An effective and safe oral pill is welcome news for people at risk for blood clots, after a worldwide study led by McMaster University proved milvexian can be used with minimal side effects. Milvexian is unique in that it works by targeting factor XIa, a clotting enzyme that causes dangerous…
How an antibiotic acts as an antiviral, hitting the COVID-19 virus with a three-pronged attack
New research published in the International Journal of Computational Biology and Drug Design describes a novel lipopeptide antibiotic that can inhibit the replication of the SARS-CoV-2 virus, which causes COVID-19. The compound, known as Kannurin, interferes with RNA-dependent-RNA polymerase activation and function, the researchers explain. H. Shabeer Ali of the…
‘An Arm and a Leg’: How One State Protects Patients From Hospital Lawsuits
Can’t see the audio player? Click here to listen. In Maryland, hospitals had been suing people — taking them to court and garnishing wages — even though these patients legally qualified for financial assistance, also known as charity care. Those lawsuits are now illegal, because of the state’s new Medical Debt Protection…
An ultra detailed map of the brain region that controls movement, from mice to monkeys to humans
Before you read any further, bring your hand to your forehead. It probably didn’t feel like much, but that simple kind of motion required the concerted effort of millions of different neurons in several regions of your brain, followed by signals sent at 200 mph from your brain to your…
Man left ejaculating out of anus and urinating faeces due to condition
Man, 33, was left ejaculating out of his anus and urinating faeces due to rare condition… but didn’t seek medical help for TWO YEARS The man in Texas sought medical help after suffering testicle pain for five days 33-year-old was passing ‘substantial amount’ of semen and urine from his anus…
If You’re An Leo, Do This Workout Routine
Just Stock/Shutterstock By Maria Gracia Santillana/Sept. 1, 2021 9:23 am EDT Leos, why not take this opportunity to try a new workout or two? Leos are known for their fiery personalities and, truthfully, love for attention, and astrology experts are here to recommend the perfect workout routines and target areas to…
An Anatomy Lab Just Named Kidney Stones the Most Painful Thing a Human Can Experience
In a new YouTube video, Justin Cottle at the Institute of Human Anatomy breaks down a condition that he has frequently heard people describe as the most painful thing they have ever experienced, with some even calling it more agonizing than childbirth: kidney stones. “A lot of people do compare…
An autoimmune disorder may underlie male infertility
Investigators have found that the absence of autoimmune regulator (Aire) in mice results in fertility problems similar to those affecting men with autoimmune polyendocrine syndrome type I (APS-1). Aire-dependent central tolerance plays a critical role in maintaining male fertility by preventing autoimmune attack against multiple reproductive targets, they report in…
If You’re An Aquarius, Do This Workout Routine
While your zodiac sign can be a good indicator on how you behave in relationships and instructs you on what careers suit you best, you might not know that you can also look to your sun sign when determining the best workout routine to follow. While every individual is unique…
An improved elbow MRI view for Major League Baseball pitchers
According to a pilot study published in ARRS’ American Journal of Roentgenology (AJR), the flexed elbow valgus external rotation (FEVER) view can improve MRI evaluation of the ulnar collateral ligament (UCL) in Major League Baseball (MLB) pitchers. “The increased joint space width confirms elbow valgus stress with FEVER view,” wrote…
This DIY Way To Make An Accent Wall Is Even Easier Than You May Think
An accent wall can completely change a room. Adding color, texture, or a pattern can create a focal point, highlight features, and even make small spaces feel larger and large rooms seem cozier. It’s not hard to come up with ideas for accent walls either. If you get a creative…