Dr. Bernard Fisher, Who Revolutionized Breast Cancer Treatment, Dies at 101
He brought an end to the routine use of the debilitating radical mastectomy. He later battled false allegations of scientific misconduct. View original article Contributor:
Month: October 2019
Boston Mental Health Court an alternative for troubled probationers – Boston Herald
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Running With Donkeys
It turns out that it is not much different than running with a stubborn dog, only they’re a lot bigger and can break your leg. View original article Contributor:
Johnson & Johnson Recalls Batch of a Baby Powder After Trace Asbestos Found in Bottle
Johnson & Johnson on Friday recalled a single batch of its baby powder as a precaution after government testing found trace amounts of asbestos in one bottle bought online. The recalled lot consists of 33,000 bottles which were distributed last year. J&J said the U.S. Food and Drug Administration found minuscule amounts of asbestos in … Read more
Everything you need to know about essential oils
Essential oils are the concentrated extracts of potentially beneficial plants, such as lavender and peppermint. Learn more about their uses and the possible risks here. View original article Contributor:
Vegan keto diet: Everything you need to know
A vegan keto diet is a very low carbohydrate diet that does not include any animal products. Learn about the possible benefits and risks and what to eat on a vegan keto diet here. View original article Contributor:
Some keto diets may exacerbate skin inflammation
A study in mouse models with psoriasis-like skin inflammation suggests that ketogenic diets with a very high fat content may exacerbate skin problems. View original article Contributor:
High-profile talks to avert landmark opioid trial hit snags
The size of a proposed $50 billion deal, as well as how it would be distributed, are points of contention. View original article Contributor: Lenny Bernstein
Parkinson’s: New treatment approach shows promise in brain cells
A new study suggests an innovative strategy for tackling an enzyme that is typically affected in Parkinson’s disease. The findings show promise in neurons. View original article Contributor:
What to know about serotonin syndrome
Serotonin syndrome occurs when a person takes one or more drugs that cause a buildup of serotonin in the body. Find out the causes, symptoms, and treatments of serotonin syndrome here. View original article Contributor: