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At this point in the pandemic, you or someone you know has probably received at least one COVID-19 test. But do you know which kind of test you got and the strengths and weaknesses of these different tests? I’m a molecular biologist, and since April 2020 I’ve been part of a team working on a

Scientists generally estimate the glomerular filtration rate (GFR) — a measure of kidney function — by assessing the levels of creatinine or cystatin C in the body. Current equations for estimated GFR (eGFR) that use creatinine or cystatin C incorporate age, sex, and race to get this measurement. However, the inclusion of race in these

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Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, 2020 was the deadliest year on record for drug overdoses, with more than 93,000 deaths in the U.S. For too many, addiction begins in the hospital, where opioids are widely prescribed after surgeries or injuries. A new national survey by Orlando Health finds nearly four out of five Americans believe

Products to spice up your love life: From a maca root libido booster to a £350 wand, experts examine the latest option to liven things up in the bedroom Seeking help for sexual health problems can not only be embarrassing but is also increasingly difficult, with the number of face-to-face appointments now halved as a

Neuroinflammatory diseases, including Alzheimer’s disease and traumatic brain injury, have been linked to deposits of a tough protein known as fibrin, derived from the blood clotting factor fibrinogen. These mesh-like fibrin deposits occur outside blood vessels in the brain, contributing to the death of certain central nervous system cells (neurons) that eventually leads to impaired

A total of seven coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) vaccines have been approved for Emergency Use by the World Health Organization (WHO) to date, two of which are adjuvanted inactivated virus vaccines. CoronaVac is a WHO-approved inactivated virus vaccine and more than 750 million CoronaVac doses have been administered in over 40 countries worldwide. Study: A

The SURTAVI trial has become the second major face-off between transcatheter and surgical aortic valve replacement (TAVR and SAVR, respectively), after PARTNER 2A, to show parity in 5-year clinical outcomes in patients with severe, symptomatic aortic stenosis at intermediate surgical risk. The new SURTAVI results, like those from the other trial that used different TAVR valves,

Countries have begun to prioritize health in their efforts to protect people from the impact of climate change, but only about a quarter of those recently surveyed by the World Health Organization have been able to fully implement their national health and climate change plans or strategies. Countries report that a lack of funding; the

Thanksgiving is almost here, and that means many of us are getting ready to host an epic meal for our loved ones. But when you’re hosting, there’s nothing more stressful than having a house full of hungry guests, two more hours of waiting until the turkey is done roasting, and nothing but canned cranberry sauce

Schoolchildren in large parts of France were ordered Monday to again wear face masks in class, less than a month after being allowed to remove them, as the country tries to tamp down a surge in COVID cases. Primary schools in 40 of France’s 101 departments or administrative areas, which had been mask-free for weeks,

A plateau in U.S. COVID-19 cases following several weeks of declining infections is a “worrisome” indication for a potential spike this winter as people congregate inside more often because of holidays and colder weather, a Johns Hopkins University expert said Friday. The United States had been reporting case declines of 10 percent or more each

Slovakia on Monday expanded strict coronavirus restrictions including hotel, bar and restaurant closures to almost a half of the country amid a record surge of infections. The government is expected to discuss additional measures as the country’s health minister joined medical personnel who treat COVID-19 patients in urging Slovaks to get vaccinated. “Only vaccination can

The Taliban-run Afghan public health ministry announced Sunday the start of a four-day nationwide polio vaccination campaign aimed at inoculating children under age 5. For the past three years before taking control of Afghanistan, the Taliban had barred U.N.-organized vaccination teams from doing door-to-door campaigns in parts of the country under their control. The group

Dr Nighat discusses symptoms of prostate cancer We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you’ve consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info The drop in cancer screening rates seen during

While we love — and quite frankly, obsess over — Martha Stewart’s recipes, we kinda wish we knew what some of her go-to products are in her own kitchen. So we put on our detective caps and found an interview back in 2007 that shed some light on Stewart’s favorite cooking products. Back in 2007,

High blood pressure or hypertension is a major precursor for a heart attack or stroke. Lifestyle modifications, such as increased levels of physical activity, are recommended as the first line of anti-hypertensive treatment. However, this does not have to entail slogging it out in the gym for hours. In fact, researchers have found a simple

How does drinking a cold infusion of coriander seeds sounds like? Do you struggle with having a relaxed morning routine? In the hustle and bustle of everyday life, it is important to start your day on the right foot. A few lifestyle changes can make a world of difference. Drinking a cold infusion of coriander

NHS advises how to treat a common cold We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you’ve consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info An update was given after the 24-year-old’s

What REALLY happens when you have your Covid booster and flu jab in one go, asks BARNEY CALMAN Chills, fever, headaches and cramps are some of the side effects Mail on Sunday readers have experienced after having flu and Covid vaccine at the same time MoS resident GP, Dr Ellie Cannon reported in her column