Fruit Flies | Migraine | Peanut Allergy Protection | Alcohol Effects | Blood Donation

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Thursday, June 27, 2024

 

The Mighty Fruit Fly

A close-up of a fruit fly on a leaf.

Fruit flies can serve a bigger purpose than hovering around your food. Find out how the insect has advanced human health. (From NIH News in Health)


Migraine

A woman touching the temples on her head.

June is Migraine and Headache Awareness Month. Learn about migraine triggers, symptoms, treatments, and more. (From NIH’s NINDS)


Providing Lasting Protection from Peanut Allergy

A man spreading peanut butter on toast with his young son sitting on his lap.

Children who regularly ate peanut-containing foods early in life had a greatly reduced risk of developing peanut allergy into adolescence. (From NIH Research Matters)


Alcohol’s Effects on the Body

A sun hat, sunglasses, flip flops, and seashell on the beach.

Discover how alcohol can affect your summer activities and get resources to drink responsibly in the coming hot months. (From NIH’s NIAAA)


Blood Donation

A close-up of an arm with a heart Band-Aid over the inner elbow.

Donating blood can save lives. Learn where to donate, eligibility requirements, and what to expect when you give blood. (From NIH’s NHLBI)