New method redefines the meaning of vegetative consciousness

New method redefines the meaning of vegetative consciousness

Physicians have been perplexed by the inability to determine if a person that is in a “vegetative state” has any true consciousness. A new...
Cardiomyopathy associated with mood disorders, say researchers

Cardiomyopathy associated with mood disorders, say researchers

A recent study suggested that depression and anxiety are common among those with hyptertrophic cardiomyopathy, and undertreated among such people. Of 148 patients screened...
Risk factors for heart disease you can and cannot control

Risk factors for heart disease you can and cannot control

Your heart is in your hands. Heart disease and stroke are largely preventable if you work to lower your risks. It's important to know...
Panic disorder linked with interstitial cystitis, research suggests

Panic disorder linked with interstitial cystitis, research suggests

Research suggests a potential genetic linkage between interstitial cystitis and panic disorder in certain families. In general, there is the possibility of a broad...
CVS Omicron-targeting COVID vaccines Booster: Schedule an Appointment

CVS Omicron-targeting COVID vaccines Booster: Schedule an Appointment

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) encourages those eligible to receive the new bivalent COVID-19 booster vaccine. The Moderna COVID-19 vaccine, Bivalent, is...
Mitochondrial DNA mutations proven to pass from mother to children

Mitochondrial DNA mutations proven to pass from mother to children

Women that have children later in life are known to produce children with greater rates of heart disease, Alzheimer’s disease, diabetes, and cancer. Kateryna...
UCLA cardiologists print 3-D model of heart to prep for surgery

UCLA cardiologists print 3-D model of heart to prep for surgery

Most are aware that pilots often train in a simulator prior to an actual flight in an unfamiliar plane to reduce risk of an...
New study furthers understanding of how memories are formed

New study furthers understanding of how memories are formed

A new study by researchers at UCLA and the University of Leicester in the United Kingdom has advanced knowledge on how the brain forms...
Weight screening of teens reported ineffective for curbing obesity

Weight screening of teens reported ineffective for curbing obesity

An obesity epidemic is ongoing in the United States across all age groups, including teens. The problem persists despite numerous anti-obesity campaigns. Researchers at...
CVS COVID Bivalent Vaccine Booster Dose: you can schedule an appointment

CVS COVID Bivalent Vaccine Booster Dose: you can schedule an appointment

The CDC unveiled its recommendations for updated boosters to help fight the new variants. Dana Hawkinson, an infectious disease physician and the medical director...

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