MNT daily newsletter - April 29, 2020

Welcome, here are Medical News Todayâs headlines for April 29, 2020.

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Asthma

What are the different types of asthma?
Asthma causes the airways to become inflamed, reducing the amount of air that can pass in and out. There are several different types of asthma. Learn more here.

Biology / Biochemistry

Severe COVID-19: Study investigates a possible underlying mechanism
A new study has found a possible link between increased levels of a specific extracellular formation in the blood and the severity of COVID-19.

Dermatology

Does garlic work for acne?
Garlic contains antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory compounds that could help treat acne. Read on to learn more about garlic's potential as an acne treatment.

How to treat cystic acne on the back
What are the best ways to get rid of cystic acne on the back? Learn about treatments and home remedies to remove and prevent cystic acne on the back.

Can lemon help with treating acne?
Lemon contains plant compounds that may help prevent and treat acne. Read on to discover the efficacy and safety of lemon as an acne treatment.

What to know about hyperpigmentation acne
Hyperpigmentation acne occurs when a dark spot appears in place of a pimple that has disappeared. It is due to an overproduction of melanin. Learn more here.

Causes and treatments for chronic yeast infections
Chronic yeast infections can occur on different parts of the body. Learn the causes of these infections, as well as some tips on treatment and prevention.

Diabetes

Can a person with diabetes eat millets?
Millets are small-grained cereals that may help control blood glucose. Read on to discover how millets may help a person manage diabetes.

Emergency Medicine

Who is really on the front line of the COVID-19 pandemic?
Kyle Briggs is a physician assistant in the US. Here, he talks about being in a team dealing with the sickest patients in the hospital, and he has a powerful message for us all.

Medical Devices / Diagnostics

Does Medicare cover MRI scans?
Medicare may cover 80% of the cost of an MRI scan. The amount a person must pay will vary depending on where they receive the test. Learn more here.

Men's Health

COVID-19: Are the testes really a coronavirus reservoir?
Does the novel coronavirus build up in the testes? Here, we take a critical look at the new theory that the testes act as a reservoir for SARS-CoV-2.

Mental Health

What is foreign accent syndrome?
Foreign accent syndrome causes a person to speak with an accent that sounds like someone from a different country or region. Learn more here.

Nutrition / Diet

How does green coffee bean extract work?
This article provides a review of green coffee bean extract, a popular weight loss, and health supplement. It looks at the health benefits, research, risks, and dosage.

Pediatrics / Children's Health

18-month sleep regression: What it is and management
The 18-month sleep regression is when an infant's sleep habits begin to change. They may stay up later or have trouble falling asleep. Learn more here.

Primary Care

What is occupational therapy? Everything you need to know.
Occupational therapy is a branch of healthcare that focuses on helping people perform everyday activities, usually after a change in their physical or mental health.

Public Health

'Itâs really a hard time right now,' says Chicago nurse looking after COVID-19 patients
Medical News Today recently spoke with a nurse who has gone from working on psychiatric wards to looking after people with COVID-19.

Sexual Health / STDs

What causes genital sores in females?
What are female genital sores, and what are the main causes? This article looks at the causes, their symptoms, and some treatment and prevention methods.