New test for COVID-19 may deliver faster results to more people
Scientists have developed a novel assay capable of detecting the causative viral pathogen of COVID-19 that can be run in decentralized test facilities
Physical activity contributes to positive mental well-being in menopausal women
Exercise can reduce the negative mental effects of menopause.
Milk allergy guidelines may cause overdiagnosis in babies
Current medical guidelines for diagnosing cow's milk allergy in babies and young children may be linked to overdiagnosis of the condition
The benefits of consuming yerba mate
Yerba is part of the daily lives of millions of Latin Americans. Therefore, we decided to see what are the benefits of incorporating it into our lives.
Loss of smell and taste validated as COVID-19 symptoms
Study suggests clinicians should include sensory impairment as a standard screening measure
How to boost immune response to vaccines in older people
A new study reveals a way to make vaccines more effective for older people.
You don’t have to leave your home just because you’re getting older
You worked hard for your home – you’ve earned the right to stay there as long as you like. But as you age, safety becomes a consideration
What is the risk of getting a virus on an airplane?
Fair or not, airplanes have a reputation for germs. However, there are ways to minimize the risks.
COVID-19 linked to cardiac injury, worse outcomes for patients with heart conditions
The coronavirus can affect more deeply patients with underlying heart conditions
Birth control options out of reach for many low-income women
Young, low-income women are less likely to use more effective methods of birth control like the pill
New evidence on the mistreatment of women during childbirth
New evidence from a WHO-led study in four countries shows more than one-third of women experience mistreatment during childbirth in health facilities.
Coronavirus: the fine line between humor and insensitivity
In times of crisis, humor is a way to face reality, but this time many have come off badly with their comments
COVID-19 workers get training to protect their own health
The National Institutes of Health will launch a new website with important educational resources for Coronavirus workers.
Working women healthier even after retirement age
A new study found that women who worked consistently during their prime midlife working years had better health than non-working women later in life.
Are women getting adequate nutrition during preconception and pregnancy?
Higher level education was associated with improved adherence to dietary guidelines in pregnant women. Find out more in here
How to manage cancer care during COVID-19 pandemic
"Our goal is to keep our cancer patients and staff safe while continuing to provide compassionate, high-quality care under new circumstances".
COVID-19: The immune system can fight back
A robust immune system is a viable answer to the world's newest pandemic
To protect your brain, don't be (too) kind!
With the help of brain imaging, the results showed that elderly people with low agreeableness are better protected against Alzheimer's disease.
Babies born prematurely can catch up their immune systems
Researchers have found babies born before 32 weeks' gestation can rapidly acquire some adult immune functions after birth.
For the wellbeing of women or for pharmaceutical enrichment?
A lot of gynecologists prescribe contraceptive pills to their patients, but the choice of pill may be influenced by the pharmaceutical industry.