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How does convergence of technology transform the real estate sector?
A lot has been discussed about the impact of technology on real estate, but the most profound change brought about by technology is the slow, but definite change in mindset towards being a service industry. The most obvious driver has been the success of sharing economy models – be it the marketplace model offered by the likes of AirBnb or Read More
Taking oral drugs daily may protect cancer patients from deadly blood clots
People with cancer have an increased risk of developing blood clots, with roughly one in five experiencing venous thromboembolism (VTE) — either a blood clot in a deep vein or a condition in which one or more arteries in the lungs become blocked by a blood clot. Taking oral drugs daily can be an effective treatment for nearly 10 million Read More
Vitamin D therapy can help tackle diseases like diabetes and cancer
Enhanced activation of Vitamin D by protecting beta cells may be a potential new approach for treating diabetes as well as other diseases, including cancer, researchers have suggested. When beta cells — the cells in the pancreas that produce, store and release the hormone insulin — become dysfunctional, the body cannot make insulin to control blood sugar (glucose) and levels Read More
Tuberculosis treatment, disease tolerance is better than killing the pathogen
Turns out, tolerating an infection without eliminating a pathogen is far more beneficial than simply killing it. According to a research conducted by the McGill University Health Centre, some scientists have taken a lesson from plant biologists about an ancient strategy involving the ability to ‘tolerate’ rather than ‘resist’ infection to maintain health. The concept, referred to as “disease tolerance,” Read More
3 Ways a Sign Company Can Help You
You want to market your business effectively. With the help of a sign company Sarasota residents can learn more about who you are and what you have to offer. Vehicle Wraps Whether you have a single vehicle out on the road or an entire fleet, you want to explore vehicle wraps. This will allow you to be seen everywhere you Read More
Five Types of Furniture For Your Large Office
Are you looking to upgrade the furniture in your spacious office? You can order a variety of used office furniture Salem Oregon, but it never hurts to make a list of the furniture you need in advance. To help you get started, here are five types of furniture to consider for your large office. 1. L-Shaped and U-Shaped Desk There Read More
Medical Facilities Can Rely On Custodial Services For Sanitation
While every business requires janitorial services, none may be as dependent upon having a clean and sanitized environment as healthcare facilities. Whether a larger business like a hospital or the private practice offices run by individual doctors, each type of facility needs specialized custodial services. While that might have meant only relying on their own employees in the past, healthcare Read More
This is how sleep quantity can affect patients with chronic kidney disease
While sleep duration matters a lot, it is specifically vital for kidney disease patients. According to a study conducted by the American Society of Nephrology, sleep duration may influence the health-related quality of life (HRQOL) experienced by individuals with chronic kidney disease (CKD). In patients with CKD, fatigue, lack of energy, and drowsiness are the most common symptoms that result Read More
New, more accurate blood test developed for peanut allergies
British scientists have developed a much more reliable blood test for diagnosing peanut allergies, which leads the way for a better method of diagnosing them. Peanuts are the most common reason of fatal food-induced anaphylaxis, or severe allergic reaction, and allergy cases among children have risen sharply in recent years. Britain’s Food Standards Agency estimates up to one in 55 Read More
Whooping cough is happening more frequently than before. Here’s what to do
Turns out, whooping cough is more widespread than previously known. According to a study conducted by the Public Health Ontario, whooping cough cases are happening much more frequently than previously known, reinforcing the importance of up-to-date vaccinations to protect against illness and the spread of disease. Whooping cough (formally known as pertussis) is a highly contagious respiratory tract infection. In Read More