Window in the Drapes
The most hidden corners of our bodies are exposed and manipulated by surgeons, then put back together again, all in the course of a morning or afternoon. View original article Contributor:
Month: September 2019
Fires Rage in Indonesia, Turning the Sky Red
Wildfires burning across Indonesia have created respiratory problems for nearly a million people. View original article Contributor:
3 Suicides Among the Crew of a Single Navy Ship in 1 Week Highlight Rising Trend in U.S. Military
A string of suicides by sailors from the Navy aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush last week has prompted an investigation by local and federal authorities—but it reflects a tragic trend in the Navy, the U.S. military more broadly and across the country. The Naval Criminal Investigative Service is currently assisting local authorities in Portsmouth … Read more
These Types of Screen Time May Be Worst for Kids’ Grades, a New Analysis Suggests
Excessive screen time has been blamed for everything from mental health issues and developmental problems to weight gain among kids, leading many parents to worry about how much is too much. But a new JAMA Pediatrics analysis of dozens of past studies on screen time and academic performance suggests “how much” may be the wrong … Read more
South Korean Clinic Performed Abortion on Wrong Woman, Police Say
An expectant mother in Seoul, South Korea, was mistakenly given an abortion after her medical charts were mixed up with another woman’s, the police said. View original article Contributor:
What is the average weight for a 13-year-old?
The average weight for 13-year-olds is different for boys and girls, and puberty and genetics can also factor in. Learn about the average weight and BMI for a 13-year-old here. View original article Contributor:
12 home remedies for heat rash
Home remedies, such as cold compresses, calamine lotion, and oatmeal baths, can help soothe the symptoms of heat rash. Read on to learn more. View original article Contributor:
Natural ways to lower ALT levels
High levels of the liver enzyme ALT indicates liver damage. Taking steps to lower ALT levels through diet, exercise, and other methods can help the liver recover. Learn more here. View original article Contributor:
Onions and garlic may protect against breast cancer
The first population-based study of its kind examines the association between onion and garlic consumption and breast cancer risk. View original article Contributor:
‘Antibiotic resistance in farm animals is rising fast’
Antibiotic resistance is reaching a crisis point not just for humans, but also for farm animals bred for food, global evidence suggests. View original article Contributor: