If mom gave you honey as a child whenever you had a cold, turns out she was very right in doing so. According to a new review of research published by Oxford doctors, honey’s antimicrobial properties allowed it to outperform the standard of care when addressing symptoms and … [Read more...] about Oxford doctors conclude honey may be best for treating colds
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NYC hospital staff given vacations as gift for tirelessly fighting COVID-19
As a sign of appreciation for their hard work and commitment, thousands of employees at a hospital in the epicenter of America’s fight against the coronavirus will receive free vacations--though it's really hard to call those vacations "free" considering all that these health … [Read more...] about NYC hospital staff given vacations as gift for tirelessly fighting COVID-19
CVS wants to help uninsured people get the care they need with new “health hubs”
Chronic diseases are the leading cause of death and disability in the United States, affecting 45% of the population. That’s 133 million Americans. And $3.5 trillion in annual healthcare costs. Plenty of programs, products, and health startups are aimed at lowering the rates of … [Read more...] about CVS wants to help uninsured people get the care they need with new “health hubs”
This sociable robot helps nurses offer better care to patients
A startup has developed an endearing robot to help patients suffering from chronic diseases get better care. The robot, roughly the size of a kitchen appliance, checks up on patients and makes conversation with them about their family and the weather while gathering daily details … [Read more...] about This sociable robot helps nurses offer better care to patients
Traditional Chinese medicine gets support from WHO
Chinese medicine with a comprehensive holistic perspective on health, existed for thousands of years before western medicine began dominating modern health care. As complementary treatments gain more and more acceptance, Chinese medicine is making a comeback. It is set to … [Read more...] about Traditional Chinese medicine gets support from WHO
