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Scientists coaxed the development of this muscle cell from an adult stem cell.

E-cigarettes may be as addictive as traditional ones American Chemical Society | July 22, 2015
Studying the kind of nicotine in e-cigs could help scientists and regulators understand the devices' potential health risks.

Do I Need Cataract Surgery? W. Gifford-Jones, MD and Diana Gifford-Jones | July 20, 2015
There’s no sure way to prevent cataracts. But decreasing exposure to sunlight by wearing sunglasses, eating fruits and vegetables is believed helpful

Readers’ Reaction to Self-Inflicted Disease W. Gifford-Jones, MD and Diana Gifford-Jones | July 20, 2015
Improving lifestyle is really not that complicated. It all boils down to common sense. Unfortunately, in 2015, common sense has become an uncommon commodity.

Constant glucose monitoring and frequent insulin injections could someday be replaced with an "artificial pancreas" for people with Type 1 diabetes.

In addition to sunblock, swimsuits and towels, hitting the beach could require hand sanitizer.

Surgery for Swinging-Door Heart Valves W. Gifford-Jones, MD and Diana Gifford-Jones | July 6, 2015
How mitral valve prolapse is treated depends on several factors. The great majority of patients with MVP have no idea it is present and normally do not need surgery.

The Darkness Hormone W. Gifford-Jones, MD and Diana Gifford-Jones | July 4, 2015
There are several prescription drugs for insomnia. But it makes more sense to try a natural remedy first. They have been tested by tincture of time and safer than prescription drugs.

How Necessary Are Dental X-Rays? W. Gifford-Jones, MD and Diana Gifford-Jones | June 23, 2015
Radiation isn't like an infection that's cured by antibiotics. Rather, radiation is cumulative and, like an elephant, our bodies never forget the amount received during a lifetime.

Wine-making shortcut gives bubbly a fruitier aroma American Chemical Society | June 17, 2015
Sparkling wine gets a fruity boost with the help of a yeast product.

On the road to needle-free medicine American Chemical Society | June 17, 2015
Scientists are working to make needles obsolete.

Toward nanorobots that swim through blood to deliver drugs (video) American Chemical Society | June 17, 2015
Patients could one day benefit from swimming nanorobots that deliver drugs where they're needed.

Burnout 101 for Caregivers W. Gifford-Jones, MD and Diana Gifford-Jones | June 16, 2015
The physical task facing caregivers can be overwhelming. But according to experts it's the mental toll that is more likely to bring caregivers to their knees.

“Do not let your hearts be troubled. You believe in God; believe also in me"

After two hours, special nanoparticles accumulated in cancer cells in mice and destroyed most of the tumor within a day

Tackling chronic sinusitis by addressing underlying factors American Chemical Society | June 10, 2015
Researchers are working on a new compound to treat chronic sinusitis.

Want to Be a Millionaire? W. Gifford-Jones, MD and Diana Gifford-Jones | June 8, 2015
Those who abuse their bodies with tobacco, drugs and alcohol cost us billions of dollars a year. This is bad enough, but to reward them for their folly is utter madness.

Alzheimer's Next Chapter

Are Calcium Pills Killing us? W. Gifford-Jones, MD and Diana Gifford-Jones | June 1, 2015
All researchers believe it’s best to get calcium from dietary sources. But if a dietary deficiency exists, don’t stop calcium supplements as it’s now possible to protect bones from osteoporosis and your heart from calcium infiltration

Why Americans can’t buy some of the best sunscreens American Chemical Society | May 27, 2015
Hazy Outlook for U.S. Sunscreen Users

A multi-tasking stent can measure blood flow, take temperature readings, release drugs and dissolve when it's no longer needed.

Picky Eaters: The Terror of Being Invited To Dinner W. Gifford-Jones, MD and Diana Gifford-Jones | May 25, 2015
Obsessive Compulsory Disease (OCD)

Experimental Ebola treatment boosts survival in mice American Chemical Society | May 20, 2015
Scientists have found compounds that fought off Ebola infections in mice.

Do You Need a CT Scan? W. Gifford-Jones, MD and Diana Gifford-Jones | May 18, 2015
If a doctor has invested in his own CT scanner, studies show he will use it more often.

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Can't resist finishing that burger? Researchers are developing a compound that could help control appetite.

How used coffee-grounds could make some food more healthful American Chemical Society | May 13, 2015
Extracts from leftover coffee grounds are full of antioxidants

There’s A Sucker Born Every Minute W. Gifford-Jones, MD and Diana Gifford-Jones | May 13, 2015
North Americans have been programmed for illness. Today, a well person is someone who hasn’t seen enough T.V. ads, been examined by enough doctors and had enough tests done.

A step toward avoiding the dreaded chocolate ‘bloom’ American Chemical Society | May 6, 2015
New research could help keep chocolates looking flawless for longer.

Thermometer-like device could help diagnose heart attacks American Chemical Society | May 6, 2015
A simple, thermometer-like device could make diagnosing heart attacks easier in remote or low-income locations.

Put Them in Prison to Find Out About Blood Cholesterol W. Gifford-Jones, MD and Diana Gifford-Jones | May 3, 2015
Having one idea that is wrong is dangerous. It’s also wrong to forget that the first rule of medicine is “to do no harm”.

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