Lungs are notoriously difficult organs to transplant; many are thrown away because they’ve expired or were too ill for transplant. However, that may all change with the ex-vivo organ support system (EVOSS). EVOSS is an organ carrier that mimics the conditions lungs experience inside the human body, being warm instead of ice cold. Donor lungs in this environment thrive; injured lungs heal enough to be fit for transplant and all lungs survive up to 48 hours compared to the 6 hours they get using traditional donor organ preservation procedures. Read full article here
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Electrical Muscle Stimulation Takes The Work Out Of Your Workouts
Growing stronger and losing weight without putting in the effort seems like a fairytale, right? Electrical muscle stimulation might make the dream come true. During EMS, a full-body suit sends out electric charges that stimulate your muscles as if you’ve actually worked out. Older people, in particular, are reaping the benefits. Since they can’t do traditional strength training anymore, EMS is a viable alternative that keeps them healthy and strong. Some evidence suggests that the benefits go beyond strength training; EMS seems to promote cell growth and slow down the ageing process! Read full article here
Merv
August 12, 2022
