LocalHealthGuide - Part 189

Scanning electron micrograph of a human T lymphocyte (also called a T cell) from the immune system of a healthy donor. Credit: NIAID

April 17, 2019 Biotechnology / Genetics

Gene therapy restores immunity in infants with ‘bubble boy’ disease

A small clinical trial has shown that gene therapy can safely correct the immune systems of infants newly diagnosed with a rare, inherited disorder.

April 17, 2019 Marijuana

WEED Like You to Get Home Safe: this Weekend & Always

Driving while high increases your chance of getting in a crash, and becomes even more dangerous when combined with alcohol use

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April 17, 2019 Fitness

Workplace Wellness Programs Barely Move The Needle, Study Finds

Wellness programs failed to make a difference in health measures, such as improved blood sugar, blood pressure or how much employers spent on health care.

April 17, 2019 Skin

Seven myths and truths about healthy skin

Here are some of the most commonly shared myths that can be cleared up immediately, and some truths you can rely on.

April 16, 2019 Salmonella

Salmonella outbreak sickens 4 in Washington state

Outbreak of Salmonella Newport infections linked to frozen, ground raw tuna from Jensen Tuna.

April 16, 2019 Biotechnology / Research

UW protein design group wins $45 million award

“We hope to attract the best and brightest in the world to the institute to work on what we believe is going to be a protein-design revolution.”

April 16, 2019 Brain and Nervous System

Want to learn a new skill? Take some short breaks

Our brains may solidify the memories of new skills we just practiced a few seconds earlier by taking a short rest.

April 16, 2019 Fitness

Running? Here’s what you need to know about shoes

Whether you’re a newbie or a pro, a good pair of shoes can protect your feet and keep you running.

April 16, 2019 Fitness / Heart and Circulatory System

Mid-life resting heart rate of 75 plus beats/minute linked to doubling in early death risk

Resting heart rate changes with age, with lower rates indicative of better cardiovascular fitness.

April 15, 2019 Health News

Southern States Slowly Embracing Harm Reduction to Curb Opioid Epidemic

in the Bible Belt, many Southerners who held conservative views often criticized harm reduction as something that encouraged — not ended — the use of drugs.