Traditional vaccines take a long time to produce in large amounts no matter if they are ‘tamed’ live-vaccines or
dead-microbe vaccines. This is a particular problem when epidemics emerge suddenly.
Wine Wonders
by Axel E. Thieke G.P. •
Many observational studies have shown that moderate alcohol drinkers have lower rates of diabetes and cardiovascular problems than do nondrinkers or heavy drinkers.
Learning & Education
by Axel E. Thieke G.P. •
“Joshua, the Doctor is here to give you your vaccination…” – instant howling from the background from the 6-year-old in
question.
Here We Go Again
by Axel E. Thieke G.P. •
The new year and a good old cold… We hope you have recovered enough from welcoming this new and unique 2016 – let it be a healthy, happy and successful one. Be aware that it’s not the stars but the mind which determines this. And the mind needs – Sleep! Previous research has suggested that…
Who is Who & Who is I?
by Axel E. Thieke G.P. •
Each of us is colonized, inside and out, by microorganisms. More than three pounds of microorganisms in our gut alone, and many more on our skin. In fact, we harbor ten microbial cells for every one of our own cells.
Listen to Goya
by Axel E. Thieke G.P. •
Apart from those more general considerations, it is known that certain viral infections can beat the path for cancer. An estimated 15% of all cancers can be explained this way.
Chickenpox & Shingles
by Axel E. Thieke G.P. •
Nowadays, all adults have suffered or seen chickenpox: children covered in itchy little pimples and blisters who are kept at home to not spread it to all their friends.
Can You Ensure Being Lucky?
by Axel E. Thieke G.P. •
Are most cancer patients simply ‘unlucky’? The media have spread the ‘news’ that 65% of human cancers are inevitable and therefore just unlucky.
Ice-Cream, You Scream – Everybody Takes Statins
by Axel E. Thieke G.P. •
Axel HeaderDetermining whether statins (cholesterol-lowering-medicines) are responsible for non-specific aches and pains can be difficult, especially in elders.
Ladies Only
by Axel E. Thieke G.P. •
One has become increasingly aware of the potential harms of screening mammography, while remaining cognizant that much of the drop in breast cancer mortality is due to advances in treatment.