Category: Health
Here’s the real culprit behind the Dengvaxia scare
In the first installment of a two-part series, science communicator Carina Laroza takes a closer look at the roots of…
5 urgent questions about the Philippine measles outbreak, answered
•Health officials in the Philippines declared a measles outbreak in February 2019 due to a disturbing rise in reported cases…
Cannabis-infused non-alcoholic beer puts the ‘pot’ in ‘potable’
•Unlike alcohol, cannabis is not water-soluble, meaning it takes the body longer to metabolize it and feel its effects. •Creating…
Your e-cigarette can help you quit, but may also put your heart at risk
•A study of UK smokers revealed that e-cigarette use is more effective for kicking the habit than gum, patches, and…
Hot stuff: 5 burning questions about spicy food, answered
• The distinct sensation that comes with eating spicy food is a product of capsaicin, a compound found in chili…
Did French researchers unlock the next step in HIV treatment?
• Researchers at the Institut Pasteur found that metabolic activity, particularly glucose consumption, makes CD4 cells more prone to HIV…
Is this gene the secret to fighting obesity?
• Recently published research reveals that a gene called RCAN1 may be the key to fighting obesity. • Experiments showed that…
Is it safe to eat moldy bread after cutting off the mold?
• Cutting off the discolored parts of moldy bread does not make the bread safe to eat. • Mold is…
Peanut better: New study spreads hope for peanut allergy treatment
Clinical trials with controlled doses of peanut-derived compound AR101 revealed promising results among allergic children over a period of one…
Head-scratchers: 5 surprising facts about dandruff
It’s itchy, it’s irritating, and it’s the only kind of “snow” we see around these parts. Dandruff is a rather…
