They discover a molecular mechanism related to the death of neurons
2024-02-09 13:45:01
The human brain is an organ that consumes about 20 to 25 percent of the energy required by the entire body. This high energy demand for neuronal functions depends on the transport and precise distribution of mitochondria—the cellular organelles that generate energy—in each neuron. Now, a study identifies for the first time a molecular complex that regulates the transport of mitochondria within neurons and neuronal death. The discovery of the complex, present exclusively in the most evolved mammals, could help find new therapeutic targets against neurodegenerative diseases such as Parkinson’s, neuromuscular pathologies or even some types of tumors.
The work, carried out with animal models and cell cultures, is led by Professor Eduardo Soriano, from the University of Barcelona (UB) and the Institute of Neurosciences of the UB (UBneuro) and the Networked Biomedical Research Center on Neurodegenerative Diseases ( CIBERNED), and the researcher Anna María Aragay, member of the Higher Council for Scientific Research (CSIC) and the Institute of Molecular Biology of Barcelona (IBMB) of the CSIC.
The study, whose first authors are Ismael Izquierdo (IBMB), Serena Mirra and Yasmina Manso (UB and cybernet), also highlights the participation of Adolfo López de Munain,
Protecting From Lead Poisoning: Sources, Effects, and Solutions
2024-02-09 13:53:00
The World Health Organization has classified lead as one of the main chemicals of public health concern, and has called for necessary measures to protect workers, women, and children from the risk of poisoning. Knowing that its seriousness, which may lead to death, is rarely highlighted. Today, speculation about it has returned with the spread of the presence of lead in Stanley cups. Hence, it is necessary to shed light on lead, its sources, and its effect on the human body?
Stanley cups
The trend of “Stanley cups” spread on various social media sites, after some users noticed the presence of lead at the bottom of the cup, which sparked controversy and concerns about the materials used in manufacturing these cups.
A spokesman for the “Stanley” company confirmed that it uses lead at the bottom of the cup, to be an insulating part of the cup itself, which is covered with a layer of stainless steel to protect consumers from exposure to lead, and it cannot be accessed unless the stainless steel barrier is separated, which is possible, but ” rare”. Although it poses a danger if the cover at the bottom is separated,
What do your tonsils do?
#tonsils
They just hang in the back of your mouth, and if they bother you, you have them cut out: the tonsils. Sounds useless, but your tonsils were pretty indispensable during childhood.
So many lumps and bumps in your throat
Surprise: you have three types of almonds. The tonsils have the most fame, they are sometimes eligible for a haircut. These two are located at the back of the throat, on either side of the uvula, the tissue that hangs from the ceiling.
Less known is the tonmandel, which lies at the back of the tongue. If you can stick your tongue out far enough, you can just see the bumps emerging, like little warts on the surface.
And then there is the most unknown of the bunch: the neusamandel. There is no way you can see it, because it is located at the back of the nasopharynx, where air finds its way down from your nasal canal. So in total you have tonsils in three places, which only increases the question: what’s the point?
Your tonsils will help you through the tropical years of your youth
As a newborn baby you are immediately faced with a major challenge.
The Power of Prayer: Asking for Prosperity and Well-being
Prayer and Prosperity: The Power of Psalm 144
For many people, prayer is a vital part of their daily routine. It is a way to communicate with a supreme being, to give thanks, and to express requests and needs that arise in life. While prayer is a personal and meaningful practice for many, it is also an important aspect of the Gospel and a way to draw closer to God.
Prayer is used to seek blessings in many aspects of life, such as health, tranquility, well-being, work, children, and family. It is also a means to ask for prosperity and well-being at different times. Psalm 144 is one of the prayers used specifically for asking for prosperity and well-being.
In Psalm 144, the author acknowledges the Lord as their rock and protection in times of battle. They seek deliverance from tumultuous waters and the power of strange people. They ask for provisions, growth, and blessings for their community.
This prayer demonstrates the belief in the power of prayer to ask for prosperity and well-being. It highlights the faith and hope that believers place in their communication with God through prayer.
It is clear that prayer is more than just a simple act of asking for something.
New Study Shows GLP-1 Drugs Linked to Reduced Risk of Depression and Anxiety, Further Supporting Mental Health Benefits
Exploring the Positive Effects of GLP-1 Drugs on Mental Health
A recent study conducted by health analytics organization Epic Research has shed light on the potential mental health benefits of GLP-1 drugs such as Ozempic/Wegovy. While these drugs have long been recognized for their effectiveness in aiding weight loss, new evidence suggests that they may also play a role in reducing the risk of depression and anxiety among patients.
The study, which analyzed a database representing over 200 million patient records, compared individuals who were prescribed GLP-1 drugs to control groups who were not. The findings revealed that patients who took GLP-1 drugs had a lower likelihood of being diagnosed with depression or anxiety in comparison to those not on the medication.
It’s important to note that while these findings do not establish a definitive cause-and-effect relationship, they contribute to an increasing body of evidence indicating that GLP-1 drugs are generally safe for mental health. This is reassuring news for both healthcare providers and patients seeking effective treatment options.
Prior studies from Epic Research have also explored the real-world outcomes of GLP-1 drug usage. For instance, researchers discovered that many former users continue to maintain their weight loss even after stopping their medication.
Modopuro Community Health Center Promotes Early Detection of Uterine Cancer through Free IVA Test Festival
STEP Early detection of uterine cancer was promoted directly by the Modopuro Community Health Center UPT in the free IVA Test Festival.
This activity, which was carried out from Monday (5/2) to Saturday (10/2), was a form of improving the health status of women of childbearing age as well as celebrating World Cervical Cancer Day.
Head of the Modopuro Community Health Center, Edi Gandiriyanto, said that the IVA test was carried out on mothers of childbearing age who had had sexual intercourse. At the same time, a Sadanis examination or clinical breast examination is held.
”IVA Test is one way to test for cervical cancer. “This cancer is a malignant tumor in the cervix, and can spread to other organs and can cause death,” he said.
He explained that this disease is caused by the HPV Virus or Human Papilloma Virus which is transmitted through sexual contact.
”Women who have a higher risk of suffering from cervical cancer include sexual activity before the age of 20, changing sexual partners, exposure to sexually transmitted infections (STIs),” he explained.
Through simple tests such as the IVA Test, cervical cancer can be prevented.
Manzanillo City Council activates intense free anti-rabies vaccination campaign for dogs and cats
Editorial|CN COLIMANOTICIAS
Manzanillo, Col.- To care for and protect the health of the population and pets, by instructions of the Municipal President of Manzanillo, Griselda Martínez, starting this Tuesday, January 30 to February 15, the Control Department Animal of the General Directorate of Public Services, will install an anti-rabies vaccination post in the Laika Dog Park, located between Ceiba and Laurel streets in Barrio 2 of Valle de Las Garzas.
The vaccine will be applied free of charge to dogs and cats, according to Nom-011-Ssa2. The population is invited to take their pets to the vaccination post, which will be attended by veterinary doctors, from Monday to Friday, from 10 in the morning to 2 in the afternoon.
Rabies is transmitted through saliva, bites or scratches from the infected animal, with the dog being the main transmitter. The clinical signs that animals with rabies may present are: changes in temperament, insecurity (they hide), avoid company – when the disease is advanced – irritation, aggressiveness, muscle tremors, photophobia, excessive salivation, paralysis of the jaw and limbs, without appetite, seizure and death.
For everyone’s health, it is important to participate and take advantage of this free anti-rabies vaccination campaign.
JTB Offers Exclusive MLB Game Ticket Hospitality Packages for Seoul Series
- February 9, 2024
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JTB Exclusively Sells “MLB Game Ticket Hospitality Package” for the First Time Since Partnering with MLB Internationally
JTB will be selling a “Hospitality Package with Official MLB Game Tickets” for the Seoul Series, the opening game of the Major League World Tour. It will be sold via online lottery and applications will be accepted from 12pm on February 14th to 8pm: 00 on February 18th.
The season opener will be held on March 20 and 21 at the Gocheok Sky Dome in Seoul, where the Los Angeles Dodgers and San Diego Padres will face off.
Two types of hospitality packages will be sold, each including a match ticket (field seats), a gift to enjoy the match, lunch at Lotte Hotel Seoul, and round-trip transportation to the match venue. The details of each product will be published on the dedicated website after 1pm on February 9th.
JTB Official 4-Day “MLB Seoul Series” Hospitality Package with 2-Game Tickets on JAL
plan: March 19 to 22 (Watch both games on March 20 and 21)
Departure/arrival point: Haneda Airport
Airline companies: JAJ (economy class)
Hotel used: Lotte Hotel Seoul (Main Tower) Superior Twin Room 3 nights with breakfast
Travel tax: 728,000 yen (including fuel and excluding airport taxes,
Viennese on new genetic engineering: Disaster for agriculture, the environment and those who eat 2024-02-09 15:48:47
The EU Parliament voted today to bring new genetic engineering onto the market with almost no restrictions in the future. Only the agricultural industry benefits from this, warns Wiener.
Strasbourg (OTS) – Just six months ago, the European Commission proposed a serious change to EU genetic engineering law that would affect so-called NGTs, i.e. plants that have been modified using new genetic engineering (genetic scissors). Now the proposal has been waved through in plenary session – with serious consequences.
Sarah Wiener, Green MEP and member of the Environment Committee, comments: “Ahen the Commission proposed the Farm-to-Fork strategy for a sustainable food system, it gave hope for the urgently needed agricultural transition. Measures were promised to reduce pesticides, reduce food waste and increase animal welfare, reduce antibiotics and make food labeling more transparent – but nothing remained. Only the deregulation of the new genetic engineering, which was mentioned in passing in Farm-to-Fork, is being implemented and is a disaster for agriculture, the environment and those who eat. A lack of labeling in supermarkets deprives EU citizens of their freedom of choice and the release of genetically modified organisms has unknown effects on our ecosystems. In addition,