Juul has prided itself on its independence from Big Tobacco. It may not be able to much longer. The e-cigarette maker is in talks to sell a stake of the company to Altria, a person familiar with the matter tells CNBC. Earlier this fall, Juul paused efforts to raise money from private investors because of
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Our Reader Score [Total: 0 Average: 0] A recent article published in the NEJM has highlighted a first-of-its-kind success in lengthening survival for patients with aggressive breast cancer. Metastatic triple negative breast cancer is a form of an aggressive breast cancer that has spread within distant organs of the body and lacks key growth receptors that can
Scientists have suggested a way to improve treatments that use viruses to attack cancer. It exploits the fact that cancer cells need a lot of glucose and must metabolize it rapidly to survive. Cutting down cancer cells’ sugar supply could make them more vulnerable to treatment. Oncolytic viruses specifically target and enter cancer cells and
Could This Actually Be The Best Tea For Weight Loss? It’s said to increase kilojoule burn by 10%! Women’s Health | 30 November 2018 SHARE THIS ON Photograph by Freepik Oolong tea is a Chinese tea that enjoys superstar weight-loss status. Researchers showed that oolong increased kilojoule burn by 10 percent, versus green tea’s four
Our Reader Score [Total: 2 Average: 3] A recent study reviewed the effects of physical inactivity on the risk of cardiovascular disease and the environmental factors influencing a heart-healthy lifestyle among patients. Physical activity is associated with many health benefits including a decrease in the risk of mortality, greater cardiovascular health, lower occurrence of illness,
Our Reader Score [Total: 0 Average: 0] Researchers studied 1.5 million people to investigate the relationship between Alzheimer’s and heart disease. Increasing evidence from clinical trials and epidemiological studies suggests there is a link between Alzheimer’s and heart disease. The occurrence of the two diseases together is the most common cause of dementia in elderly
One of the most common reasons people put off getting their flu shot — or worse, skip it altogether — is also a misconception: that the flu shot will make you sick or even cause you to become infected with the flu virus itself. Doctors universally agree that neither is true and that getting the
John Doerr made a fortune for his venture firm through an early investment in Amazon, when it was just an online bookseller. More than two decades later, he’s betting the company is preparing for a big move into health care. Speaking at the Forbes Healthcare conference this week, Doerr said Amazon is among the best-positioned
Our Reader Score [Total: 0 Average: 0] Researchers at the Mayo Clinic in the United States recently conducted a study looking at the effect a new brain cancer treatment had on preserving cognitive function. In Canada, 27 people are diagnosed with a brain tumour every day. The average survival is less than one year, even
Our Reader Score [Total: 0 Average: 0] A recent study examined the rates of using mental health services among U.S. college students, as well as possible explanatory factors. While college mental health services are available for students, it has become an increasing concern that these may not be able to cover everyone. It has been
Fairy lights are gracing the shop windows and Michael Bublé is dominating the airwaves with his rendition of “Winter Wonderland.” The holiday season is well and truly in full swing. Taking some time for yourself can do wonders for easing holiday stress. “Are you all set for the holidays?” I’ve been asked this question three
In a new study involving people over 70 who have exercised regularly for years, scientists discovered that the participants’ hearts, lungs, and muscles were in equivalent shape to those of people in their 40s. Regular exercise could help keep the body young, new research shows. Researchers from the Human Performance Laboratory at Ball State University
Sure, unhealthy eating habits can cause everything from weight gain to sluggishness. The good news: with minimal effort, you can make up for most not-so-good food decisions… Bad food habit: You’re never not eating For you, chewing is like breathing. And since you probably lose track of how much and what you’ve eaten, all that
Our Reader Score [Total: 0 Average: 0] In a recent study, Lei and colleagues establish differential cervical cancer survival based on HPV status. Cervical cancer is a major cause of death for women across the world. Human papillomavirus, or HPV, is known to cause cervical cancer, and HPV vaccination programs have dramatically reduced the
Our Reader Score [Total: 0 Average: 0] Researchers studied whether dapagliflozin for diabetes treatment could also have beneficial effects on heart disease outcomes. Diabetes affects more than 415 million adults worldwide and continues to increase in prevalence. People with diabetes are at a higher risk of other negative outcomes from cardiovascular disease, kidney disease, and
A recent article raises important questions about the prevalence of firearms in the aging population of the United States. The authors argue that there is a vital need to discuss the relationship between dementia and guns. A recent article investigates the issue of gun ownership in an aging population. Gun ownership is a controversial topic,
Life expectancy for Americans dropped once again in 2017, as the rates of fatal opioid overdoses and suicides continued to climb. An American born in 2017 is expected to live to be 78.6 years old, according to data from the CDC’s National Center for Health Statistics. That’s one-tenth of a year lower than the previous
Certain lean proteins like chicken, beef, and pork (especially when buying organic or grass-fed) require more funds than others, but you’ll be happy to know that each healthy dinner on this list costs about $5 per serving! It’s proof that with the right combination of ingredients, high-protein meals don’t have to come at an exorbitant
Scientists have developed a promising strategy for defeating certain types of cancer cell that survive chemotherapy. New research finds a way to tackle treatment-resistant cancer cells. The team of researchers tested this new approach in a type of lung cancer in which the cells are able to evade chemotherapy. In fact, exposure to chemotherapy can
Researchers believe that certain personality traits are “healthful” because they are conducive to leading a happier, healthier life, while others are “unhealthful.” In a new study, they explain which traits are which and why. Researchers investigate what a ‘healthy personality’ looks like. To “map out” a person’s personality, psychologists will assess how they score on
Our Reader Score [Total: 0 Average: 0] A recent study, published in the International Journal of Molecular Sciences, investigated the cardioprotective effects of metformin in type 1 diabetes and heart disease. Studies have shown that patients with diabetes mellitus have a two to four-fold higher risk of developing cardiovascular disease (CVD). Diabetes mellitus is a
These righteous rituals are actually just simple eating habits you can adopt to change your body for the better. Put these gastronomic good deeds on your to-do list today… READ MORE: These Are The 20 Best Fat-Burning Foods Of All Time Say yes to beans Top your salads with half a cup of black beans
Metastatic breast cancer occurs when the cancer spreads from the breast to another part of the body. Symptoms and treatment for this stage of breast cancer are different to those of the earlier stages. Doctors may also refer to metastatic breast cancer as advanced breast cancer or stage 4 breast cancer. Many people live for
Our Reader Score [Total: 1 Average: 5] A recent study examined hydration in short sleepers and how dehydration, not just poor sleep, causes individuals to feel extremely tired. Sleep duration has been linked to a number of health outcomes, including obesity, diabetes, cardiovascular disease and chronic kidney disease. However, how sleep affects hydration status in
Endurance training, resistance training, or high-intensity interval training — what type of physical exercise will help your body to stay youthful for longer? A new study aims to answer that question. What type of training should you embrace for healthy aging? New research investigates. One key factor in cellular health is telomeres, the “safety caps”
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Amazon confirmed on Tuesday that it’s launched a project to mine data from electronic medical records, as the company pushes deeper into the health-care market. Coinciding with the Amazon Web Services re:Invent conference in Las Vegas this week, the company introduced Amazon Comprehend Medical, which “allows developers to process unstructured medical text and identify information
Diabetes can cause a range of symptoms and health issues, including hair loss. However, good blood sugar control may help reverse the effects of hair loss. Hair loss is a natural part of the hair’s life cycle. As hair reaches the final stage of the cycle, it will fall out. A new hair will typically
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