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We are pursuing the dream of eternal life. We fast to stay healthy. And each year, we spend billions of kroner on treatment to make sure we stay alive. But some people turn 100 years old all by themselves. Why is that? Researchers from the Novo Nordisk Foundation Center for Protein Research at the University of Copenhagen have set out to find the answer. Studying 176 healthy Japanese centenarians, the researchers learned that the combination of intestinal bacteria and bacterial viruses of these people is quite unique. We are always eager to find out why some people live extremely long lives. Previous research has shown that the intestinal bacteria of old Japanese citizens produce brand new molecules that make them resistant to pathogenic – that is, disease-promoting – microorganisms. And if their intestines are better protected against infection, well, then that is probably one of the things that cause them to live longer than others." Postdoc Joachim Johansen, f

SINGAPORE - Six people have been hospitalised following outbreaks of gastroenteritis at MindChamps pre-schools in Changi Airport, Tanglin and Bishan. A total of 89 people – 79 children and 10 staff – reported having gastroenteritis symptoms after eating food prepared by Nosh Cuisine between May 17 and 29, according to a joint statement by the Ministry of Health, Singapore Food Agency (SFA) and Early Childhood Development Agency on Tuesday evening. Those hospitalised are in stable condition, while the rest of those affected have sought outpatient treatment, self-medicated, or recovered without treatment, the authorities added. The outbreak at the Tanglin pre-school affected 45 children and five teachers, while at the MindChamps pre-school in Changi Airport Terminal 3, 28 children and five staff fell ill. Six children at the MindChamps pre-school in Bishan were affected. SFA has suspended Nosh Cuisine's food business operations from Tuesday until further notice, in view of

Coping With Psoriasis Social media star Rosie Daniels, 23, shared that her body was once covered in red, scaly patches from psoriasis. After learning to manage her symptoms and going through the "hardest time," her skin is now clear. The journey affected her mental health, but she says she now feels stronger. She said it was The "best thing" to happen to her. Psoriasis is a chronic skin condition that causes red, itchy patches to develop on the skin. It's more likely to impact your lower back, elbows, knees, legs, face, palms, soles of your feet, and the scalp. Topical treatments are widely used to manage psoriasis-related symptoms, while injections and phototherapy are also options. Some coping mechanisms to help psoriasis patients manage their mental health involve breathing exercises, relaxing their muscles, and turning negative thoughts into positive ones. Rosie Daniels, 23, shocked her social media followers when she showed video of her body completely cov

Avian influenza has been detected in a migratory bird in Western Alaska. On Thursday, May 25, scientists found the first casualty from the highly pathogenic avian influenza. It was a cackling goose. "So it is here in the Yukon Delta again, we did find a bird that succumbed to avian influenza with all the normal signs of the neurological disorders. When they sat around and then next day being dead, looking like he's just sleeping on a pond. So we've had our first casualty detected," says Bryan Daniels, lead waterfowl biologist at the Yukon Delta National Wildlife Refuge. Daniels advises hunters to cook their game to at least 265 degrees to kill any viruses that might be in the meat. He also wants to remind hunters to practice basic sanitary practices. This includes washing your hands after you handle the game first. No eating, smoking, or chewing until after you do so. You don't want to be putting anything in or near your mouth. "From birds that may be affecte

Melasma spots are usually coffee-coloured or tending to grey, irregularly shaped, and are most frequent in the so-called T-zone (forehead, nose and chin) as well as on the cheekbones and upper lip. They are different from moles because not only are they not raised, but they usually appear very small and then enlarge over time (nearby spots tend to join and form larger ones). They are asymptomatic and typically worsen after sun exposure precisely because those areas, richer in melanin, tend to tan more than others. In addition to the face, they can also appear on other areas such as the arms and neck. The most recent medical research provides very interesting data on the disease. Those most affected by melasma are female and of childbearing age or during pregnancy. This is because the dysfunction seems to result directly from the action of particular hormones such as oestrogen and the intake of certain contraceptive drugs. Genetics and belonging to certain ethnic gr

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Show Caption Hide Caption 'The Mandalorian': Grogu and his armored dad face their evolving dynamic in Season 3 Pedro Pascal's space dad and Grogu return for a third season of Disney+'s 'The Mandalorian,' a Star Wars show about identity and parenthood. Scott L. Hall, USA TODAY Pedro Pascal fans can be a bit too handsy. "The Last of Us" actor, 48, sat down with fellow actors Jeff Bridges, Kieran Culkin, Damson Idris, Michael Imperioli and Evan Peters for a roundtable discussion with The Hollywood Reporter on Wednesday to discuss drama acting. The group's conversation turned to fan encounters they've had with their viewers, to which Pascal seemed to top. Pascal recalled that after "Game of Thrones" fans saw his character Oberyn Martell's brutal death in Season 4, fans began to recreate the scene in which Martell's eyes

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Introduction Oral candidiasis is one of the most common oral white lesions. This lesion is caused by the fungus Candida sp and Candida albicans is the most common infecting fungal species. Usually, this fungus is a commensal microorganism in the oral cavity but can become a pathogen under certain conditions. 1,2 The appearance of oral candidiasis is white to yellowish plaques that can be scrapped and leave an erythematous region, with a slightly higher in margin on the surface of the mucosa. Oral candidiasis can occur on all surfaces of the oral cavity, such as the labial mucosa, buccal mucosa, hard palate, and soft palate, and also spread to the oropharynx. 1–3 Oral candidiasis can be caused by various factors, namely local and systemic factors, including poor oral hygiene, chronic local irritation, long-term corticosteroid use, xerostomia, severe blood dyscrasias, head and neck area radiation, systemic disorders such as iron deficiency anemia, diabetes mellitus, impairment of

Bookmark 1. Spironolactone showed more effective improvement in acne at 12 and 24 weeks after treatment initiation as compared with the placebo. Evidence Rating Level :1 (Excellent) Acne is highly prevalent in adolescents and can persist into adulthood. The first-line management of mild to moderate acne typically involves a combination of topical preparations containing retinoids, benzoyl peroxide, or antibiotics. One-third of patients seeking treatment for acne receive long oral antibiotic rouses (>28 days), which presents a concern for developing antibiotic resistance. Spironolactone, a potassium-sparing diuretic, may be a much-needed alternative to oral antibiotics given its anti-androgenic properties. The Spironolactone for Adult Female Acne (SAFA) trial aimed to assess whether spironolactone improves acne in women compared with placebo.  From 10 centers in England and Wales, 407 eligible women – aged 18 years or over with facial acne for at least six months t

A breastfeeding woman is diagnosed with tinea corporis involving her chest, breasts, and abdomen. She would like to pursue treatment with both oral and topical medications and is wondering what oral medication would be safest for breastfeeding. She also asks you if she can continue to breastfeed her infant. What advice should you give this patient? The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends exclusive breastfeeding for the first 6 months of life. 1 Many women become discouraged when a clinician advises them to pump and dump or take a break from breastfeeding when taking certain medications or if they develop an infection. Clinicians may not realize that any pauses in breastfeeding can dramatically decrease breastmilk supply. There are very few scenarios when a physician should discourage breastfeeding or advise a patient to discard expressed breastmilk. The case patient should be counseled about the contagious nature of tinea corporis. Specifically, she should be advi

The following is a summary of "Frequency of Helicobacter pylori in Patients With Rheumatoid Arthritis Whose Methotrexate Was Stopped Due to Gastrointestinal Intolerance," published in the March 2023 issue of Rheumatology by Guloksuz, et al. For a study, researchers sought to compare the frequency of Helicobacter pylori infection among patients with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) who experienced methotrexate (MTX)-related gastrointestinal system (GIS) intolerance and those without intolerance; second, to identify factors associated with MTX-related GIS intolerance. The study analyzed data from 9,756 patients with RA who sought medical care between January 2011 and December 2020. MTX-related GIS intolerance was defined as the discontinuation of MTX due to dyspeptic symptoms despite supportive measures, and it was observed in 1,742 (31.3%) out of 5,572 MTX users. A total of 390 patients who underwent at least one gastroscopic evaluation were included in the final analysis. The

Are you feeling under the weather and wondering if you might have a bacterial disease ? Well, look no further! This blog post will provide you with all the essential information about bacterial infections; from their symptoms and causes to treatment options and prevention strategies. So sit back and let's dive into everything there is to know about bacterial diseases! Symptoms of Bacterial Infections Bacterial diseases can cause a wide range of symptoms, depending on the type of infection and the parts of the body affected.  The most common symptoms include: The symptoms of a bacterial disease vary depending on the type of infection.  Skin infections may cause redness, swelling, pain or pus.  Respiratory tract infections may cause coughing, chest pain, shortness of breath or fever.  Sexually transmitted diseases may cause itching, burning, painful urination or dis

If you've been using topical corticosteroids to manage your psoriasis and want to cut back on them, your dermatologist may suggest a vitamin D analogue. These synthetic forms of vitamin D, which are applied as a cream or ointment, may improve the health and appearance of your skin. They work by helping to "decrease scaling by stopping skin cells from multiplying," explains Stephanie Saxton-Daniels, M.D., a board-certified dermatologist with Westlake Dermatology in Dallas. Here's a closer look at how the treatment works, who it can help, and whether it's right for you. How Topical Vitamin D Works for Psoriasis Psoriasis is chronic autoimmune condition that causes skin inflammation, and is typically marked by thick, scaly, red or silvery skin patches. It occurs when the immune system becomes overactive and attacks healthy skin cells, according to the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD). The body responds to these attacks by making more and more healthy skin cells