Author: Tom Patriot
New research reviews the state of vaccine safety science
A new systematic review provides a succinct summary of the scientific evidence for and/or against causal associations for 47 adverse events following immunization (AEFI). Findings from the study will be presented during the Pediatric Academic Societies (PAS) 2019 Meeting, taking place on April 24 – May 1 in Baltimore. “Health care providers desire objective and clear information on a broad range of vaccine safety issues to assist them in answering patient questions,” said Matthew Dudley, PhD, MSPH, one of the authors of the study. “There have been no recent comprehensive…
Read MoreExercise activates memory neural networks in older adults
How quickly do we experience the benefits of exercise? A new University of Maryland study of healthy older adults shows that just one session of exercise increased activation in the brain circuits associated with memory — including the hippocampus — which shrinks with age and is the brain region attacked first in Alzheimer’s disease. “While it has been shown that regular exercise can increase the volume of the hippocampus, our study provides new information that acute exercise has the ability to impact this important brain region,” said Dr. J. Carson…
Read MoreHOW TO UPGRADE YOUR SKIN CARE ROUTINE BEFORE SCHOOL STARTS
Before the first homeroom bell of this school year rings, it’s time to upgrade your skin care routine. Beginning the semester with an upgraded and improved skin care routine might be just what you need to start off the year on the right foot. From a moisturizer with SPF to protect against UV rays to a deep-cleaning clay mask to minimize the appearance of pores, frankly, we think there are a few things missing from that school supply list. Keep reading to help upgrade your skin care routine before school…
Read MoreThis Is Why John Stamos’ Wife Got ‘Hammered’ Before Giving Birth
Their son William “Billy” Christopher is now a year old, but John Stamos and his wife Caitlin McHugh Stamos won’t soon forget the memorable way he entered the world. “It all started when [Caitlin] had contractions, [but then] we went to the doctor and he said, ‘It’s not ready, why don’t you go home and have a glass of wine?’” Stamos tells PEOPLE for The Beautiful Issue, on newsstands Friday. “She normally doesn’t drink, and hadn’t drank for nine months … she had one glass of wine and she was hammered,” he jokes of his wife. Recalls…
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