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How long does eye dilation take to wear off?

How long does eye dilation take to wear off?

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Brain immune cells may protect against OCD, anxiety

Brain immune cells may protect against OCD, anxiety

Over the last decade, scientists have been discovering that microglia, a type of immune cell that resides in the brain, do more than respond to illness and infection. New research suggests a novel treatment for OCD and anxiety. Now, new research in mice has linked the dysfunction of microglia of a particular genetic lineage to […]

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Failed dementia drug gets a second chance

Failed dementia drug gets a second chance

Biogen, a multinational biotechnology company, and Eisai, a Japanese pharmaceutical company, are planning to file for Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approval for an Alzheimer’s drug that had mixed results in clinical trials. Can this controversial medication offer fresh hope to millions of people worldwide? A multinational biotech company will push for the regulation of […]

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Celiac disease: New treatment shows promise in trial

Celiac disease: New treatment shows promise in trial

New research presents the results of a trial that used nanoparticles to increase tolerance to gluten in people with celiac disease. People with celiac disease currently have to avoid products that contain gluten, such as bread and pasta. Celiac disease is an autoimmune condition affecting 1 in 141 people in the United States, and up […]

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Do stress-related disorders raise the risk of infections?

Do stress-related disorders raise the risk of infections?

Having a diagnosis of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) or another stress-related condition may increase the risk of acquiring certain infections, according to a new study. People with a stress-related condition may be predisposed to infections. Despite what some 17th century philosophers taught us, our minds and bodies are not separate entities. In fact, modern scientific […]

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More Teens Learning to Drive in Safer Conditions

More Teens Learning to Drive in Safer Conditions

Latest Healthy Kids News THURSDAY, Oct. 24, 2019 (HealthDay News) — Could America’s roads become safer in the future? Maybe. A new online survey involving just over 1,400 participants showed that a growing number of American teens are getting their driver’s license before age 18, which means more of them are learning to drive under […]

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Ofloxacin (Ocuflox) vs. Levofloxacin (Levaquin)

Ofloxacin (Ocuflox) vs. Levofloxacin (Levaquin)

What are the side effects of ofloxacin vs. levofloxacin? Ofloxacin The most common side effects of ofloxacin include: Allergic reactions have been described, such as hives and anaphylaxis (shock). Other important side effects include symptoms of nervous system stimulation, such as: Ofloxacin may cause low or high blood sugar levels especially in people with diabetes […]

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abacavir, lamivudine, zidovudine (Trizivir)

abacavir, lamivudine, zidovudine (Trizivir)

What is abacavir, lamivudine, zidovudine, and how does it work (mechanism of action)? What are the side effects of abacavir, lamivudine, zidovudine? What is the dosage for abacavir, lamivudine, zidovudine? Is abacavir, lamivudine, zidovudine safe to take if I’m pregnant or breastfeeding? What else should I know about abacavir, lamivudine, zidovudine? What is abacavir, lamivudine, […]

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altretamine (Hexalen)

altretamine (Hexalen)

What is altretamine, and what is it used for? Altretamine is an oral drug that is used to treat ovarian cancer. The precise mechanism by which altretamine exerts its anti-cancer effect is unknown. It was approved by the FDA in 1990. What brand names are available for altretamine? Hexalen Is altretamine available as a generic […]

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Sleep allows immune cells to do maintenance work on the brain

Sleep allows immune cells to do maintenance work on the brain

Studies have shown that during sleep, the brain reactualizes, updating memories, and clearing up “waste.” New research in mouse models suggests that specialized immune cells keep the brain in good working order by maintaining it during sleep. New research in mice shows that immune cells are better able to perform maintenance work on the brain […]