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A Pakistan study finds one bacteria in pregnant women's colons can indicate her likelihood of reaching full term or having a premature baby.
Intensive nature of modern chicken farming creates ideal conditions for campylobacter, allowing bacteria to evolve Industrial chicken farming is accelerating the spread of the world’s most common bacterial cause of diarrhoea, scientists have found. The study found a dramatic increase in the exchange of campylobacter strains between wild birds and chickens as farming has intensified, creating the ideal conditions for the bacteria to mix, spread and acquire new traits. There has also been a rise i
The world risks a resurgence of the HIV epidemic after international financing to combat the disease suffered a “profound shock” last year, according to a new report from UNAIDS.
(MedPage Today) -- Hypofractionated locoregional radiotherapy for high-risk breast cancer was noninferior to standard fractionated radiotherapy for the 3-year incidence of arm lymphedema, with no significant differences in cancer outcomes, a Danish...
More light at the day’s end comes at a price: much later winter sunrises across much of the U.S. Scientists have documented consequences for public health and the economy.
Doctors should recommend treatment accompanied by conversations about the pros and cons for the individuals who are in front of them Weeks before major surgery, a patient cancels his appointment with our geriatric oncology service, declaring it unnecessary. An astute nurse convinces him otherwise. In his mid-80s, the patient has been diagnosed with an early cancer. The surgeon advises that surgery would be the only cure but, noting the lack of urgency, sends him to see me. I can see why. The pro
(MedPage Today) -- The office of Sen. Mitch McConnell (R-Ky.) released an update on his health Monday, this time with a statement from the congressional Office of Attending Physician stating the senator has not yet been medically cleared to leave...
Job lock, surging prescription drug costs, No Surprises Act update, and more from STAT's Health Care Inc.
Doctors and MPs urge more scrutiny of £300m deal for company behind system used by most GPs in England UK politics live – latest updates Business live – latest updates A US private equity firm will take control of NHS patient records in a deal experts say should “ring alarm bells” amid concerns sensitive health data is increasingly being handed to private companies. The investment firm TPG has bought Optum UK, the healthcare technology business behind the electronic patient record system used by
A new way for hard-to-treat cancer cells to protect themselves from being killed by anticancer drugs has been found. The novel method involves tumors hijacking specific defenses for repairing damaged DNA, which are easier to block than previously known mechanisms.
Baltimore is rethinking what it means to call 911, and who responds. Callers who don't need police will get help finding social services and healthcare before they actually fall into crisis.
(MedPage Today) -- Postoperative oral dexamethasone might have modestly reduced pain after pediatric adenotonsillectomy, a randomized clinical trial found. The steroid reduced mean pre-analgesic pain scores on postoperative days 2 to 8 by 0.72...
Singer-songwriter also had surgery to treat carcinoma on her face, leading her to ‘withdraw from public view’ The musician Carly Simon has revealed that she has Parkinson’s disease in a statement shared on Monday. “So many people have written to me, kindly wondering about my relative silence, asking how I am and what I have been doing,” Simon said. “The truth is, I’ve been learning how to live with Parkinson’s disease.” Continue reading...
Scientists in Vermont have just discovered something that shouldn't really be possible: a skin cancer that's spreading from catfish to catfish. It's only the fourth transmissible cancer ever found in nature.
NPR's A Martinez asks Dr. Jennifer Nuzzo of Brown University why there have been more measles cases this year so far than in all of last year, and what can be done to stop the resurgence.
(MedPage Today) -- Some doctors are pushing to organize the 10,000 attending physicians within the University of California system, setting in motion what could become the largest union of employed physicians, organizers say. Factors driving the...
The beleaguered Sarepta Therapeutics named Michael Severino, who previously led Tessera Therapeutics, as its new CEO.
Research shows AI accounts are gaining millions of views on TikTok by spreading dubious health advice Misleading health claims online pose a “huge danger to public safety”, experts have warned, after research has shown that AI-generated doctors are gaining millions of views on TikTok by spreading dubious health advice. The British Medical Association council deputy chair, Dr Emma Runswick, flagged the risks posed by AI accounts that “peddle medical myths and promote so-called miracle cures”. Con
As long as there have been vaccines, there have been people who doubted their science and safety.
Financial hardship may age the brain faster, researchers say in new study Fox News How financial stress can affect the brain over the long term The Washington Post Long-Term Money Problems May Accelerate Brain Aging SciTechDaily The common concern that can age your brain faster and increase Alzheimer’s risk The Independent Persistent financial stress may cause the brain to age faster, study finds PhillyVoice
The offensive potential is no longer theoretical. We need to develop systems to strengthen public health as quickly as AI is accelerating biological design As artificial intelligence rapidly transforms the biological sciences, it is pushing the future of biology in two opposing directions. AI can help bad actors generate recipes for biological weapons with just a few keystrokes and computational prompts. At the same time, AI can track disease outbreaks and deliver critical public health informat
An FDA panel recommended that compounding pharmacies be allowed to make two more peptides, a step toward RFK Jr.'s goal to make them more available
(MedPage Today) -- The FDA approved SimpleScreen CRC, a blood-based screening test for adults 45 years and older who are at average risk for colorectal cancer (CRC), Freenome announced. SimpleScreen CRC joins Guardant Health's Shield test, which...
A recent Northwestern Medicine study offers new data on previously unknown genetic variants that cause tuberous sclerosis complex, a rare genetic disorder that causes benign tumors to develop in many parts of the body, according to findings published in Nature Communications.
Exclusive: Experts say policy could also cause shortages of school teachers and drive some universities to bankruptcy Reform UK’s plan to make employers pay an annual levy for overseas staff would harm the NHS and social care, cause a shortage of schoolteachers, and could push some universities into bankruptcy, experts have warned. Nigel Farage’s party has pledged a “migrant worker surcharge”, which would involve a higher rate of employer national insurance as well as a separate annual charge. I
In a letter to the PM, the Conservative leader offers to work with him on adult social care reform.
World risks HIV resurgence as funding falls 18%, UNAIDS says Reuters Reasons for concern and hope in the fight against AIDS The Economist Opinion | Cuts to anti-AIDS foreign aid take a toll in Africa The Washington Post Trump aid cuts put HIV response at risk, reports show The Hill ‘Deeply human cost’ of US aid cuts worse for women and girls, new study finds The Independent
Ahead of a hearing, the FDA raised questions about the benefits of a Duchenne treatment from Capricor Therapeutics, another twist for the rare disease drug.
(MedPage Today) -- Welcome to Culture Clinic, MedPage Today's collaboration with Northwell Health to offer a healthcare professional's take on the latest viral medical topics. An unregulated injectable peptide popping up across social media promises...
An international team of researchers, clinicians, educators, ethicists and patient partners has developed and validated the Health CARE-AI (Contextual, Accountable, Responsible, and Equitable Artificial Intelligence) Framework. Published in JMIR Medical Education, the study provides a consensus-backed roadmap for the responsible integration of AI across the health care learning and practice continuum.
PM says that without rapid action the NHS could effectively collapse, in first full interview since entering No 10 Andy Burnham has pledged to use “whatever political capital I have” to finally fix the crumbling social care system in England, saying that without rapid action the NHS could effectively collapse. In his first full interview since becoming prime minister last week, Burnham said he could not put a timetable on the arrival of a new system for social care but that its creation would ta
New research reveals deep anxieties. Medals and cash bonuses have been mooted as incentives, but the priority is for policy that addresses women’s real concerns It seems as though every week brings another news story on declining global birthrates. A number of political leaders have been panicking for a while, of course, instructing citizens to reproduce in tones so beguiling, who could possibly resist? JD Vance: “I want more babies”; Jacob Rees-Mogg: “We need more babies”. While in France this
3 things to begin paying attention to as you age The Washington Post How nutritional needs change with age Terrell Tribune Scientists found the best way to eat protein to slow muscle loss after 60 Futura, le média qui explore le monde The Nutrients You Need More of After 50 Yahoo Health 9 High-Protein Foods Older Adults Should Eat More Often to Help Maintain Muscle and Strength Soy Carmín
An FDA advisory panel serves some peptide wins, a measles record, and more health news from Morning Rounds
The simple sentence: "No thanks, I don't eat meat" can prompt very different reactions, but the question that often follows is: "Why?"
(MedPage Today) -- Nirsevimab (Beyfortus) for preventing respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) infections may have a protective spillover effect when it comes to invasive pneumococcal disease, a retrospective study suggested. Among babies born in...
Beware ‘vanishing caloric density’ — it can trick you into gaining weight New York Post
In a discovery that could redefine the future of cancer immunotherapy, scientists from Celloram Inc., University Hospitals and Case Western Reserve University have developed a novel cancer vaccine platform that transforms the impact of the largest immunological event in modern history—a synchronized mass immune memory generated through SARS-CoV-2 infection and vaccination—into a powerful ally against cancer.
Oak Hill Bio, a new company backed by RA Capital and other investors, will take on Ultragenyx and Ionis in developing an Angelman syndrome medicine.
(MedPage Today) -- The FDA approved oral centanafadine (Simtriyo), a first-in-class triple reuptake inhibitor for attention deficit-hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), Otsuka announced late last week. The once-daily extended-release capsule -- a...
The abortion debate – the language of life, choice and rights – severs women, and their pain, from history. I don’t want to forget my abortion and I don’t want to forget theirs By Erin Maglaque. Read by Lanna Joffrey Read the text version here Support the Guardian today: theguardian.com/longreadpod Adapted from Presence: A Hidden History of the Female Body, published by Jonathan Cape The summer issue of the Long Read magazine is out now. Click here to order Continue reading...
I work in a hospital – and didn’t know I was having a heart attack. Here’s what more women should know The GuardianSee more headlines & perspectives on Google News
Researchers at the University of Vermont's Robert Larner, M.D. College of Medicine and Upstate Medical University in Syracuse, New York, have discovered that dengue virus can infect and replicate inside memory B cells, immune cells traditionally understood to help protect the body from infection. The findings, published July 20 in the Journal of Virology, reveal a previously unrecognized way the virus may evade immune defenses and point toward new strategies for treating a disease that threatens
(MedPage Today) -- A previously healthy 52-year-old woman entered the emergency department with a 4-month history of headaches and visual hallucinations. For the past month, her speech was incoherent. When she reached the hospital, the patient...
Scott Gottlieb responds to report that company contacted the White House seeking to delay a recall announcement Former Food and Drug Administration commissioner Dr Scott Gottlieb said on Sunday that it was “not standard operating procedure” for Taylor Farms to ask the White House to intervene as the company prepared to announce a recall tied to a massive cyclospora outbreak. Appearing on CBS’s Face the Nation, Gottlieb was asked about a report from the Wall Street Journal that Taylor Farms conta
Watermelon vs. Cantaloupe: Which Fruit Is Better for Your Blood Sugar? EatingWell
The investigative journalist Lucas Amin reports on how the tech company Palantir won a £330m contract with the NHS … and what happened once its software was introduced How did Palantir – sometimes described as ‘the world’s scariest company’ – start working with the NHS? The investigative journalist Lucas Amin shares the findings of his and his colleague Peter Geoghegan’s investigation into the tech company and its relationship with the UK’s public health service – and tells a story of controvers
For decades, ADHD was viewed as a childhood condition that mostly affected boys. Researchers now know ADHD manifests differently in girls, but many still go undiagnosed until adulthood.
“Emergency departments across America report dramatic increases in serious injuries from e-bikes and e-scooters,” write CHOP’s J. Todd R. Lawrence and Madison A. Kesler.
In a new commentary published in Annals of Internal Medicine, Robert B. Shpiner, MD, a clinical professor of pulmonary and critical care at the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA, argues that the growing use of artificial intelligence chatbots for health information reflects both health system strain and a broader shift in how patients seek information.
NPR's Ayesha Rascoe speaks with NBC health and medical news reporter Erika Edwards about the Trump Administration's cuts to federal agencies affects food safety measures.
(MedPage Today) -- Nearly 100 people in 17 states have been sickened in a salmonella outbreak tied to recalled eggs, federal health officials said Friday. The 98 people had illnesses that started between Nov. 21 and June 30, according to the FDA...
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Even as some medical schools heed health secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s call for more nutrition education, several told STAT that they plan to steer clear of topics that aren’t…
When French writer Marcel Proust famously recalled his childhood from the taste of a Madeleine cookie, his stomach may have done some of the work. We generally associate our memories almost exclusively with the brain, which we imagine forms and stores them. New research led by Scott Kanoski, professor of biological sciences at the USC Dornsife College of Letters, Arts and Sciences, has found that our gut may also play an important role in helping us remember experiences, especially those involvi
King’s Fund report finds men and women live, on average, for 80 years and nearly 84 years, but gains are in south The north-south divide in life expectancy in England has grown over the past decade, with people in northern regions facing more illnesses such as heart disease and cancer, but also suicides and deaths related to alcohol and drug misuse. Provisional figures show life expectancy reached an all-time high in 2025, with men and women in England living, on average, for 80 years and nearly
New Study Finds Married People Are Up To 74% More Likely To Develop Dementia Under One Specific Condition Bored PandaSee more headlines & perspectives on Google News
(MedPage Today) -- I often think about what happens when our worst fear as humans is realized -- not that something should happen to me, but to my child. Why them, why not me? This is a sentiment regularly expressed to me by parents in neonatal...
“I have come to believe that changing a mind is rarely the point. Planting a seed is,” writes nurse-midwife Mara Evans.
Different varieties and doses of GLP-1 medications can have meaningful differences in how they address heart and metabolic health issues, according to new research led by the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania. Through an analysis of data from 19 randomized controlled trials, the researchers believe their work points to possible precision medicine applications of GLP-1s beyond weight loss. Their work is published in Diabetes, Obesity, and Metabolism.
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(MedPage Today) -- Note that some links may require registration or subscription. More healthcare workers in Congo went on strike as confirmed Ebola cases in the nation approached 3,000, including 1,309 deaths. (AP) Florida reported the state...
Think back to your time at school. Were you hard-working, popular, anxious? And what exam grades did you get? Now, imagine someone pulls out your report cards from that time. How closely would they match the results you just brought to mind?
Argenx plans to buy Forte Biosciences for $2.2 billion, expanding its pipeline of drugs that could treat multiple autoimmune diseases.
Preliminary study shows older people who avoided food four hours before bed did better in problem solving tests Confining mealtimes and snacks to a nine-hour window and avoiding food for four hours before bed may help stave off cognitive decline in older age, researchers say. A pilot study of older women living with overweight or obesity found hints of improvement in mental skills among those who ate within the restricted period compared with those who spread their meals over a longer time. Cont
A No 10 source says it is an attempt by the prime minister to show he is "hitting the ground running".
Global Study Reveals Widening Gap Between Lifespan and Healthspan Ground News Singapore Has the World’s Longest, Healthiest Lives – but It Comes With a Hidden Cost SciTechDaily Mind the Gap: The growing divide between lifespan and good health American Council on Science and Health Longer lives, worse health? Scientists uncover troubling trend across generations Fox News Modern Medicine Is Keeping Us Alive Longer, But That’s Not Necessarily a Good Thing VICE
New research has revealed a shift in the strains of invasive meningococcal disease circulating in Scotland during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Stress, the cost of living, long working hours and even excessive exercise have all been touted as reasons the illness is rising among women in their 30s and 40s. What can be done to help them? The “lightning strike” pain was like nothing Francine Jones had experienced before. “That is the only way I can describe it,” she says, of the stabbing in her torso that would occur every 10 minutes or so. “It was a really sharp, intense pain, as if someone was giving me an electric shock … it took my bre
Toward generalizable and interpretable AI in regulatory genomics Nature
Months to several years before amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) symptoms arise, levels of certain blood proteins may shift dramatically. Researchers analyzed data from the long-running Pre-symptomatic Familial ALS (Pre-fALS) study to identify key proteins that may predict the emergence of clinical ALS. By anticipating the onset of symptoms, investigators could intervene with preventive therapies before the irreversible motor neuron damage characteristic of ALS sets in.
They make grand claims about beauty benefits or extra energy – and even actor Gillian Anderson has her own brand. We investigate what they’re really doing – and put them to a taste test Show yourself some love. Fuel your focus. Life’s too good for bad energy. Find your calm in the everyday chaos. Live fit. No, not new-age slogans or something you’d find scribbled in neon on the wall of a cocktail bar, but marketing taglines slapped across cans of functional soft drinks. Walk into any supermarket
Will climate change make plague-filled NYC summers like this one the new norm? Gothamist
A bioinspired material developed by scientists at Imperial College London accelerates wound healing and the repair of human skin. The material captures the body's own healing proteins, releasing them only when repair cells pull on them and delivering healing signals precisely where and when they are needed.
Adrian Howe’s family believe that fears his deal would be financially ruinous led him to kill himself The family of a former mobile phone store manager who was found drowned days before his new Vodafone franchise was to open its doors is pressing the government to introduce a new franchising law in his name. The call comes a week after Vodafone settled a long-running legal claim filed by 62 of its former franchisees who alleged that the company “unjustly enriched” itself at their expense by up t
After losing son to suicide, parents created healing space for young adults near Ann Arbor MLive.com
A previously eliminated disease—measles—is resurgent in Canada amid declining vaccination rates
Dr. Roach: RA patient hasn't found a medication that alleviates joint pain The Detroit NewsSee more headlines & perspectives on Google News
Every year, untreated tooth decay sends thousands of young U.S. children to emergency departments for dental problems doctors can't treat. Many eventually undergo surgery under general anesthesia, while others endure pain and infection.
(MedPage Today) -- "What you're seeing here is pure censorship." -- Steven Kahn, MBChB, editor-in-chief of Diabetes Care, after American Diabetes Association (ADA) leadership blocked a collection of editorials discussing researchers' removal...
Legionnaires’ Disease Has Made a Home in New York City. Here’s How. The New York Times NYC 'confident' Legionnaires' disease source has been eradicated USA Today Politicos Divided Over How City Handled UES Legionnaires’ Disease Outbreak WestSideSpirit.com Why Legionnaires' Disease Cases Continue to Rise Despite Current Prevention Strategies Infection Control Today Editorial: City can’t let Legionnaires’ disease outbreaks become an annual rite Crain's New York Business
Doctors recommend dietary fiber for healthy digestion, but to benefit from it, people not only need specific species of gut bacteria but also the right strains of those bacteria to process the starches, according to a new study that advances the promise of precision nutrition.
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Engineers and neuroscientists at the University of California San Diego have developed a soft, wearable fingertip patch that continuously tracks a patient's Parkinson's disease medication levels through sweat. The device operates using chemicals in the patient's sweat—no batteries required. Its measurements were comparable to those obtained by standard laboratory blood tests.
(MedPage Today) -- Since 2010, the Affordable Care Act (ACA) has expanded health insurance to millions, protecting people with pre-existing conditions and strengthening America's healthcare safety net. But one of its lesser-known provisions has...
Prescribing doctors often warn of the medications’ potential side-effects – but unexpected impacts on romantic relationships are less understood For Jennifer, obesity was the obvious culprit for most of her problems. The litigation attorney told herself it was the reason why she wasn’t being invited to parties, and why she and her husband struggled with physical intimacy in their otherwise “solid” marriage. Sign up for a weekly email featuring our best reads Continue reading...
New US guidelines may affect how young adults manage ‘bad’ cholesterol CNN New Guideline Will Shift Statins to Younger and Lower-Risk U.S. Adults MedPage Today NEWSLETTER: : New cardiac guidelines mean more statins for more people, study finds Reuters New Guidelines Expand Statin Eligibility to 50% of US Adults Medscape Is your cholesterol too high based on latest guidelines? Harvard Gazette
A new way to measure comorbidity—when a patient suffers from multiple diseases or health conditions—can be used to accurately predict a patient's risk of hospitalization and future health care costs across a population, Cornell researchers report.
New clues about whether genes or environment influence our health more The Seattle Times
Cancer immunotherapies have transformed treatment for many cancers, but pancreatic cancer remains especially difficult to treat. One major reason is that pancreatic tumors often create a "cold" tumor microenvironment, where the tumor prevents immune cells from mounting a strong attack.
Her 12-year-old had an eating disorder. Caregiving meant healing herself, too USA Today
Can a low-carb diet cause your cholesterol to skyrocket? This question has vexed researchers and influencers alike as the popularity of low-carbohydrate diets has surged, yet the evidence has remained mixed. New research suggests that the answer depends on your genes.
Doctors Say This Everyday Drink Could Cut Liver Cancer Risk by Nearly 50%, New Study Finds AOL.com Caffeine and Cardiovascular Disease professional.heart.org Coffee may help shield the liver from fat, scarring, and cancer ScienceDaily Can you safely drink 5 cups of coffee a day? The American Heart Association weighs in San Francisco Chronicle High doses of caffeine from energy drinks cause cardiovascular harm News-Medical
Ever wonder why some people crave sweets while others can take them or leave them? Preliminary findings from a new study suggest that people who carry certain genetic variants associated with a preference for sweet or fatty tastes not only tend to eat more of these foods but also have a higher risk of obesity and type 2 diabetes as a result.
Where You Carry Your Body Fat Is Directly Linked to Brain Aging in First-of-Its-Kind Study ScienceAlert Virginia Tech research links obesity to faster brain aging, memory loss WDBJ7 Can belly fat affect your brain? Neurologist Dr Sudhir Kumar explains how what's good for your waist is good for brain Hindustan Times Can belly fat shrink your brain? Top neurologist explains the hidden link between visceral fat, memory los The Economic Times Could your belly fat be affecting your memory? Hyderabad
America is undercounting the number of suicide deaths, despite the rise in suicide rates in the 21st century, experts caution in a commentary published in the journal Injury Prevention.
Protein, Not Calcium, Key to Osteoporosis Treatment Benefits Medscape
A form of dementia that strikes younger people is more common in Hispanics than previously thought, according to a new study led by researchers at UT Health San Antonio, the academic health center of The University of Texas at San Antonio.
How Much Red Meat Is Healthy to Eat Per Week? A Dietitian Weighs In TODAY.com
As close relatives of humans, chimpanzees have sometimes been used in biomedical experiments. They were instrumental in the identification of the hepatitis C virus: The then-mysterious pathogen was artificially injected into chimpanzees for study, leading to its eventual identification in 1989. Since then, treatments for humans have advanced, and hepatitis C can now be nearly cured with medication. However, the same treatment has not been extended to chimpanzees.
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Chronic gum disease (periodontitis) may worsen bone deterioration in people with osteoporosis by disrupting the microorganisms that support gut health, according to collaborative research between Griffith University and Nanjing University in China. The study, published in npj Biofilms and Microbiomes, reveals the biological mechanism linking oral inflammation to whole-body bone loss, highlighting the importance of maintaining oral health as part of osteoporosis management, particularly for older
A Woman Shared These 6 Quiet Realities Of ADHD That Rarely Get Mentioned, And Commenters Feel SO Seen BuzzFeedSee more headlines & perspectives on Google News
A type of brain activity linked to arousal and attention can track mind wandering. But research conflicts on whether this activity promotes or hinders mind wandering. Esther Thielking of Barnard College and colleagues explored whether having the eyes open or closed changes the relationship between this brain activity and mind wandering.
It’s Not Like We Just Failed to Stop Ebola. We Caused It ZME Science
A dangerous social media trend that started in 2020 has persisted into 2026, with heartbreaking consequences.
I Tried To Hack My Way To A Longer Life. I Didn’t Expect It To Make Me Miserable BuzzFeedSee more headlines & perspectives on Google News
There is now widespread evidence that years of heading, tackling and collisions in football and rugby could increase the risk of dementia and other neurological diseases.
As cigarette smoking reaches historic lows in the U.S., new research from MUSC Hollings Cancer Center suggests a fundamental shift in tobacco use is driving that trend. Younger adults are increasingly switching to noncombustible nicotine products, particularly electronic cigarettes, also known as e-cigarettes.
Measles Is Becoming So Common That Treatments May Soon Be Needed WIRED These seven states are hot spots for 2026's record measles outbreak Axios Measles Cases Hit New Record in U.S., as Vaccination Rates Wane The New York Times ‘The Child Is Terrified’: Doctors on the Front Lines of a Measles Comeback Speak Out KFF Health News Measles cases in California already double 2025 totals. Here’s what to know Sacramento Bee
Wearable health monitors are designed to move with the body. But for many devices, movement creates a problem: The more a person bends, stretches, reaches or runs, the harder it can be for the device to keep a stable wireless connection. Penn State researchers and international collaborators set out to solve that problem by developing a soft, stretchable antenna that can keep working even when pulled in different directions. The work, published in Nature Communications, could help make wearable
A woman who hadn't spoken an intelligible word in twenty years, silenced by a stroke, can form spoken sentences again — not by moving her mouth but through an experimental implant that reads the speech centres of her brain and turns her attempts to spea Space Daily
My first science experiment was in sixth grade for our county's science fair. Over three months, I tested how my grandfather's blood sugar responded to green leafy vegetables versus brown rice at dinnertime. My mom would prepare traditional South Indian meals, including those foods, and my dad would supervise as I measured and administered insulin and recorded my grandfather's blood sugar levels.
Eating within 8 hours may help keep the aging brain sharp ScienceDaily Restricted eating hours may reduce cognitive decline in older age, researchers find The Guardian Restricting eating to nine-hour window ‘may help fight dementia’ The Times Restricted Eating Windows Aid Cognitive Function Neuroscience News Time-restricted eating may help retain cognitive function in older adults Medical Xpress
A research team at The University of Hong Kong (HKU), has developed ClairS—a deep-learning algorithm that significantly improves the detection of cancer mutations using long-read sequencing. Tested on breast cancer, lung cancer and melanoma cell line datasets, ClairS has demonstrated high accuracy across various cancer types and sequencing conditions.
How financial stress can affect the brain over the long term YahooSee more headlines & perspectives on Google News
UK doctors say breakthrough in Alzheimer’s research may have found way to restore sleep Lexington Herald Leader KY scientists learned what causes sleep loss in Alzheimer’s patients — and how to stop it Kentucky Lantern Scientists Found What May Be Keeping the Alzheimer’s Brain Awake SciTechDaily Breakthrough research in Alzheimer’s may restore sleep, UK doctors say WKYT AI and sleep analysis could facilitate early diagnosis of Alzheimer's Medical Xpress
When a woman who is breastfeeding develops an infection or a flare of a chronic condition, she faces a decision that sounds simple but rarely is: Should she take the medication to treat her condition?
In a University of Chicago lab, a rat left free to roam learned to open a tube and release a trapped cagemate, and when researchers added chocolate as a rival temptation, the rat opened both at much the same speed, then ate less of the chocolate than it would Space Daily
A culturally tailored meal program rooted in traditional Diné foods significantly reduced hospitalizations and emergency department visits among heart failure patients in rural Navajo Nation, according to a new randomized clinical trial published in JAMA Internal Medicine.
Prenatal alcohol exposure—a contributor to adverse pregnancy outcomes and the leading preventable cause of neurodevelopmental disability worldwide—has increased in the United States over the past decade. The new paper by researchers at Columbia University Mailman School of Public Health is published in JAMA.
Doctors share what sleeping with a fan on does to your body and health The Independent
Microglia are the most common immune cells in the brain, where they defend against intruders and engulf damaged neurons. Now, scientists at Columbia's Zuckerman Institute have discovered for the first time that, just like human neurons, human microglia mature especially slowly compared with microglia in other animals.
Congo Ebola death toll tops 1,400 as vaccine trials start DW.com Ebola infections in DR Congo surge to 3,200, with 1,405 deaths Al Jazeera ‘We Will All Die From Ebola Here’: Virus Stalks Crowded Camps in Congo The New York Times “No One Knows When It Will End”: A Doctor on the Ebola Emergency The New Yorker Congo says number of confirmed Ebola cases surpasses 3,000 Reuters
About a third of children with multiple food allergies gained the ability to safely eat full servings of foods that trigger their allergies in a new Stanford Medicine-led clinical trial. The results were published in JAMA Pediatrics.
Childhood obesity affects 1 in 5 children in the U.S., yet most families have limited access to specialized weight-management programs for children. Now, a large clinical trial led by researchers at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis, the University of Rochester Medical Center, the LSU Pennington Biomedical Research Center and the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) has shown that an effective, family-based treatment model can be delivered in primary care settings to treat ch
Scientists Just Discovered A Contagious Cancer In A Catfish, The Fourth Known To Science. Meet The Other Three Forbes Scientists Discover The Fourth Transmissible Cancer Known To Science Forbes Brown bullhead catfish melanoma represents a novel transmissible cancer Nature Deep in This Lake, a Contagious Cancer Is Spreading The New York Times First-known freshwater contagious cancer spreading among catfish in Vermont lake FOX Weather
The ability to perform everyday activities free of debilitating symptoms profoundly affects quality of life as we age. In a new study, older adults who took a daily multivitamin had significantly better measures of functional health after three years than those who took a placebo. According to researchers, the findings suggest a daily multivitamin can help older people maintain day-to-day functioning by helping preserve cognitive abilities, and it may also benefit blood circulation and physical
Why are so many disease outbreaks popping up at once in US? NewsNationSee more headlines & perspectives on Google News
A highly contagious Ebola virus species, Bundibugyo virus (BDBV), has driven several outbreaks since 2007, including the ongoing outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo and Uganda in 2026. Bundibugyo virus causes severe viral hemorrhagic fever that affects multiple organ systems, damages blood vessels and can progress to severe symptoms, including bleeding and shock. Because there was no licensed vaccine designed specifically for the virus, researchers wanted to know whether vaccines alread
Deadly infection: Florida reports first rare, flesh-eating bacteria death of the year FOX 13 Tampa BaySee more headlines & perspectives on Google News
Cary Gross, MD, professor of medicine (general internal medicine) at Yale School of Medicine, has studied financial conflicts of interest in American medicine for more than 20 years. In a recent systematic review published in JNCI: Journal of the National Cancer Institute, Gross and his colleagues examined the prevalence of financial conflicts of interest in cancer research and care in the United States, where cancer care spending exceeds $200 billion per year.
What Happens to Your Blood Pressure When You Start Drinking More Water EatingWell
Members of diasporas across the world, such as the large Indian diaspora, are influenced by the food and lifestyle of the countries where they live. The new societal factors they experience, together with differences in their genetic makeup, often uniquely affect their health outcomes for diseases like Alzheimer's and dementia. Comprehensive risk-assessment studies of various diasporas are needed to develop research and policies that address emerging health issues arising from global population
Nearly one-quarter of teens reported using mobile food delivery services during school hours, and almost half said they use them after school, according to a national survey of more than 1,000 U.S. adolescents.
Can this new enzyme turn back the clock in the human body? The Seattle TimesSee more headlines & perspectives on Google News
Despite improvements in how AI chatbots detect and respond to suicidal ideation, they still struggle with most other mental health conditions, researchers found.
US FDA nod for 1st pill to replace jabs to fight high cholesterol The Times of India FDA Approves New Pill That Lowers Cholesterol Levels By Nearly 60% Healthline I’m a cardiologist. I’m not sure the new cholesterol drug enlicitide is a game-changer STAT Newly approved pill cuts LDL cholesterol levels by more than half Harvard Health We’re beating heart disease vox.com
Older Australians account for almost half of all hospitalizations and more than half of total patient days, yet there is no consistent way to measure whether this care improves their quality of life beyond clinical outcomes.
Ladera Ranch erupts as cancer bosses release new figures on extremely rare cluster striking kids YahooSee more headlines & perspectives on Google News
Every encounter between a T cell and a potential target—especially when that target is a developing tumor—begins with a rapid series of molecular decisions. Within seconds, the immune cell must determine whether to launch an attack or stand down. T cells are so potent, so potentially devastating, that misreading the situation can cause serious tissue injury.
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We commonly say an art curator casts "an expert eye" over a painting, or an auditor over a set of accounts. But what is it that, for example, allows an experienced birdwatcher to identify an uncommon species rapidly, at a distance and against a chaotic background in the wild? And what separates the gaze of a qualified brain surgeon from that of a first-year medical student? How is that kind of visual expertise acquired?
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The American College of Chest Physicians (CHEST) has released a new clinical guideline on obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) in pregnancy. Published in the journal CHEST, the guideline contains nine evidence-based recommendations that provide a reliable model for caring for pregnant patients with OSA.
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An audit of toddler foods sold at 21 grocery stores in Texas revealed that 4 out of 5 products were ultra-processed and 49% of all products failed to meet at least one nutrient standard established by the World Health Organization (WHO) Nutrition and Promotion Profile Model (NPPM) for commercial foods intended for children ages 6–36 months.
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Habit formation describes the repeated performance of a behavior until it becomes routine: in other words, the shift from deliberate to automatic decision-making. This concept is often invoked as a way to improve one's life by making beneficial activities that can otherwise feel tedious, such as cleaning, studying and regular exercise, part of a routine.
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Medics have recorded more than 3,000 Ebola cases, including 1,354 deaths, in the Democratic Republic of Congo's 17th outbreak, officials said Sunday, after infections surged by around 1,000 in just 10 days.
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‘Game-changing’ spit test could shrink years-long wait for diagnosis of condition that affects 190M women New York Post 'I lost years waiting for endometriosis diagnosis' BBC Speeding up gynaecological diagnoses Healthcare Today Rapid endometriosis tests not yet coming to Jersey – but UK rollout being ‘monitored’ Jersey Evening Post UK experts unveil endometriosis tests that could cut diagnosis time from 9 years to 45 minutes; call them 'game changing' Deccan Herald
Many young adults may be entering adulthood without the practical skills needed to manage their own health care, suggests a new national poll. Nearly 1 in 6 parents said their young adult child, ages 18–25, doesn't handle any basic health care responsibilities independently—from scheduling appointments to providing family history—according to the University of Michigan Health C.S. Mott Children's Hospital National Poll on Children's Health.
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Burnout is pushing emergency physicians to leave the specialty or reduce clinical hours, adding to the body of research pointing to a crisis in health care in Canada, according to a new study published in CMAJ (Canadian Medical Association Journal).
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It happens just when you need to leave. Bags are packed. Shoes are on. Then your child decides a sweater is impossible. You say, "Put your sweater on." They say, "I'm not cold." Do kids really not feel the cold like adults do? Or are they just expressing their independence? And when should you insist?
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Your Mouth Could Hold the Secrets to a Longer and Healthier Life WSJ How poor oral health puts your overall health at risk health enews Say ah! Healthcare begins with your mouth The Guardian Nigeria News International Self-Care Day: Self-care starts with a smile London Daily News
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Scientists Probe Final Moments of Clarity in Dementia Patients Newser
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Chinese scientist faces probe after girl dies ‘after experimental gene therapy’ South China Morning Post Exclusive: A couple paid more than $800,000 for a gene-editing therapy for their daughter. She died, and it wasn’t made public Retraction Watch Fatal gene-editing trial in China raises ethics and oversight questions STAT Girl’s death in China reveals human cost of unregulated science The Hindu Death of girl in Chinese gene-editing trial kept secret: Report Medical Xpress
Time-restricted eating may help retain cognitive function in older adults Medical Xpress Restricted eating hours may reduce cognitive decline in older age, researchers find The Guardian Restricting eating to nine-hour window ‘may help fight dementia’ The Times Eating within 8 hours may help keep the aging brain sharp ScienceDaily Rutgers study links 9-hour eating window to better cognition in older adults 동아사이언스
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Research Shows Melatonin May Help Relieve Certain Types of Chronic Pain Verywell Health Melatonin benefits beyond sleep Mayo Clinic Press Sleep gummies, super doses and side effects PressReader Scientists Say This Popular Supplement May Offer Chronic Pain Relief Prevention Beyond Sleep: Could Melatonin for Pain Relief Be the Missing Link? JO24
CRISPR makes prostate cancer vulnerable to immunotherapy ScienceDaily Reprogramming Immune-Cold Prostate Tumors Improves Therapeutic Response Technology Networks New Tool Supercharges Immunotherapy Against Prostate Cancer SciTechDaily Gene editing may help the immune system find prostate cancer Ynetnews Scientists Found How Prostate Tumors Vanish from the Immune System's Radar and How to Make Them Visible Again Medical Daily
When my family moved in with my parents, we set some ground rules. However, it's our unspoken rules that have helped the most. Business Insider
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