Confirmed case of rabies in Roanoke cat
ROANOKE, Va. (WDBJ) – The Roanoke City and Alleghany health districts have confirmed that a cat has tested positive for rabies. The cat was located near 11th Street NW and Moorman Avenue NW in Roanoke City, according to the health department. It…
Studies show ‘ghosts’ are worse off than victims
Few pitfalls in modern relationships are more confusing than being ghosted – but new research suggests those who are ghosted may suffer the most. Ghosting, the act of disappearing on a partner without warning, is a large-scale epidemic. A recent survey…
Scientists discover how deep sleep builds muscle, burns fat and stimulates the brain
A good night’s sleep does more than leave you feeling refreshed. During deep sleep, the body releases growth hormone, a powerful chemical messenger that helps build muscle, strengthen bones, and regulate fat metabolism. For adolescents, getting…
Alcohol doesn’t just affect neurons: It triggers immune cells to destroy the brain’s structural matrix, mouse study finds: ScienceAlert
It’s well known that alcohol has profound effects on brain function, and research shows that even low levels of the drug can damage your brain. But how does alcohol actually cause brain damage at the cellular level? In a surprising discovery…
The One Thing You Can Get at the Drugstore That Could Reduce Your Risk of Alzheimer’s Isn’t What You Think
While we all know that getting a flu shot is good for you, in reality the matter of scheduling one and taking time out of your day can sometimes seem inconvenient, especially when it seems like flu season ends sometimes as soon as it starts. But now, new…
A 26-year-old young woman felt her concerns were dismissed. Then she was diagnosed with breast cancer.
Andrea de Armas knew the sonographer thought she was overreacting. De Armas was 26 years old. She had no known family history of breast cancer. But she found a lump in her chest. Before beginning a rigorous physician assistant training program, she…
CDC to send ‘disease detective’ to help fight measles outbreak in Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania
The county, at the center of Pennsylvania’s measles outbreak, is at a distinct disadvantage because, according to local officials, it does not have its own health department and will now receive special assistance from the Centers for Disease…
If Your Poop Looks Like This, It’s Time to See a Doctor
It can be pretty crappy dealing with gut issues. Determining what is normal and what is not can be a challenge if you don’t know what to look for. Stools come in all shapes and sizes and can change shape depending on what you’re eating or…
Tofu outperformed chicken, beef and eggs in new protein analysis
A University of Cambridge researcher has ranked 20 common protein sources based on their environmental impact, nutritional value, affordability and availability. Tofu ranked first overall, followed by chia seeds, beans and quinoa. It achieved a perfect…
31-year-old mom reveals ‘unbearable’ colon cancer symptom that doctor ruled out during pregnancy
When Geraldine Levano, 31, was pregnant with her second son, acid reflux didn’t alarm her. But it got to a point where “I couldn’t even stand the pain anymore,” Levano of Houston, Texas, told TODAY.com. Working as a…