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Unapproved Antibiotics and Antibiotic Resistance

Prescription medicines such as antibiotics require regulatory approval in the countries in which they are sold, but recent evidence indicates unapproved antibiotics are being distributed and are associated with increasing antibiotic resistance.

3 Jul 2019

What is a Vestibular Schwannoma?

A vestibular schwannoma is a slow-growing, benign tumor developing in the nerves that connect the inner ear to the brain. These tumors are not malignant, and produce symptoms by pressure on the surrounding structures.

3 Jul 2019

What is Triclosan and Why is it Banned?

On September 9, 2016, the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) banned the incorporation of triclosan and 18 other antimicrobial chemicals from household soap products and the next year prevented companies from using triclosan in over-the-counter health care antiseptic products without premarket review.

2 Jul 2019

Topical Probiotics for Atopic Dermatitis and Eczema

Atopic dermatitis is an inflammatory disease of the skin in which the normal barrier function of the skin is disrupted, so that immune function is impaired and susceptibility to infection with common bacteria like Staphylococcus aureus is increased.

2 Jul 2019

Ketogenic Diet and Aging

A ketogenic diet can help some people lose weight. Studies examining the effect of ketogenic diets show contradictory results. This makes ketogenic diets an extremely controversial topic.

2 Jul 2019

Can Probiotics Ever Be Harmful to Human Health?

Probiotics are living microorganisms, taken as oral supplements or topically, that are used for their purported health benefits.

4 Jul 2019

Can Vitamin D Prevent Asthma Attacks?

Asthma is a common illness of the lung airways, which prevents proper air entry and may cause long-term distress and death. Both children and adults are affected.

1 Jul 2019

Is Cancer a Metabolic Disorder?

Errors with the metabolism of cells can cause a multitude of different cancers. The metabolic mechanisms in cancerous cells can be forcibly hijacked to further support the cancerous phenotype of these cells.

1 Jul 2019

Potential Health Benefits of Methylene Blue

Methylene blue is a dye that was first developed to stain and inactivate certain microbes. It was also one of the first chemotherapeutic medications tested in humans, where it was used to treat malaria, in 1891.

1 Jul 2019

Does Drinking 100% Fruit Juice Put on Weight?

Juicing is a popular trend these days and is touted for its weight loss and detoxing benefits. To keep up with the increasing demand, plenty of ready-to-drink juice options are available in stores.

30 Jun 2019

Does Tinnitus Affect the Brain?

Tinnitus is a common condition characterized by the perception of sound without an identifiable external source. It is often referred to as “ringing in the ears”, but it can take the form of various perceptions of sounds, including swooshing, clicking, buzzing, whistling, and hissing.

30 Jun 2019

Are Chemicals in Cosmetics Linked to Early Puberty in Girls?

The global cosmetic industry is expected to hit USD 863 billion by 2024, according to reports. Skincare, perfumes, hair care, toiletries & deodorants, and oral cosmetics are the key product categories of the cosmetic sector. Skincare products make up a whopping 36% of the global market and hair care an additional 23%

27 Jun 2019