FDA Approves Genentech’s Ocrevus (ocrelizumab) Shorter 2-Hour Infusion for Relapsing and Primary Progressive Multiple Sclerosis
South San Francisco, CA — December 14, 2020 — Genentech, a member of the Roche Group (SIX: RO, ROG; OTCQX: …
Gut microbiota plays a role in brain function and mood regulation
Depression is a mental disorder that affects more than 264 million people of all ages worldwide. Understanding its mechanisms is …
Dogs and their owners share a risk of developing diabetes
Owners of a dog with diabetes are more likely to develop type 2 diabetes themselves than owners of a dog …
Oxford COVID-19 vaccine is safe and protects against disease, first published results from phase 3 trials
Interim results of the Oxford COVID-19 vaccine trials find that the vaccine protects against symptomatic disease in 70% of cases—with …
US Health and Human Services unveils action plan to address ‘maternal morbidity,’ reduce racial disparities
Keelee Moseley knew something wasn’t right. After an emergency cesarean section in February 2018, the Texas mom was in so …
New COVID surveillance predicts direction, speed and acceleration of virus
A new COVID-19 global surveillance system has been developed which can dynamically track not just where the virus is now, …
Inside Sadie Robertson's 1st Pregnancy: Cravings, Symptoms and More
Ups and downs! Sadie Robertson detailed her first pregnancy to Us Weekly exclusively, from “gnarly morning sickness” to potato cravings. …
Nicole Richie, Jamie Foxx and More Celebrities Who Were Adopted
Chosen families! Nicole Richie and more adopted celebrities have opened up about their experiences over the years. Lionel Richie took …
Tackling anxiety, stress and mood slumps by staying physically active
Before Borough of Manhattan Community College (BMCC/CUNY) transitioned to distance learning because of the COVID-19 pandemic, Rob Gizis, a web …
Symptoms in cold weather predict morbidity and mortality
Heart and respiratory symptoms caused by cold weather predict higher morbidity and mortality. The researchers were surprised to find that …
One-month of dual anti-platelet therapy is safe and feasible after stent placement
A one-month treatment of dual anti-platelet therapy is safe and as effective as a longer duration of therapy at preventing …
Your gut microbiome may be linked to dementia, Parkinson’s disease and MS
Within our body and on our skin, trillions of bacteria and viruses exist as part of complex ecosystems called microbiomes. …
New insight into a placental gene pathway and its association with vitamin D
According to the World Health Organization, preeclampsia affects between 2% to 8% of pregnancies. It can cause serious, sometimes fatal, …
Employment insecurity linked to anxiety and depression among young adults during COVID-19
Young adults may be less susceptible to the serious adverse health effects of COVID-19, but they have not been absolved …
Pollution and pandemics: A dangerous mix
The United States may have set itself up for the spread of a pandemic without even knowing it. According to …
Hearing voices can be frightening and isolating, but talking can help
Around one in 20 adults will hear a voice at some point in their life. For some, the voices are …
Women and ethnic minorities have found the pandemic psychologically more challenging
Women have found the COVID-19 pandemic more challenging than men psychologically, reporting higher levels of depression, anxiety and loneliness, and …
AHA News: She Had a Bleeding Stroke and a Clot-Caused Stroke – at the Same Time
FRIDAY, Nov. 6, 2020 (American Heart Association News) — Cathy Brophy went into the guest room to enjoy her guilty …