Three more cases of measles in Auckland bring to 15 the total number of cities this year

[ad_1] Three others said they contracted measles in Auckland, bringing the total to 15. Dr. William Rainger, Chief Medical Officer of the Auckland Regional Public Health Service (ARPHS), said the three new cases were isolated and that the ARPHS was following contacts in family, family, educational settings , medical and social to prevent the spread … Read more

Drug-resistant fungus likely to spread in nursing homes and hospitals has health officials worried

[ad_1] (CNN) – The Centers for Disease Control is sounding the alarm on a life-threatening super-fungus that they've called a global emerging threat. The deadly and pervasive yeast-fungus called Candida auris is on the rise in the U.S. and health officials are now warning about how fast it is spreading in health care facilities, especially … Read more

Nutritional supplements do not do good, can hurt

[ad_1] At best, a waste of money. Dietary supplements are involved in the risk of mortality. Mixture of images – Tanya Constantine / Getty Images A new study suggests that the only useful vitamins are those you pull from food. Researchers at Tufts University in the United States have found that vitamin and mineral supplements … Read more

Signs of Dementia: a change in the eyes could signal the early stages of the condition

[ad_1] Identifying the reduced blood capillaries in the retina may be a new, non-invasive way to diagnose early cognitive impairment – a harbinger of dementia. Discoveries using new technology are important because, although Alzheimer's disease can not be cured, early treatments can slow down its progress. It is known that people with Alzheimer's disease have … Read more

Scientists have corrected the working memory of people with simple electric zaps in the brain

[ad_1] Scientists have used a form of non-invasive electrostimulation to improve the working memory of the elderly, giving the 70-year-old the thinking skills of their 20-year-old self, at least temporarily. Working memory is the cognitive resource responsible for decision-making at all times. It allows us to keep and access useful and relevant information, such as … Read more

Drug-resistant fungus that can spread to retirement homes and hospitals worries health officials

[ad_1] (CNN) – The Centers for Disease Control are sounding the alarm bell on a super-mushroom threatening their lives that they have called emerging global threat. The invasive leavening fungus called Candida auris is increasing throughout the United States. Health officials now warn of the speed with which it is spreading in health facilities, including … Read more

11 Easy Ways to Start Healthy Eating Today

[ad_1] The term "healthy eating" has become very popular in the health sector. It's a diet that focuses on fresh and whole foods. This way of life can be easy and enjoyable as long as you follow some general guidelines. Here are 11 simple tips to start eating healthy. What is a healthy diet? Healthy … Read more

Chilli consumption slows lung cancer progression: study

[ad_1] New York: In addition to spicing up your food, chili, it seems, also has medicinal value. New research suggests that the hot pepper compound could help slow the spread of lung cancer, the leading cause of cancer death in men and women. Most cancer-related deaths occur when cancer spreads to distant sites, a process … Read more

According to a study, vitamin supplements do not help people live longer

[ad_1] Breaking News Emails Receive last minute alerts and special reports. News and stories that matter, delivered the mornings of the week. SUBSCRIBE April 9, 2019, 00:44 GMT By Linda Carroll Dietary supplements do not prolong life and could even shorten it if taken at high doses, researchers said Monday in the Annals of Internal … Read more

Chili Peppers can help fight against lung cancer

[ad_1] Peppers have many health benefits, such as fighting inflammation, natural pain relief and boosting immunity. New research shows that it could help stop the spread of lung cancer. RELATED: WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT SUGAR AND CANCER More specifically, it is the compound responsible for the heat of the peppers, called capsaicin, which … Read more