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New sweetener, 3,500 times sweeter than sugar, which does not affect blood sugar levels
Israeli researchers have tested "sweelin", a sweet protein that does not significantly alter blood sugar or insulin levels. A study involving 19 people shows promising, albeit preliminary, results.
Crisis of medicines in Bucharest hospitals: zero stocks at Emergency units for essential supplies
Bagdasar-Arseni, Pantelimon, and Floreasca hospitals have critically low or zero stocks of medical supplies. Hospital managers are urgently requesting funds to prevent serious disruptions.
Coffee and tea drunk very hot may increase the risk of oesophageal cancer
Oxford study on nearly one million people: those who drink coffee or tea at above 65°C have a threefold higher risk of oesophageal cancer.
Foto ilustrativăHot tea and coffee may increase the risk of oesophageal cancer, Oxford study finds
Study on nearly one million people: drinks above 65°C could triple the risk of oesophageal cancer, although the disease remains rare.
Foto ilustrativăCoronary Angioplasty: How a Blocked Heart Artery Is Reopened
Coronary angioplasty is a minimally invasive procedure that reopens narrowed heart arteries, using a balloon catheter and, typically, a stent.
Coronary Angioplasty: the procedure that unblocks the heart's arteries
Coronary angioplasty is a minimally invasive procedure that widens narrowed heart arteries, using a balloon catheter and, often, a stent.
Hot tea and coffee triple the risk of oesophageal cancer, Oxford study shows
The world's largest study, led by the University of Oxford, shows that very hot drinks triple the risk of squamous cell carcinoma of the oesophagus.
Coffee and Liver Health: What a Study of 355,000 People Reveals
A study involving nearly 355,000 participants shows that those who drink at least 5 cups of coffee per day have significantly lower risks of cirrhosis and liver cancer compared to those who drink none at all.
Talking to yourself out loud: what psychologists say about this habit
Talking to yourself, referred to as "private speech" by psychologists, can aid concentration, memory, and emotional regulation. In itself, it is not a cause for concern.
Foto ilustrativăTalking to yourself out loud: what psychologists say about this habit
Psychologists explain why talking to yourself is no cause for concern, and may actually improve concentration, memory, and emotional management.
Foto ilustrativăMatcha, coffee and tea can reduce iron absorption from food
Tannins in tea, coffee, and matcha can block up to 60% of iron absorption when consumed with meals. Waiting an hour and taking vitamin C can help.
Foto ilustrativăWhat Usually Causes Back Pain and When You Need to See a Doctor
Back pain is common and rarely serious. Find out about the usual causes and the signs that require medical attention.
Foto ilustrativăDizziness: what causes it and when to seek medical advice
Nicole Păcuraru explains the main causes of dizziness – from dehydration to inner ear problems – and when this symptom requires medical attention.
Foto ilustrativăNocturnal Gastro-oesophageal Reflux: Symptoms and Preventive Measures
Heartburn and night-time regurgitation can disrupt sleep and cause coughing or hoarseness in the morning. Here is what triggers them and when you should see a doctor.
Study: AI chatbots drop medical advice if the patient downplays their symptoms
A British study shows that AI chatbots, although they initially identify a medical problem correctly, change their recommendation if the user insists that the symptoms are not serious.
Heart Attack: 4 Warning Signs That Can Appear Days Before
Doctors cited by HuffPost warn about signs that may precede a heart attack: chest pressure, radiating pain, shortness of breath, nausea, and fatigue.
Home urine test detects 9 out of 10 cases of bladder cancer
A urine test evaluated by the NHS identified 92% of bladder cancer cases in a study of nearly 1,000 patients across the United Kingdom.
Foto ilustrativăHow arterial blockages of the heart are detected: from angio-CT to coronary angiography
Explanation of the investigations used to detect coronary blockages, from CT angiography to coronary angiography and stent angioplasty.
Foto ilustrativăFEVAR: the endovascular solution for complex aortic aneurysms
The FEVAR procedure uses a customised fenestrated endoprosthesis for aortic aneurysms located near the renal arteries, without blocking the blood supply to the organs.
A compound found in blueberries and grapes may reduce fat in muscles, a Japanese study suggests
Researchers in Japan have observed, in a laboratory setting, that pterostilbene stimulates the breakdown of fat in muscle cells. The study is at an early stage, conducted on cells rather than on humans.
International Clinical Study: 1,600 People Tested to Prevent Alzheimer's Before Symptoms Appear
A large-scale study is testing whether an experimental drug can prevent Alzheimer's in high-risk individuals, identified through a blood test, before symptoms appear.
EU reassesses the safety of injectable iron treatments following severe cases of bone complications
The European Medicines Agency (EMA) is reviewing all injectable iron medicines, following reports of severe cases of hypophosphataemia associated with osteomalacia and fractures.
Foto ilustrativăProlonged Sitting Without Breaks Linked to Higher Cancer Death Risk
A study of over 91,000 people shows that each additional hour of uninterrupted sedentary behaviour was associated with a 9% higher risk of death from cancer.
Transplanted pig kidney functioned for 271 days in the body of a US patient
A kidney from a genetically modified pig functioned for 271 days inside the body of Tim Andrews — the longest recorded interval to date, according to American doctors.