With results from each of these panels, the health professional would assess the patient's values relative to their reference intervals and determine which condition they most likely have. Understanding the purpose of blood tests and how to interpret them can help patients partner with their health...
Trials are taking place around the world to determine who will represent their countries in Paris. And next week, all eyes will be on USA gymnastics trials in Minneapolis as 16 women compete for one of five coveted spots on Team USA. Olympic superstar gymnast Simone Biles is looking to make...
“It doesn’t have to be anything crazy, but get the feel of being in a children’s hospital,” Norton says. ”There are sad and difficult parts, but the resilience and joy that kids bring even when they are sick is what sustains me and brings me joy in my work even when it’s ...
Predisposition to canker sores may just be genetic. However, some diseases that affect the immune system such as lupus, Crohn's disease, celiac disease, or HIV/AIDS may cause frequent or recurrent canker sores. Healthcare professionals can order tests to determine if there is an underlying medic...
While Everytown was not able to determine the type of gun used in each incident they recorded, handguns were used in 86% of the incidents with available firearm information. Pistols, which are themost popular type of firearmin the U.S., require different amounts of force to pull the trigg...
One interesting area of the current research on smoking is the study of the population distribution of the genes for smoking (genetic epidemiology). (Genes determine an individual'sinheritedcharacteristics.) Only a small fraction of individuals who start smoking as an adolescent will become nicotine ...
The autonomic nervous system regulates certain body processes, such as blood pressure and the rate of breathing. This system works automatically (autonomously), without a person’s conscious effort. It’s normal for these two branches to be in constant competition with each other; that’s what ...
(Cymbopogon nardus) plant.Although more studies need to be done to determine why spiders specifically seem to dislike the strong smell, it's likely because it masks attractive scents the same way it does for pesky insects.Additionally, because these areplants that repel mosquitos, flies, gnats,...
Babysit their kids so they can rest. Volunteer to exercise with them. Be a Donor—or Help Find One At some point, a kidney transplant could become part of the conversation. Within 20 years after diagnosis, on average, one in five people with IgA nephropathy will be in end-stage kidney ...
What to Know About Autism in Children Find out the signs to look for and how early treatments can improve the well-being of kids with autism. Tina DonvitoApril 18, 2025 When Someone Loses Weight Here are 12 things to never say to someone who has lost weight; plus what to say instead....