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Do Hospitals Treat Delirium Tremens with Alcohol?

Alcoholic Beverages, Drug & Alcohol Treatment, Health / October 13, 2021

Delirium Tremens (DT) or Alcohol Withdrawal Delirium (AWD) is a severe and life-threatening form of Alcohol Withdrawal. Some symptoms include visual and auditory hallucinations, tremors, vomiting, diaphoresis, and more. But can some doctors actually prescribe alcohol to those experiencing this kind of withdrawal? Yes, hospitals can and will prescribe alcohol to patients with severe alcohol […]

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Did HIV Come From Monkeys?

Health, Health Conditions, Infectious Diseases, Reproductive Health / October 13, 2021

The origin of the Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) has been quite controversial since its discovery in the 80s. It has been a source of debate among scientists. But where did it come from, and how did it get transmitted to humans? The theory is, HIV was transferred to humans from chimpanzees in the 1920s. It

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Who Developed the First Pregnancy Test?

Family, Health, History, Reproductive Health, Women's Health / October 10, 2021

Have you ever wondered how early civilizations determined their pregnancy status without using a modern-day pregnancy kit? According to an ancient Egyptian manuscript translated by experts at the University of Copenhagen reveals an outdated method of determining the sex of a baby and a woman’s pregnancy through the sprouting of grains. Egyptian papyrus manuscripts dated

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How Well Did Johnson & Johnson Handle the Tylenol Crisis?

Crime & Justice, Drugs & Medications, Law & Government / October 10, 2021

Tylenol was first introduced in 1955 by McNeil Laboratories. It was first sold as an Elixir for Children, but today, millions of people use it. But did you know about the Tylenol crisis that changed the way we consume medication today? The Tylenol murders occurred in 1982. During this time, Johnson & Johnson recalled 31

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Did Doctors Downplay Postpartum Infections?

Health, Health Education & Medical Training, Medical Procedures / October 4, 2021

The findings of physicians Oliver Wendell Holmes and Ignaz Philip Semmelweiss emphasized the need for cleanliness to decrease postpartum infections. The pair were faced with questioning and rejection from many esteemed medical practitioners. But were they right? Despite the studies done by Oliver Holmes and Ignaz Semmelweiss, the general disbelief of physicians to the significance

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What is the Kuru Disease?

Health, Health Conditions / October 1, 2021

According to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), a rare disease is classified as one that affects 200,000 people or less. When you think about it, that can cover such a broad number of diseases. The Kuru disease is on the top three of the list, but what is it exactly, and how does one

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How Long Does It Take A Person to Fall Asleep?

Health, Health Conditions, Sleep Disorders / September 29, 2021

Several people struggle with sleeping disorders. In fact, about 20% of adults struggle with chronic insomnia. But how long does it take for a regular person to fall asleep? The proper bedtime routine can take an average person 10 to 20 minutes to fall asleep. If you are having a harder dozing off, you have

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What is Sleep Paralysis?

Health, Health Conditions, Mental Health / September 21, 2021

Have you ever experienced being alert and seemingly awake in your dreams but are unable to move or make a sound while a terrifying hallucination takes over? As scary as it might seem, this is a legitimate concern for many. Sleep paralysis is when your body cannot move while you are in a lucid dreaming

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How was Metformin Discovered?

Diabetes, Endocrine Conditions, Health, Health Conditions / September 20, 2021

According to the World Health Organization, the number of individuals who have diabetes rose from 108 million to 422 million in the past 50 years. The disease is a major cause of blindness, kidney failure, heart attacks, and amputation. Although a healthy lifestyle can help maintain a normal blood sugar level, diabetes can be treated

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What Happened to Franz Kafka?

Health Conditions, Literary Classics / September 15, 2021

Franz Kafka’s brilliance was acknowledged worldwide years after his death. Although short-lived, Franz Kafka produced many literary works that continue to influence writers in various genres. His legacy lives on with his compositions. Many would wonder about the great author. Unfortunately, Franz Kafka suffered from laryngeal tuberculosis. He was struggling to eat or drink due

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