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Toxin Released By Gut Bacteria Might Cause Bowel Cancer

While scientists already knew that the intestinal microbiome is both beneficial and harmful to human health, a new study revealed that a toxin released by gut bacteria might cause bowel cancer. More specifically, recent research revealed that patients with bowel cancer…

February 15, 2019 · by Vadim Caraiman · 0

Air Pollution Linked To Higher Stroke Risks In The US, A Study Revealed

The World Health Organization (WHO) has already announced that low air quality can cause a lot of health issues, including respiratory and cardiovascular diseases. Southeast Asia is the most exposed region in the world to pollutants, but the air is…

February 13, 2019 · by Vadim Caraiman · 0

Measles Virus Alert for Montana Residents

It appears that Montana could be the next target of a measles outbreak and officials are already taking measures. There have been more than 500 confirmed cases of measles in the Pacific Northwerst so far. According to the Montana Department…

February 13, 2019 · by Asheley Rice · 0

Ultra-Processed Food Increases The Risks Of Premature Death, According To French Study

A new French study issued yesterday, February 11th, is the first to conclude that ultra-processed food increases the risks of premature death. However, the authors of this research also announced that further studies are required to uncover the mechanisms that…

February 12, 2019 · by Vadim Caraiman · 0

Snoring Can Be A Sign Of Some More Severe Health Issues

Snoring is annoying for sleep partners more than it is for those who snore. And patients who snore go to a doctor not because they’re scared about potential health problems that might be causing snoring, but because their partners can’t…

February 12, 2019 · by Vadim Caraiman · 0

Childhood Obesity: Watching TV Is Worse For Children Than A Sedentary Lifestyle

According to a recent Australian study, kids watching TV is leading to childhood obesity more than any other sedentary lifestyle habit. As the scientists revealed, sitting down and watching TV is even more harmful to children than playing computer or…

February 11, 2019 · by Vadim Caraiman · 0

Cure for Cancer Might Rely On The Alien Metal Brought to Earth by The “Chicxulub Asteroid”

The Chicxulub impactor, popularly known as the “Chicxulub asteroid,” impacted the Earth about 66 million years ago and caused the extinction of the dinosaurs. But, according to a new study, the so-called “Chicxulub asteroid” brought some metal to Earth, and that…

February 5, 2019 · by Vadim Caraiman · 0

Cancer Forms Caused by Obesity Are Now On The Rise in Young Adults Across the US

In a recent report, the researchers revealed a sharp rise in the rate of cancer forms caused by obesity in young adults across the US. The new finding is concerning as it might also surge the cancer-related mortality rates which…

February 4, 2019 · by Vadim Caraiman · 0

Health Canada Warned That A High Blood Pressure Pill Might Trigger Skin Cancer

According to a recent article published by Health Canada, a high blood pressure pill might trigger skin cancer. More specifically, hydrochlorothiazide might increase the risks of non-melanoma skin cancer, as Health Canada reporter. “Health Canada reviewed the best available evidence on…

February 1, 2019 · by Vadim Caraiman · 0

Measles Outbreak Got Traction Due To Anti-Vaxxer Movement

Anti-vaxxers movement has already been included as one of the major health threats in 2019 by the WHO. Now, according to an expert, the measles outbreak across the United States got traction due to the before-mentioned anti-vaxxer movement. And the…

February 1, 2019 · by Vadim Caraiman · 0