Endocrinology.In the brain, aromatase transforms testosterone, a hormone that drives sexual activity in males, into estradiol, which is a type of estrogen.Scientists have shown that estrogens are important for the control of reproductive function in both sexes. In addition, estrogens are critical for functional and organizational roles in brain development and adult behavior.To determine whether…
recent report provides encouraging results for a vaccine candidate under development in Russia, but there are still no data showing that any vaccine can prevent COVID-19. It could be months, if not years, before a vaccine reaches the general population.In the meantime, however, scientists are busy looking for an effective treatment to mitigate symptoms or,…
Share on PinterestA recent study concludes that a common type of drug might accelerate cognitive decline.Anticholinergic drugs block the action of acetylcholine, a chemical messenger that controls a range of automatic bodily functions and plays a vital role in memory and attention.Doctors prescribe these drugs for a variety of conditions, including urinary incontinence, overactive bladder,…
Share on PinterestResearch suggests that Medicare coverage of hormone therapy varies widely, depending on the purpose of the drug.Gender-affirming therapy and surgery can each have important positive effects on the quality of life for transgender individuals, as research has shown.Anecdotal evidence and nationwide surveys also support this conclusion.For example, according to a recent Trevor Project…
Share on PinterestA recent study looked at the relationship between anxiety and the thyroid gland.Most people have brief periods of anxiety from time to time, such as when they experience stressful situations in which the outcome is unknown. For many individuals, however, anxiety is an acute, frequent, and persistent emotional state that adversely affects quality…
Published: December 16, 2025, 4:40 pm Ukrop’s Homestyle Foods LLC of Richmond, VA, announced today that it is recalling four varieties of its decorated pound cakes because of an undeclared soy allergen. A cake releasing agent containing soy was used to prevent sticking for the cakes listed below only. These products may contain soy, a
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