A recent study delved into how pharmacists view repurposing drugs to combat antimicrobial resistance. While many pharmacists know about this idea, they don't always support it. Those with higher degrees, like master's or PhDs, were more aware than those with B. Pharm. or Pharm. D. degrees. Surprisin
Hospital pharmacists are increasingly being acknowledged for their work with cell and gene therapies, as well as advanced therapy medicinal products (ATMPs). However, there's a lack of systematic evidence showing how effective their role really is. Let's break down what they do and why it's importan
Ever wondered how lack of sleep affects your blood pressure when you work out? Scientists decided to find out. They knew that sleep deprivation and high blood pressure can lead to heart problems, but they weren't sure about the exact effects on blood pressure during exercise. So, they conducted an e
Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass is under fire for her absence during the city's worst fire on record. Critics have compared her to Nero, the Roman emperor who allegedly played music while Rome burned. Bass was away at Ghana's presidential inauguration when the Palisades fire hit, and she faced tough qu
A federal judge in Kentucky has struck down nationwide rules put forward by President Biden’s administration that aimed to protect LGBTQ+ students from discrimination in education. The 1, 500-page regulation, which extended Title IX’s scope to cover gender identity and sexual orientation, was found
Ever heard of irisin? It's a special protein that acts as a messenger between our bones and muscles. Scientists wanted to see how long-term exercise affects irisin levels and bone health in postmenopausal women. They found that switching between aerobics and resistance exercises not only improves bo
You might think of dancing as just a fun way to pass the time, but what if it could also help lower blood pressure? That's what researchers are finding out. High blood pressure, or hypertension, is often linked to unhealthy habits. Traditional treatments involve medicine and specific exercise progra
In January 2025, the Palisades fire, one of the most devastating in Los Angeles history, pushed the city's water system to its limits. Hydrants ran dry as firefighters struggled to keep up with the demand. For hours, they had to fight the fire without help from aircraft. The Los Angeles Department o
More and more people with congenital heart disease (CHD) are getting active and might find themselves exercising at high altitudes. But how does this affect their bodies? This review looks into how short trips to high altitudes impact the heart and lungs of people with CHD during workouts. High alt
Have you ever wondered how exercise can help people with severe COPD? Well, let's dive into it! COPD, which stands for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, messes with the balance of certain immune cells in our body. These cells are called Th17 and Treg cells. When COPD is severe, these cells get
