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Thalidomide is a medication with several different effects, one of which is promoting sleep in the context of insomnia. In a new study, researchers from the University of Tsukuba have discovered that thalidomide exerts its hypnotic effects through mechanisms distinct from those for the drug’s notorious teratogenicity. Thalidomide was first marketed under the trade name Contergan in the late 1950’s […] A study of interim data from two hospitals in an early US COVID-19 hotspot, to be presented at the ESCMID Conference on Coronavirus Disease (ECCVID, held online 23-25 September), shows that race and ethnicity were not significantly associated with higher in-hospital COVID-19 mortality, and that rates of moderate, severe, and critical forms of COVID-19 were similar between racial and ethnic […] Kim Kardashian West's SKIMS maternity collection hasn't even launched yet (it's set to drop September 16), but it's already causing its fair share of controversy online. In an instagram post shared on Saturday, Kardashian West revealed the new maternity line. "Introducing Maternity Solutionwear that offers the best in comfort and support for your changing body during and after pregnancy," she […] Last week, data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) revealed that only 6% of people who died of COVID-19 actually have COVID-19 on their death certificate. This has led to accusations that the agency has “back-pedalled” on the number of deaths caused by COVID-19. The conspiracy theory spread over the weekend, with “Only 6%” trending widely on […] Coco Rocha is doing what she does best: turning heads! The pregnant supermodel closed out the Christian Siriano show as part of New York Fashion Week on Thursday, showing off her baby bump on the makeshift outdoor runway as attendees sat farther apart than they normally would, practicing social distancing amid the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. Rocha, 32, strutted her stuff […] Why do pregnancies last longer in some species than others? Researchers at the Francis Crick Institute have found the clock that sets the speed of embryonic development and discovered the mechanism is based on how proteins are made and dismantled. The study, published in Science, could also help us understand how different mammals evolved from one another and help refine […] As pumpkin spice season draws near and many stockpile their favorite fall-scented candles, you may want to check the label before you buy your next addition. While candles help set the mood and can aid in relaxation, it’s important to make sure that they aren’t filled with harmful additives that can damage your body, according to Harper’s Bazaar. Paraffin wax […] All healthcare personnel should be immunized against vaccine preventable diseases recommended by U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (CDC/ACIP) as a condition of employment, according to a new policy statement by the Society for Healthcare Epidemiology of America. The broad statement of support of the vaccination recommendations, published in the journal Infection Control and […] Migraines affect millions of people worldwide, often lasting days and severely disrupting lives. More than simply super-intense headaches, some migraines actually result from pathological excitation of neurons in the brain. A new study in mice led by Kohichi Tanaka at Tokyo Medical and Dental University (TMDU) shows that susceptibility to migraines could be related to a molecular transporter that normally […] Many of our children play a lot of computer games. Some youths play so much and develop such substantial problems that a new diagnosis called Internet Gaming Disorder (IGD) has been proposed. A gaming disorder is characterized by causing a variety of problems in a person’s personal and work life. It can have an impact on school, work or friendships, […]
Don’t sleep on the hypnotic potential of thalidomide
Interim data from early US COVID-19 hotspot show mortality of disease were not associated with race/ethnicity
Jameela Jamil Just Called Out Shapewear for Making Pregnant Women Think They Need to 'Look Less Fat'
People Think the CDC Said 94% of COVID-19 Deaths Were Actually Caused by Something Else—but That's Not Accurate at All
Pregnant Coco Rocha Closes Out Show at NYFW by Showing Off Her Baby Bump on Runway – in a Mask!
Uncovering the clock that sets the speed of embryo development
Read this before you buy another scented candle
Epidemiologist group endorses requiring recommended vaccinations for healthcare personnel, educators and students
Potential target identified for migraine therapy
Young gamers not more prone to psychiatric disorders
