Since this week is men’s health week, let’s take a closer look at five of the top health concerns for men. Prostate cancer Prostate cancer is one of the most prevalent cancers in men worldwide. Currently, the successful treatment of prostate cancer is highly dependant on early diagnosis. For cases with later diagnosis, treatment options

A recent study assessed the cognitive, behavioral, psychological, and metabolic benefits of naps in children. Poor sleep affects physical, mental, and psychological factors in children. Napping may be valuable in insufficient sleep compensation and reduction of daytime sleepiness. Napping is practiced as part of a healthy lifestyle in China, among all age groups. In most

A recent study investigated the benefits of Enzalutamide, a new drug treatment for prostate cancer, on survival outcomes. Prostate cancer is commonly treated with testosterone suppression as first-line therapy with the addition of a nonsteroidal antiandrogen drug, to help reduce testosterone levels, as standard care. Unfortunately, patients can develop resistance to the nonsteroidal antiandrogen drugs,

An international group of researchers compared suicide rates before and after the airing of the Netflix show ‘13 Reasons Why’ to try and understand reasons for suicide in youth. The airing of the Netflix series, ‘13 Reasons Why’, caused a media storm, both from the content of the series itself and the implications of the

In a recent study, researchers determine whether a chemical component of a weed killer is linked to liver disease. Nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) is a debilitating disease that, in developed countries, is ranked as the most common chronic liver disease. In rodent studies, animals fed with glyphosate – one of the main ingredients in

A study published in the British Journal of Pharmacology suggests a new molecule could be a promising new treatment for type 2 diabetes. Facts about type 2 diabetes Diabetes is one of the most common and costly chronic diseases. In 2017, over 2 million Canadians reported being diagnosed with diabetes. According to Statistics Canada, Canadians

A recent study looked into how anti-tuberculosis drugs might affect the microbiota and increase the risk of re-infection.   Tuberculosis is one of the oldest diseases known to humans. A microbe called Mycobacterium tuberculosis causes and spreads this illness in the population. With time, this germ has evolved and adapted to survive within our body.

Researchers discovered a way to make a salt mixture that tastes the same as table salt, despite containing less sodium than conventional table salt.   Over one-third of Americans will struggle with high blood pressure at some point during their lifetime. It is often referred to as the “silent killer”, because many people with this

In a recent study published in the American Journal of Clinical Research researchers determined the benefits of eggs for type 2 diabetics.   Diabetes in Canada is very common nowadays, with about 8.1% of the Canadian population living with diagnosed diabetes in 2014. Ninety percent of these cases are type 2 diabetes, which happens when

A new study determined how changes in the gut microbiome influence heart health and identified potential links between gut health and arterial dysfunction due to ageing. Ageing is associated with a number of health challenges. Of many disorders that ageing presents, cardiovascular disease carries the greatest burden for the elderly population, their family members, and

A study explores the correlation between the consumption of eggs and dietary cholesterol and the occurrence of heart disease or all-cause mortality.   It has been unclear whether there is a correlation between dietary cholesterol and adverse results such as cardiovascular disease. A Canadian study published by JAMA looked at egg consumption, a rich source

A hallmark of Alzheimer’s disease is memory loss, occurring during the later stages of the disease. But what if it was possible to restore memories? Researchers in Buffalo, New York are investigating how this could be possible.   The combination of environmental and genetic risk factors results in the development of Alzheimer’s disease. For example,

В недавнем клиническом исследовании была изучена эффективность и безопасность двух препаратов, используемых для профилактики инсульта:“Ксарелто” и аспирина.   Инсульт схож с сердечным приступом, только инсульт поражает мозг, а не сердце. При инсульте происходит локальная потеря мозгового кровообращения, когда сгусток крови перемещается в область мозга и блокирует кровеносный сосуд. Нарушение мозгового кровообращения может иметь много негативных

Researchers investigated the effect of vitamin D supplements on bone mineral density in older individuals.   Vitamin D is a fat-soluble vitamin that helps the body to absorb calcium and maintain strong teeth, muscles, bones, and cartilages. Vitamin D can also protect the bones from diseases such as osteoporosis, risk of falls, fractures, rickets, and

In a recent study published in PLOS Genetics, researchers at Rice University wanted to study the connection between diet and vitamin B12 and the increased risk of infections in animal studies.   About 40% of all adults in the United States suffer from vitamin B12 deficiency. Malnutrition is known to influence humans to infections and

Researchers from The Massachusetts Institute of Technology developed a new microneedle pill that can deliver insulin through the stomach, potentially replacing injections for patients with diabetes. Diabetes is one of the most common and costly chronic diseases. It is the third-leading cause of death in the United States. According to the leading national public health

New research published in the International Journal of Environmental Health Research determined whether visiting urban parks can influence emotional well-being. In today’s rapidly developing world, there is increasingly less green space as more buildings are being built and ecosystems are being destroyed. Parks are a great way to preserve plant and animal life in urban

A large U.S. study investigates whether patients who have migraine headaches are more likely to be afflicted with dry eye disease. Dry eye disease is a diagnosed eye disorder that affects the tears, which moisturize and lubricate the eyes. When a patient has this disease, their tears have poor quality and break up faster. Poor

A recent study investigated the protective effects of a typhoid vaccine against microbes that are not the target of prevention.   Typhoid fever is an infection caused by the bacterium Salmonella Typhi (S. Typhi). This disease affects several million people every year and spreads by the ingestion of contaminated food and drinks. Typhoid fever can

Reading Time: 2 minutes Scientists discovered a novel mechanism as to why there is a temporary numbness in the ears due to noise-induced hearing loss.   Noise-induced hearing loss is caused by sudden single exposure to loud sound or continuous noise exposure for a prolonged time period. Apart from being uncomfortable, it damages the delicate

Reading Time: 3 minutes A new study evaluated the benefits of green tea polyphenols on glucose regulation and skeletal muscle metabolism in mice with elevated blood glucose levels. Green tea is a popular drink in many parts of the world. The well-recognized benefits of green tea include its antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, anti-mutagenic and weight loss properties.

Reading Time: 3 minutes Ученые оценили пользу грецких орехов для здоровья человека, основываясь на их влиянии на микрофлору кишечника, на образованные под воздействием бактерий желчные кислоты и на маркеры здоровья. В желудочно-кишечном тракте человека в высокой концентрации содержатся различные микроорганизмы, которые могут оказывать как благотворное, так и вредное воздействие. Употребление еды, богатой насыщенными жирами и

Reading Time: 4 minutes A recent study sought to investigate if bacteria and immune responses can be used to diagnose the risk of premature birth.   We have all taken an antibiotic at some point in our lives. Doctors almost always prescribe or recommend that we take probiotics with our antibiotics, which seems a little

Reading Time: 2 minutes A recent study published in JAMA Oncology analyzed data generated from over 28,000 childhood cancer survivors and compared the lifetime cardiotoxicity risk in different chemotherapeutic drugs used for treatment.   One out of every five Canadian kids who are diagnosed with childhood cancer will not survive. Childhood or pediatric cancer can

Reading Time: 4 minutes Researchers investigated whether taking prenatal DHA, a fish oil fatty acid, was able to prevent high blood pressure in children. Childhood obesity is a growing problem all around the world. Obesity in children is a major health concern as it is often accompanied by various other illnesses such as insulin resistance,

Reading Time: 3 minutes Researchers describe a new method to identify tumor-promoting genes and how it was used to discover potential drug targets for breast cancer treatment.   Oncogenes are genes whose expression promote tumor development. The discovery of oncogenes associated with breast cancer has led to an increased understanding of the disease and to

Reading Time: 2 minutes Researchers in the US compared the healthcare experiences of patients with and without a primary care doctor. In the USA, the healthcare system is mostly organized around specialist doctor care in hospital settings. However, in many other countries, primary care forms the basis of the healthcare system. Individuals visit a generalist

Reading Time: 2 minutes Researchers at the University of Iowa investigated the link between muscle strength and the risk of type 2 diabetes. Type 2 diabetes is a serious public health concern, with over 27 million Americans having the condition according to estimates from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. People with type 2