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How does the body smell?
Medicine - Health

How does the body smell?

Sweat is usually produced by the eccrine glands. Of which, 98-99% is water, in addition to organic and inorganic substances such as mineral salts, lactic acid and urea.

December 15, 2018
Develop new sensors to detect early disease
Medicine - Health

Develop new sensors to detect early disease

On April 17, US scientists said they have successfully developed a wrist-sensing device that can detect diseases such as tumors, diabetes and some other diseases through…

December 15, 2018
Much sweating is good for the brain
Medicine - Health

Much sweating is good for the brain

Sweating in the sauna helps to reduce the risk of dementia, Alzheimer's and heart disease, according to new research in Finland.

December 15, 2018