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Medical News Today: What to know about sleeping with earplugs
Sleeping with earplugs is usually safe. One potential risk of using them regularly is earwax buildup, but people can treat…
Medical News Today: Supplements for vegans: What to know
A vegan diet can have many health benefits, but vegans may also need to take some supplements to ensure that…
Medical News Today: What are the side effects of tramadol?
Tramadol is a prescription pain medication. Some side effects are more common than others. This article looks at the common,…
Technology better than tape measure for identifying lymphedema risk
New research finds that a special scan measuring lymphatic fluid volume is significantly better than a tape measure at predicting…
More than a protein factory: A role for ribosomes in regulating human gene expression
Researchers have discovered a new function of ribosomes in human cells that may show the protein-making particle’s role in destroying…
Mortality risks among pro athletes
A first-of-its-kind comparison between elite pro athletes suggests higher overall mortality among NFL players compared with MLB players. NFL players…
Drug-resistant infections: If you can’t beat ’em, starve ’em, scientists find
To treat Candida albicans, a common yeast that can cause illness in those with weakened immune systems, researchers limited the…
Gut is organized by function, and opportunities for better drug design
New findings provide insights about how the intestine maximizes nutrient uptake, while at the same time protecting the body from…
Medical News Today: What causes a loss of taste?
A lost sense of taste is a common symptom, with possible causes ranging from a simple cold to a head…