A number of viruses, such as Zika and West Nile, can spread through bites by mosquitoes that carry them. Medical News Today spoke with experts to find if mosquitoes could also carry and transmit the SARS-CoV-2 virus that causes COVID-19. Share on PinterestExperts weigh in on whether or not mosquitoes can carry and spread SARS-CoV-2.
Exposure to blue light is becoming increasingly commonplace, from the artificial lighting in our homes to the increased use of our devices. Blue light exposure before bedtime impacts your circadian rhythm and sleep quality, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). In a new fruit fly study, researchers from Oregon State University
Share on PinterestWhat explains rapid eye movements during sleep? Researchers may be getting closer to an answer. Image credit: Alexandr Ivanets/Stocksy. Rapid eye movement (REM) sleep is characterized the rapid movement of eyes from side to side and is associated with the occurrence of vivid dreams. The significance of these eye movements during REM sleep
Share on PinterestCalifornia researchers found that physical activity of any intensity may lower the risk of death in women older than 60, regardless of their genetic propensity for longevity. Rob and Julia Campbell/Stocksy Health experts state that staying active can contribute to healthy aging in older adults. California researchers found that physical activity of any
Share on PinterestSome people experience COVID-19 rebound after treating the initial disease with Paxlovid. Image credit: Fabian Sommer/picture alliance via Getty Images. Clinical trials showed that some re-emergence, or rebound, of COVID-19 symptoms, was possible in people who take Paxlovid, but reported levels seem higher. The cases of rebound may have less to do with
Share on PinterestA “polypill” containing aspirin, ramipril, and atorvastatin may reduce cardiovascular mortality in those who’ve had a heart attack. Marc Tran/Stocksy After a heart attack, a multiple-pill drug regimen is essential to prevent recurrent cardiovascular events, but many patients do not continue to take recommended medications in the long term. Researchers conducted a clinical
Share on PinterestA new case study suggests that heart issues may sometimes be a complication resulting from a monkeypox infection. Design by MNT; Photography by NIAID, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons & PhotoAlto/Frederic Cirou/Getty Images. While monkeypox is primarily known to cause blisters and rashes, a new case report shows that the virus may
Share on PinterestNew research shows that a “child-like robot” was able to detect mental health concerns in children with more accuracy than humans. Aitor Diago/Getty Images The growing youth mental health crisis highlights a need for early detection and treatment of mental health disorders. A new study by University of Cambridge researchers found that socially
Share on PinterestA recent study suggests that stains are not the cause of muscle pain in 9 out of 10 people who experience the symptoms while taking the medication. CROS STUDIOS/Stocksy Statins are medications that lower cholesterol levels in the blood, protecting against heart attack and stroke. Like all medications, sometimes they cause side effects.
Share on PinterestNew research shows that music therapy can improve social connections between people with dementia and their caregivers. GCShutter/Getty Images People with dementia may experience difficulty with memory and communication. Music is one form of therapy that can be helpful for people with dementia. A new study shows that music therapy interventions may improve
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