Month: February 2024

Cleaned surfaces may be germ-free, but they’re not bare

Since the outbreak of COVID-19, surfaces in public spaces are cleaned more often. While disinfectant solutions eliminate germs, they don’t leave behind a truly bare surface. They deposit a thin film that doesn’t get wiped up, even after giving the surface a good polish. In a new study, researchers show that residues left by commercial […]

Published on February 14, 2024

Aromatherapy May Boost Depression Recovery

Aromatherapy might be able to help people recover from depression by helping them more clearly recall specific, often positive, memories, a new study shows.Scents are more effective than words at cueing up the memory of a specific event, researchers report Feb. 13 in the… Read Full Article (External Site) Dr. David LowemannDr. David Lowemann, M.Sc, […]

Published on February 14, 2024

FDA Approves First Treatment for Severe Frostbite

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration on Wednesday approved Eicos Sciences’ injection, making it the first-ever treatment to treat severe frostbite in adults. The treatment, which will help reduce the risk of amputation, will be sold under the brand name Aurlumyn and is… Read Full Article (External Site) Dr. David LowemannDr. David Lowemann, M.Sc, Ph.D., […]

Published on February 14, 2024