Medical Notes: We’re Overusing Salt, How Feeding Birds Improves Our Quality Of Life, And Protecting Kids From HIV

How can we save babies born with HIV?

Experts estimate that about one point five million children have HIV around the world. standard treatments of anti-retroviral therapy start when kids are two to three months old. However, research published in The Lancet HIV has found greater success when the medication is given in the first 48 hours of life. this method aims to suppress HIV and keep infants off of anti-retroviral drugs for longer periods of time instead of the daily dose many patients deal with. 

We’re overusing salt – and not just in our pasta.

Human activity has been making the earth’s air, soil, and freshwater saltier, according to research published in Nature Reviews Earth And Environment. Industries like mining, agriculture, and construction have rapidly accelerated earth’s natural salt cycle. This abundance of salt can negatively impact our water supply. 

Technology is only as good as it’s creator.

Wearable wellness monitors can be extremely helpful to monitoring and managing health conditions. However, research in the journal Health Equity shows that many devices have a racial bias. for example, PPG sensors that monitor heart-rate are much less accurate on darker skin tones. The scientists hope this paper informs makers of medical technology and reduces instances of health disparity.

Is it time to invest in a bird feeder?

Scientists are just starting to study how bird feeding impacts humans. Our connection with nature is an important aspect of our mental and physical health, and feeding birds can be achieved whether you live in the city or more rural areas. Scientists want the human element to be considered when wildlife agencies decide on bird feeding regulations. The research is published in People and Nature.

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