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NATO receives PGMs purchased through joint procurement program
The NATO Support and Procurement Agency on Tuesday received the first of three shipments of precision guided munitions planned for 2020, the alliance announced.
First randomised trial backs safety of common heart drugs in COVID-19 patients
Heart patients hospitalized with COVID-19 can safely continue taking angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors and angiotensin receptor blockers (ARBs), according to new research.
Severe COVID-19 despite or even due to the strong immunity
Critically ill patients present a similar or even stronger immunity against the virus than convalescent patients. This supports the theory that severe infections might be linked to an exaggerated immune...
The best ankle weights for a sculpted lower body
Add a little extra to your workout. (Amazon/)If you’re looking to take your workouts to the next level, ankle weights will do the muscle blasting trick. Strap them on while you’re doing...
Face shield or face mask to stop the spread of COVID-19?
If CDC guidelines aren't enough to convince you that face shields alone shouldn't be used to stop the spread of COVID-19, then maybe a new visualization study will. Researchers simulated...
Study tracks human milk nutrients in infant microbiome
A new study in mice helps explain why gut microbiomes of breastfed infants can differ greatly from those of formula-fed infants.
Scientists identify promising new ALS drug candidates
Scientists have taken a significant step forward in the search to find effective new drug candidates for the treatment of Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), also known as motor neuron disease.
A surprising opportunity for telehealth in shaping the future of medicine
Expanded telehealth services at UT Southwestern have proved effective at safely delivering patient care during the pandemic, leading to an increase in patients even in specialties such as plastic surgery,...
BTS to perform on 'Today,' 'America's Got Talent'
K-pop group BTS will perform its new single "Dynamite" on "Today" and "America's Got Talent."
FDA data reveals racial discrepancies in cardiovascular drug trials
FDA data shows that Black Americans are recruited for drug trials at substantially lower rates than White Americans -- 75% of cardiovascular drug trials from 2015-2019 had major racial discrepencies,...
Channing Tatum to release 'Sparkella' children's book
Channing Tatum will publish "The One and Only Sparkella," a picture book inspired by his daughter, Everly, in 2021.
First treatment identified for fainting
Fainting affects one in two people during their lifetime. Those with recurrent episodes are often afraid to socialize or go to work. Today researchers report the first effective therapy.
Blood pressure-lowering is even more beneficial than previously thought
Blood pressure medication can prevent heart attacks and strokes - even in people with normal blood pressure.
Robin Williams 'wasn't in his right mind' before death, says widow
Susan Schneider Williams, the widow of Robin Williams, discussed the late actor's unwitting struggle with Lewy body dementia.
Pregnant women's flu vaccines don't raise risk of autism, study confirms
Pregnant women are understandably worried about everything that goes into their bodies. But here's one worry they can cross off that list: flu shots.
Elderly people protected against respiratory infections by BCG vaccine
The BCG vaccine has a broad, stimulating effect on the immune system. BCG is frequently given to children, but a new study shows that elderly people also benefit from it.
Health Canada changes course on COVID-19 testing at home
Health Canada is willing to consider approving home COVID-19 tests to screen for the novel coronavirus, a spokesperson for the minister of health told Reuters, in a win for public...
Face shields, masks with vents less effective at limiting COVID-19 spread, study finds
Cloth or surgical masks are more effective than clear plastic face shields or masks with exhalation valves in preventing COVID-19 spread, according to an analysis published Tuesday by the journal...
Detecting small amounts of virus in early infections
Diagnostic devices that are used at home or in doctors' offices are often not sensitive enough to detect small amounts of a virus that might be present in samples from...
Face shields, masks with valves ineffective against COVID-19 spread: study
If the United States Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) guidelines aren't enough to convince you that face shields alone shouldn't be used to stop the spread of COVID-19,...
New feline vaccination guidelines
The American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA) and the American Association of Feline Practitioners (AAFP) convened a panel of experts to update the 2013 AAFP Feline Vaccination Advisory Panel Report. The...
Blazers' Damian Lillard, fiancee expecting twin boy, girl
Portland Trail Blazers guard Damian Lillard and his fiancee are expecting twins.
How regulations meant to increase poor, minority lending ultimately backfire
Over the years, policymakers have enacted consumer protection laws and regulations to ensure better access to credit for low-income and minority consumers at fair lending rates. While these regulations make...
Study: Only the Most Aggressive COVID-19 Responses Reduced Cases, Deaths in the U.S.
In the United States, there has not been a COVID-19 response so much as a multitude of micro-responses. With no comprehensive national plan to unify them, local and state governments...
Stem Cell Trial Tests Treatment for Often-Fatal COVID-19 Lung Damage
Researchers are studying whether cells drawn from deep inside our bones may hold hope for the sickest of COVID-19 patients who have severe lung injury called acute respiratory distress syndrome,...
Chiefs extend contracts of coach Reid, GM Veach through 2025
The Super Bowl champion Kansas City Chiefs have made another move to keep their current structure in place with six-year contract extensions for coach Andy Reid and general manager Brett...
CDC's missteps are causing people to lose trust in a great institution
Recent actions by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention have led many in public health to call into question the integrity of the CDC's leadership as they ignore...
Ed Sheeran announces birth of baby girl Lyra
Ed Sheeran announced on Instagram Tuesday that his wife, Cherry Seaborn, has given birth to their first child, a baby girl named Lyra Antarctica Seaborn Sheeran.