Category: Latest Medical Research Articles
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Tackling Climate Change Now Can Prevent 83 Million Excess Deaths, Study Finds
We all understand that climate change can have a disastrous effect on the planet. A 2020 report from the Lancet cited climate change as the biggest global public health threat of the century. We need to act now if we want to protect the health of our planet as well as longevity. In fact, a new study has…
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Are Black Women’s Hair Products Giving Them Cancer?
According to various studies, black women around the globe have the poorest outcome and the shortest survival rates from cancer (1). While there are different theories as to why black women’s cancer statistics are so shocking, one of the most prominent ones is the use of beauty products. In fact, over the years, researchers have suggested…
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Biodx Becomes The First South African Biotech to Achieve EU Biocidal Registration
A South African biotech company has received approval from the European Union (EU). The company manufactures disinfectants with 99.987% efficacy against SARS-CoV-2 (Covid-19). At the end of a very long, and expensive five years of testing and following a laborious, strict application process, Biodx has finally achieved EU registration for their b bioactive™ (DECONT-X™) disinfectant technology.…
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Scientists Hopeful Rooibos Can Deliver An Olympic Performance
The Tokyo Olympic Games are well underway with teams from all over the world vying for medals. Some scientists from South Africa are watching the games with a keen eye. They’ve been investigating to what extent the natural benefits of Rooibos could enhance athletes’ physical performance. New Studies on Rooibos New studies show that Rooibos…
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Dr Omar Massoud Explains Why Early Testing for Hepatitis C Is Important
Tuesday, July 27, 2021, CLEVELAND, Ohio: Early testing and treatment for Hepatitis C could help 71 million people worldwide living with the disease. It will also help prevent long-term health issues such as liver disease and cancer, says an expert at a top American hospital, Cleveland Clinic, ahead of World Hepatitis Day on July 28. Dr. Omar Massoud,…
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Benzene: The Cancer Causing Chemical Found in Johnson & Johnson Sunscreens
[vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” row_border_radius=”none” row_border_radius_applies=”bg” overlay_strength=”0.3″ gradient_direction=”left_to_right” shape_divider_position=”bottom” bg_image_animation=”none”][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” bg_image_animation=”none”][vc_column_text]Regardless of whether the sun is shining bright, or hiding behind winter clouds, you need to use sunscreen every day. Sunscreen is…
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Breast Cancer: Dr. Justus Apffelstaedt Breaks It Down
According to a study done by the World Health Organisation, in 2020, there were 2.3 million women diagnosed with breast cancer and 685 000 deaths globally. As of the end of 2020, there were 7.8 million women alive who were diagnosed with breast cancer in the past 5 years, making it the world’s most prevalent…
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This Immune System ‘Clock’ Can Predict Your Longevity
[vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” row_border_radius=”none” row_border_radius_applies=”bg” overlay_strength=”0.3″ gradient_direction=”left_to_right” shape_divider_position=”bottom” bg_image_animation=”none”][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” bg_image_animation=”none”][vc_column_text]How well are you aging? You might answer this question by counting the wrinkles on your face or by checking how strong…
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Suffering From Painful Migraines? Study Says This Diet Can Help
[vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” row_border_radius=”none” row_border_radius_applies=”bg” overlay_strength=”0.3″ gradient_direction=”left_to_right” shape_divider_position=”bottom” bg_image_animation=”none”][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” bg_image_animation=”none”][vc_column_text]Migraines are the third most common disease in the world, with chronic migraines affecting almost 2% of the population. Yes, some people…
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Research Reveals 5 Ways To Protect Your Brain Health
In the past year of Covid-19 restrictions have drastically changed our daily routines. Lee Chambers, Environmental Psychologist, and Wellbeing Consultant suggests five activities to counteract the harmful effects of lockdown on our brain health. The impact of lockdown on our brain After months of isolation and reduced social interaction, Audley Villages commissioned a study into…