All posts by LadyLively

  • Gut Enzyme Could Help Solve U.S. Blood Shortages

    An enzyme found in gut bacteria could convert type A blood into universal type O blood, a scientific feat that would significantly boost blood supplies, a new study suggests. This enzyme converts A blood into O blood...

    • Posted August 21, 2018
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  • Health Tip: Protect Your Voice

    The human voice is produced by two bands of muscle tissue called vocal folds. When you talk, the folds come together as the air from your lungs travels through them. Air blows through the folds and causes...

    • Posted August 21, 2018
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  • Health Tip: Differing Thyroid Tests

    The thyroid is an endocrine gland that makes hormones and helps regulate bodily activities, such as how fast you burn calories and how fast your heart beats. Doctors may suggest a thyroid test if they suspect the...

    • Posted August 21, 2018
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  • Health Highlights: Aug. 21, 2018

    Wildfire Smoke Causing Poor Air Quality in U.S. Pacific Northwest

    • Posted August 21, 2018
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  • Stressed at Work? Open Office Plan Might Help

    Maybe it’s time to retire the office cubicle. A new study suggests that open workspaces without partitions between desks encourage employees to be more active and help curb stress. “We are becoming an increasingly sedentary workforce, and...

    • Posted August 21, 2018
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  • What Comes First: Warm-Up or Stretching?

    Sports-medicine research has called into question the value of warm-ups and cool-downs, and cast doubt on whether they really prevent muscle soreness. However, there are still other benefits to these pre- and post-workout steps, and to stretching...

    • Posted August 20, 2018
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  • Most Parents Say Tsk, Tsk to Tattoos for Their Teens

    Most American parents would forbid their teen from getting a tattoo due to concerns about possible infection and future job prospects, a nationwide survey finds. The poll of more than 1,000 parents found 78 percent said they...

    • Posted August 20, 2018
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  • Getting Kids Ready for the New School Year

    There are a number of things you can do to ensure your kids have a smooth start to the new school year. Don’t wait until the first day of class to seek help. Schools are open over...

    • Posted August 20, 2018
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  • Vaping Can Damage DNA, But Will It Cause Cancer?

    E-cigarettes produce chemicals that can damage a person’s DNA, the first step on a path that might lead to cancer, a new study reports. The saliva of a small group of e-cigarette users contained increased levels of...

    • Posted August 20, 2018
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  • Health Highlights: Aug. 20, 2018

    U.S. Measles Outbreak Hits 107 Cases in 21 States, D.C.

    • Posted August 20, 2018
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