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Welcome to this week's MNT newsletter, bringing you the headlines and updated stories of the past week from our team of expert writers. Stay informed with the latest developments in the current COVID-19 outbreak and our dedicated COVID-19 daily newsletter. |
| Blood / Hematology |
| What to know about subclavian steal syndrome Subclavian steal syndrome is a condition that affects the arteries that supply the blood to the head, neck, and arms. Learn more about it here. |
| Does Medicare cover blood tests? Original Medicare covers blood tests when ordered by a doctor. Medicare Advantage, the alternative to original Medicare, offers at least the same coverage. |
| Bones / Orthopedics |
| 12 trigger finger exercises Trigger finger is a condition that affects the tendons of the hand. It can cause finger pain and stiffness. Read on to discover some exercises that may alleviate the symptoms of trigger finger. |
| 7 of the best muscle-building protein powders Protein powders are a way of helping people build muscle and speeding up recovery for resistance and endurance training. Read about 7 top protein powders here. |
| Mattress for scoliosis: 7 options best mattress for scoliosis |
| 5 of the best exercise bikes for home In this article, we provide five examples of indoor exercise bikes, including training, folding, recumbent, and upright bikes for aerobic, low impact exercise. |
| Breast Cancer |
| 16 facts about nipples Both females and males have nipples. Nipples can aid in breastfeeding, and they can help with sexual arousal in both sexes. Learn more about nipples here. |
| Tukysa (tucatinib) Tukysa (tucatinib) is a brand-name prescription drug thatâs used to treat a certain form of advanced breast cancer. Learn about side effects, dosage, and more. |
| Depression |
| What causes mood swings in males and females? Learn more about mood swings, including what causes them in males and females, the different treatments, steps to prevent them, and when to see a doctor. |
| What to know about managing depression during lockdown What are the best ways to overcome depression during quarantine? Discover tips to help support mental health during the coronavirus pandemic and lockdown. |
| GastroIntestinal / Gastroenterology |
| What is neurocysticercosis? Neurocysticercosis is a disease that results from an infection with a parasitic tapeworm. Learn about how it develops, how it affects the body, and more. |
| Do gut bacteria contribute to ethnic health disparities? We look at how race and ethnicity may influence the composition of the gut bacteria, and the implications this may have for precision medicine. |
| COVID-19: Could gut bacteria be involved? Do gut bacteria play a role in COVID-19? Direct evidence is lacking, but using related studies, a recent paper concludes that a link is plausible. |
| Parasitic infections are closely linked to the microbiome "We found that we could look at someone's microbiome and use it to predict whether someone had a gastrointestinal parasite infection," say the researchers. |
| Men's Health |
| What to know about D-aspartic acid supplements for erectile dysfunction Some people claim that the amino acid D-aspartic acid can improve erectile dysfunction, but the science on its benefits is not conclusive. Learn more here. |
| 7 of the best natural testosterone boosters Age and declining health can both cause testosterone levels to plummet. Natural testosterone boosters may help raise testosterone levels. |
| Does promescent spray work? Promescent spray is a brand of lidocaine-based, ejaculation delaying spray. Delay sprays are desensitizing products that help treat premature ejaculation (PE). |
| Nutrition / Diet |
| Drinks that help you fall asleep: 10 options Drinks that aid sleep include lavender tea, cherry juice, and almond milk. Some drinks are natural sleep aids and can help people fall asleep. Learn more here. |
| Everything you need to know about the Tom Brady diet What is the Tom Brady diet? Learn how to follow the diet, the potential risks and benefits, and how a sample meal plan looks. |
| Respiratory |
| How to use a nebulizer for a baby People can use a nebulizer to help treat certain respiratory conditions in babies and infants by delivering medications. Learn more about how they work here. |
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