Brazilian researchers have published a systematic review of the scientific literature showing that some warm-up strategies such as dynamic stretching can effectively prepare soccer players to maintain kicking accuracy, whereas intense physical exercises have a negative effect on the velocity of the ball when kicked, and consumption of carbohydrate beverages during a match can enable
Most everyone has experienced itchy skin on their legs at some point in their lives. It’s uncomfortable and annoying, and can make you feel self-conscious. Most of the time, itchy legs aren’t a cause for concern, but that doesn’t mean you should ignore them. The simplest explanations include dry skin (hello, endless months of winter!), a
This is a landmark study in so far as being the first to raise the alarm that, despite early successes with COVID-19 vaccines, further research is warranted on a next generation of COVID-19 vaccines. The results from this study, however, only indicate that the AstraZeneca vaccine does not have at least 60% efficacy against mild-moderate
First, spinach had its heyday in the early aughts. Then kale became trendy (remember when people would throw kale in the oven and have the audacity to call it chips?!), and now cauliflower is having a moment. The next type of produce that’s poised for fad-dom? Bok choy. “Like other leafy green vegetables, bok choy
More than 1,200 people with rare diseases have received a diagnosis thanks to the integration of large-scale genomics into the Stockholm region’s healthcare system. This is according to a study from Karolinska Institutet in Sweden that analyzed the result of the first five years of collaboration on whole genome sequencing between Karolinska University Hospital and
Music-based interventions have become a core ingredient of effective neurorehabilitation in the past 20 years thanks to the growing body of knowledge. In this theme issue of Neurorehabilitation, experts in the field highlight some of the current critical gaps in clinical applications that have been less thoroughly investigated, such as post-stroke cognition, traumatic brain injury,
Machine learning can be used to comb through online reviews of substance use treatment facilities to home in on qualities that are important to patients but remain hard to capture via formal means, such as surveys, researchers from the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania show. The researchers found that professionalism and
Water wars are among the most classic warm-weather pastimes. Nothing compares to the jumble of nerves and excitement that comes from hiding behind a bush or tree with a bucket of water balloons at your ankle or clutching a super soaker in your hands, ready to draw. But we’re painting an old-school picture for you,
Such a sweet gesture! Brooklyn Decker hasn’t met her husband Andy Roddick’s ex-girlfriend Mandy Moore — but she did give the This Is Us star a baby gift. This Is Gus! See Mandy Moore and Taylor Goldsmith’s Son’s Baby Album “I sent her a little present before [her son’s birth],” the model, 33, exclusively told
My favorite Easter candy to receive in my basket growing up was always Cadbury’s mini eggs. They looked so realistic and tasted delicious with their crunchy outer shell and rich chocolate inside. Even today, it’s one of my favorite treats to pick up around Easter. Nothing beats a good old chocolate egg. Costco is selling
(HealthDay)—Prescribing of psychotropic drugs increased for residents of nursing homes in Ontario, Canada, from January-February 2020 to March-September 2020, according to a study published online March 16 in JAMA Internal Medicine. Nathan M. Stall, M.D., from Sinai Health and the University Health Network in Toronto, and colleagues examined the monthly proportion of nursing home residents
(HealthDay)—Prescribing of psychotropic drugs increased for residents of nursing homes in Ontario, Canada, from January-February 2020 to March-September 2020, according to a study published online March 16 in JAMA Internal Medicine. Nathan M. Stall, M.D., from Sinai Health and the University Health Network in Toronto, and colleagues examined the monthly proportion of nursing home residents
What’s your most-used kitchen utensil? Most people would probably say a chef’s knife, or a wooden spoon, but those in the know? They’ll say spurtle, every time. But we don’t blame you if you’ve never heard of spurtles before. They’re a wooden utensil traditionally used in Scotland to stir porridge, soups, and stews, but they’re
In the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, a twin threat looms, affecting someone in the United States every 11 seconds and leading to a death every 15 minutes, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Antibiotic-resistant infections are on the rise, although they pale in comparison to COVID-19 deaths, which have now
A team of scientists from Brazil recently explored the abilities of the UK, South African, and Brazilian variants of severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) to evade host CD8+ T cell responses induced by natural infection or vaccination. The findings reveal reduced antigenic coverage for the P.2 Brazilian lineage, indicating its ability to evade
The vast majority of people infected with SARS-CoV-2 clear the virus, but those with compromised immunity—such as individuals receiving immune-suppressive drugs for autoimmune diseases—can become chronically infected. As a result, their weakened immune defenses continue to attack the virus without being able to eradicate it fully. This physiological tug-of-war between human host and pathogen offers
Birthday boy! Malika Haqq celebrated her and O.T. Genasis’ first year on Monday, March 15. See Malika Haqq’s Sweetest Moments With Her Son Ace “Ace Is One,” the Side by Side star, 38, captioned an Instagram slideshow of party pics. In the social media upload, the toddler wore a Fendi outfit while posing in front
After a long week of work, spending time with your children can really help re-energize you. Breakfast on the weekends with the kids is my favorite time of the week. Making fun food like homemade waffles or pancakes is priceless and they just love helping out in the kitchen. Sure, you could make that TikTok
This year, COVID-19 has made decisions around surgery tougher than ever for folks who may need one. But one major medical group can help provide some answers. Top on their list: Is it safe to have surgery right now? “It is very safe to have surgery, especially with all of the precautions in place,” said
This year, COVID-19 has made decisions around surgery tougher than ever for folks who may need one. But one major medical group can help provide some answers. Top on their list: Is it safe to have surgery right now? “It is very safe to have surgery, especially with all of the precautions in place,” said