid events in mothers, regardless of dose
A new study from Vanderbilt University Medical Center researchers finds that new mothers who receive opioids after uncomplicated vaginal births face an increased risk of
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Impact of COVID-19 on racial-ethnic minorities among persons with opioid use disorder
The COVID-19 pandemic has highlighted health disparities for people of color, who have been disproportionately affected by the pandemic. People with opioid use disorder (OUD)
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Multivits, omega-3, probiotics, vitamin D may lessen risk of positive COVID-19 test
Taking multivitamins, omega-3, probiotics or vitamin D supplements may lessen the risk of testing positive for SARS-CoV-2, the virus responsible for COVID-19 infection—at least among
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Ontario to limit outdoor gatherings amid wave of infections
The premier of Canada’s most populous province said Friday he will be limiting outdoor gatherings to those in the same household and will close playgrounds
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