Month: October 2022

COVID Drug Paxlovid’s Interaction With Heart Medications

Paxlovid, the superhero of COVID-19 treatment, has a surprising side effect: it can mess with the heart medications people rely on to keep their ticker in check. It’s like taking a new friend to prom and realizing they clash with your besties! So if you’re already on cholesterol-lowering meds, you might need to hit pause […]

Published on October 13, 2022

How Iodine Tablets Block Some Nuclear Radiation

Just like how an umbrella shields you from raindrops, iodine tablets are like a protective shield against certain types of nuclear radiation. With recent concerns about nuclear plants and potential exposure to radiation, people are turning their attention to these little tablets that can make a big difference. Similar to how your body needs vitamins […]

Published on October 13, 2022

Polluted air makes women more prone to obesity!

Just like a gust of wind blowing off a hat, polluted air seems to blow women’s weight off balance, making them more prone to obesity. Similar to how a fatty diet and lack of exercise are major factors in the global obesity epidemic, air pollution is also playing a role. Recent research suggests that exposure […]

Published on October 13, 2022