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I have a strong affinity for the sciences which led me to create my sites. My compulsion for the past decade has been reviewing literally every peer-reviewed research article. Which can easily be validated by following my posts. To me, science is where the real news is, as it will mold our destiny beyond that of politics or economics. ;-)
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Normal breathing sends saliva droplets 7 feet; masks shorten this
WASHINGTON, June 9, 2021 — The World Health Organization and the Centers for Disease Control recommend keeping a certain distance between people to prevent the spread of COVID-19. These social distancing recommendations are estimated from a variety of studies, but… Read More ›
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Food Dyes Correlated with Colitis
Food Dyes Correlated with Colitis The study, conducted in mice, found that the mice developed colitis when they consumed food with the artificial food colorants FD&C Red 40 and Yellow 6 when a specific component of their immune system, known… Read More ›
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Non-altered birth cord cells boost survival of critically ill COVID-19 patients
Durham, NC – Critically ill COVID-19 patients treated with non-altered stem cells from umbilical cord connective tissue were more than twice as likely to survive as those who did not have the treatment, according to a study published today in STEM… Read More ›
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A drug from resin to combat epileptic seizures
New molecules, developed by researchers at Linköping University, have promising properties as possible drugs against epilepsy. A study published in the journal Epilepsia shows that several of the molecules have antiseizure effects. In people with epilepsy, the nerve cells in the brain… Read More ›
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New research examines the science behind superfoods
Rockville, Md. (June 7, 2021) – Superfoods like turmeric and honey have long been recognized for their ability to promote health and wellness. New studies being presented at NUTRITION 2021 LIVE ONLINE take a closer look at the science behind the health… Read More ›
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New research shows trend toward unhealthy eating during pandemic
Rockville, Maryland (June 7, 2021) — As COVID-19 spread throughout the world, our daily routines and behaviors changed drastically. A new study of more than 2,000 people in the U.S. found that the pandemic has also affected how we eat…. Read More ›
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Plant-based and/or fish diets may help lessen severity of COVID-19 infection
Plant-based and/or fish (pescatarian) diets may help lower the odds of developing moderate to severe COVID-19 infection, suggest the findings of a six-country study, published in the online journal BMJ Nutrition Prevention & Health. They were associated with 73% and… Read More ›
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Effectiveness of 1st dose of BNT162b2 (BioNTech/Pfizer) vaccine for SARS-CoV-2 infection 13 to 24 days after immunization
Original Investigation Infectious Diseases June 7, 2021 Assessment of Effectiveness of 1 Dose of BNT162b2 Vaccine for SARS-CoV-2 Infection 13 to 24 Days After Immunization Gabriel Chodick, PhD1,2; Lilac Tene, MSc1; Tal Patalon, MD1; et alSivan Gazit, MD1; Amir Ben… Read More ›
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Controlling insulin production with a smartwatch
Many modern fitness trackers and smartwatches feature integrated LEDs. The green light emitted, whether continuous or pulsed, penetrates the skin and can be used to measure the wearer’s heart rate during physical activity or while at rest. These watches have… Read More ›
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Study: Malicious bots are the primary pathogen of COVID-19 misinformation on social media
La Jolla, Calif. (June 07, 2021) — “The coronavirus pandemic has sparked what the World Health Organization has called an ‘infodemic’ of misinformation,” said Dr. John W. Ayers, a scientist who specializes in public health surveillance. “But, bots –like those used… Read More ›
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Researchers find toxin from maple tree in cow’s milk
Cows can pass on the hypoglycin A toxin through their milk, a study by the Martin Luther University Halle-Wittenberg (MLU) and the Leibniz Institute of Plant Biochemistry (IPB) in Toxins shows. The substance can cause severe symptoms in humans and animals. Small… Read More ›
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Ancient chickens lived significantly longer than modern fowl because they were seen as sacred, not food — study shows
Ancient chickens lived significantly longer than their modern equivalents because they were seen as sacred – not food – archaeologists have found. Experts have developed the first reliable method of finding the age of fowl who lived thousands of years… Read More ›
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A new hope: A novel vaccine against COVID-19 is safe and induces antibody production
The COVID-19 pandemic continues to disrupt and end lives around the world, and public health officials worldwide have recognized vaccines as the critical tools required for controlling the COVID-19 death toll and achieving a return to normal life. Several vaccines… Read More ›
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Drop in convalescent plasma use at US hospitals linked to higher COVID-19 mortality rate
A new study from researchers at Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health and colleagues suggests a slowdown in the use of convalescent plasma to treat hospitalized COVID-19 patients led to a higher COVID-19 mortality during a critical period during… Read More ›
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Mandating vaccination could reduce voluntary compliance
Citizen opposition to COVID-19 vaccination has emerged across the globe, prompting pushes for mandatory vaccination policies. But a new study based on evidence from Germany and on a model of the dynamic nature of people’s resistance to COVID-19 vaccination sounds an alarm:… Read More ›
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Mason’s National Center for Biodefense develop Respiratory Detox Shot (RDS). For SAR’s viruses +Data
Mason’s National Center for Biodefense develop Respiratory Detox Shot (RDS). For SAR’s viruses +Data The dream team: Scientists find drug duo that may cure COVID-19 together https://www.eurekalert.org/pub_releases/2021-06/tuos-tdt060321.php#.YLmjypb76Ck.wordpress Athletic competition after COVID https://www.eurekalert.org/pub_releases/2021-06/lbch-aca060321.php#.YLmkYB7uhcE.wordpress How to obtain immune bovine milk to strengthen… Read More ›
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Mason scientists explore herbal treatment for COVID-19
Could an over-the-counter health “shot” help fight COVID-19? George Mason University researchers think it just might. Cell and Bioscience recently highlighted research led by Yuntao Wu and Ramin Hakami in which they examined the potential anti-coronavirus activities of an over-the-counter drink called Respiratory… Read More ›
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Gene protection for COVID-19 identified
The first evidence of a genetic link explaining why some people who catch Covid-19 don’t become sick has been discovered A scientific and medical team led by Newcastle University, UK, has demonstrated that the gene, HLA-DRB1*04:01, is found three times… Read More ›
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COVID-19 pandemic has had significant impact on the mental health of adolescents
New York, NY, June 3, 2021 — A study of over 59,000 Icelandic adolescents by a team of Icelandic and North American behavioral and social scientists found that COVID-19 has had a significant, detrimental impact on adolescent mental health, especially… Read More ›
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New study into green tea’s potential to help tackle COVID-19
As India continues to be ravaged by the pandemic, a Swansea University academic is investigating how green tea could give rise to a drug capable of tackling Covid-19. Dr Suresh Mohankumar carried out the research with colleagues in India during… Read More ›