In an article published recently in Microgravity, a Nature journal, researchers at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute demonstrate a unique method for studying the mechanisms behind the formation of amyloid fibrils associated with diseases like Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s. The concept, developed by Amir Hirsa, a professor of mechanical, aerospace, and nuclear engineering…
Heart attack symptoms: The sensation in your chest could signal the deadly condition
A heart attack can feel different to anybody who experiences the potentially fatal event. Yet, there are common signs it’s best to be aware of that signal an attack. One sensation in the chest can be very revealing. The British Heart Foundation (BHF) state chest pain or discomfort that feels…
Health Highlights: Feb. 7, 2020
Here are some of the latest health and medical news developments, compiled by the editors of HealthDay: Chinese Doctor Who Was Among First to Warn About Coronavirus Dies From the Virus The Chinese doctor who was silenced by authorities when he was one of the first to sound the alarm…
Research team investigates abnormal neuron activity in Rett syndrome
The brain undergoes dramatic change during the first years of life. Its circuits readily rewire as an infant and then child encounters new sights and sounds, taking in the world and learning to understand it. As the child matures and key developmental periods pass, the brain becomes less malleable—but certain…
DR MARTIN SCURR answers your health questions
My scalp’s so itchy I can’t even use a hairdryer. DR MARTIN SCURR answers your health questions Question: For two years I’ve been plagued by a very itchy, sensitive scalp — even using a hairdryer is too much to bear. I also get painful flare-ups, during which it feels like…
Indoor air quality is a concern, so should you get an air purifier?
Pat yourself on the back if you've sealed your home for energy efficiency. Keeping drafts out is a money-saving move. The hitch? A tightly sealed home may also trap in pet dander, smoke, dust mites, mold and other nasties that can trigger respiratory issues. As indoor air quality becomes a…
Brisbane’s grass pollen season the worst on record
Brisbane’s grass pollen levels over the past two months have been up to four times higher than levels recorded anywhere in Australia since comparative records have been kept, QUT’s Professor Janet Davies told a federal parliamentary inquiry this week. The head of QUT’s Allergy Research Group and of the AusPollen…
Heart attack symptoms: The warning sound when you sleep that could signal your risk
It’s normal for many to snore a little whilst sleeping. However, snoring which sounds more like gasping or choking could be a sign of sleep apnea. This is when a person stops breathing for brief moments several times a night while they are still sleeping. This puts extra strain on…
Type 2 diabetes warning: Dr Dawn Harper says those with condition ‘may have no symptoms’
Type 2 diabetes is a condition that means insulin in the pancreas doesn’t work properly. Everybody needs insulin to live and has an essential job to help keep the body healthy. Insulin allows the glucose in the blood to enter the cells and fuel the body. When a person suffers…
Who’s Caring for Family Caregivers? 1 in 5 Says Health Is Poor
THURSDAY, Feb. 20, 2020 — Caring for a loved one at home can be rewarding, but it can also be overwhelming and take a toll on your own health, a new study suggests. According to a new report from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, nearly 1 in…