Author Archives : Emily Lunardo

Norovirus update 2016: A norovirus vaccine development is underway, with the world’s first human clinical trial initiated by Takeda, one of the top pharmaceutical companies. Meanwhile, a norovirus outbreak has been reported among GOP convention staffers. Takeda has begun human trials for their norovirus vaccine. There is currently no proper treatment nor vaccine for the ...click here to read more

A new study suggests that type 2 diabetes can be prevented through the consumption of healthy fats. These types of fats are found in nuts, seeds, fish, and vegetable oils. On the other hand, the study also pointed out that people should limit their intake of animal fats and refined carbohydrates to further reduce their ...click here to read more

Psoriasis-affected people face an increased risk of gum disease (periodontitis), according to research. A study conducted in Norway looked at 50 people with moderate to severe psoriasis and compared them to 121 people without the skin condition. Each participant underwent an oral exam, and the researchers found that periodontitis was more prevalent among those with ...click here to read more

If you suffer from chronic nasal congestion, inhaling steam won’t bring you nearly as much relief as a Neti pot will. Lead study author Dr. Paul Little said, “People with chronic and recurrent sinusitis have poor quality of life, similar to having a major chronic disease. It is very nice to be able to provide ...click here to read more

Dear Friend, If you haven’t heard about Pokemon Go, then you must be living in complete isolation – it’s EVERYWHERE! Pokemon Go took the world of gaming by storm a few weeks ago, and it seems like everyone just can’t get enough. Let me give you a quick synopsis: Pokemon Go is an app that ...click here to read more

Hypothyroidism risk in women may increase with exposure to flame retardant chemicals. The study has found that younger women exposed to the chemical known as polybrominated diphenyl ethers (PBDE) may be more likely to develop an underactive thyroid. PBDEs are flame retardants found in textiles, furniture, and electronics. Lead researcher Youssef Oulhote said, “What we ...click here to read more

Summer arrives with many pleasant things – like warm weather, ice cream, outdoor fun – and a few not-so-pleasant ones, like blisters, for example. Although commonly found on the feet, they can actually show up anyplace where the skin rubs against clothing or another part of the body. Prevention is your number one defense from ...click here to read more

The Zika virus spreading across Latin America is expected to end in three years, according to the British researchers who based their estimates on the available data. Lead researcher Neil Ferguson said they used “all available data to provide an understanding of how the disease will unfold — and allows us to gauge the threat ...click here to read more