Medical News Today


Welcome to today's MNT newsletter, bringing you the most recent headlines and updated stories from our team of expert writers.

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Alcohol / Addiction / Illegal Drugs
Low-to-moderate alcohol consumption may protect against cognitive decline
New research suggests that low-to-moderate alcohol consumption may reduce cognitive decline in adults of middle age and older.


Back Pain
What to know about a pinched nerve in the upper back
What are the causes of a pinched nerve in the upper back? Learn about the causes, symptoms, and treatments, as well as how to prevent and manage the condition.


Bones / Orthopedics
Everything you need to know about the mesomorph body type
What is a mesomorph body type? Learn about the characteristics of this body type and the best diets and workout routines for people with this body type.


Depression
What to know about pseudodementia
Pseudodementia is a set of symptoms that mimic those of dementia, but they have other underlying causes. The cause is usually depression. Learn more here.
What to know about animal therapy
Animal therapy, or pet therapy, refers to the use of animals as a way to help people cope with and recover from some physical and mental health conditions. Learn more.
6 natural antidepressants: Are they effective?
Learn more about 6 natural antidepressants and how effective they are. We also discuss other treatments, how to prevent depression, and when to see a doctor.


Dermatology
What can cause lips to turn blue?
Blue lips can indicate a medical emergency. A person can learn more about the potential causes of blue lips and when to seek help, here.


Flu / Cold / SARS
Hopeful COVID-19 research: Testing new vaccines, repurposing old ones
Every couple of weeks, we look for 'Hope Behind the Headlines.' In this feature, two doses of a new vaccine fight the new coronavirus in pigs, and more.


Mental Health
Racial minorities experience higher COVID-19-related discrimination
According to new research, non-Hispanic Black American and Asian American people take the brunt of the discrimination associated with COVID-19 risk.


Neurology / Neuroscience
Light sleeper: Meaning, remedies, and when to see a doctor
A light sleeper may awaken from sleep easily and not go through complete sleep cycles. Learn about the possible causes of being a light sleeper and the treatment options.


Osteoporosis
What are normal vitamin D levels?
Vitamin D is a vital nutrient for bone health. Learn the normal vitamin D levels in the blood for children, adults, and older adults.


Pregnancy / Obstetrics
Is it possible to get pregnant from oral sex?
Can you get pregnant from swallowing sperm? Read on to discover why oral sex is very unlikely to result in pregnancy. Also, learn the truth behind other sex myths.


Public Health
Increasing diversity in clinical trials: What can doctors, regulators, and patients do?
What can doctors, patients, and regulators do to ensure the clinical trials accurately reflect our diverse societies? MNT investigates.
The Recovery Room: News beyond the pandemic
Medical News Today's Recovery Room is the place to find 10 recent stories that you may have missed amid all the COVID-19 fervor.n
Does hydroxychloroquine cut COVID-19 mortality? Expert urges caution
A retrospective observational study shows that hydroxychloroquine cut mortality in COVID-19 patients. But our expert points out weaknesses in the research.