In two separate studies, researchers monitored more than 100 4-6-year-olds and found that they didn’t understand messages about inclusiveness. Source: EurekaAlert, https://www.eurekalert.org
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FRIDAY, Feb. 6, 2026 -- There has been a decrease in the male-to-female ratio for autism spectrum disorder (ASD) over time and with increasing age at diagnosis, according to a study published online Feb. 4 in The BMJ.Caroline Fyfe, Ph.D., from the...
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Researchers have discovered a previously unknown enzyme that plays a crucial role in fat production. By blocking it, they stopped weight gain, reduced liver damage, and lowered harmful cholesterol levels in animal studies. The finding opens the door to a new kind of medication that could tackle obesity, fatty liver disease, and cardiovascular disease all at once.
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Colorectal cancer has long baffled scientists because, unlike most tumors, patients often do better when their cancers are packed with immune-suppressing regulatory T cells. New research finally explains why. Scientists discovered that these T cells aren’t all the same: one subtype actually helps keep tumors in check, while another shields cancer from immune attack. The balance between these “good” and “bad” cells can determine whether a tumor grows or shrinks.
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FRIDAY, Feb. 6, 2026 -- Opportunistic bilateral salpingectomy (OBS) is associated with a risk reduction in serous ovarian carcinoma, according to a research letter published online Feb. 2 in JAMA Network Open. Ramlogan Sowamber, M.P.H., from the...
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FRIDAY, Feb. 6, 2026 -- Artificial intelligence (AI)-supported mammography screening shows favorable outcomes versus standard double reading, with a noninferior interval cancer rate, according to a study published online Jan. 31 in The...
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FRIDAY, Feb. 6, 2026 -- Adults with congenital heart disease (CHD) have a persistently high risk for cardiac reoperation, according to a study presented at the annual meeting of the Society of Thoracic Surgeons (STS), held from Jan. 29 to Feb. 1 in...
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FRIDAY, Feb. 6, 2026 -- Children who undergo operative vaginal delivery and second-stage cesarean delivery (SSCD) generally have comparable neurodevelopmental outcomes, according to a study published online Jan. 30 in JAMA Network Open. Maya...
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FRIDAY, Feb. 6, 2026 -- Perioperative morbidity and mortality are slightly reduced with coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG) performed off-pump (OPCAB) by experienced surgeons, according to a study presented at the annual meeting of the Society of...
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FRIDAY, Feb. 6, 2026 -- Higher drinking water salinity is associated with elevated blood pressure and a higher risk for hypertension, according to a review published online Dec. 10 in BMJ Global Health. Rajat Das Gupta, M.B.B.S., M.P.H., Ph.D...
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The Trump administration agreed to drop a controversial pilot that would have allowed drugmakers to give post-sales rebates on some drugs instead of upfront discounts.
- New DNA-based vaccine scaffolds boost targeted immune responses to HIVna 06/02/2026 u 2:07 pm
One of the biggest hurdles in developing an HIV vaccine is coaxing the body to produce the right kind of immune cells and antibodies. In most vaccines, HIV proteins are attached to a larger protein scaffolding that mimics a virus.
- Needle-thin brain implant enables recording and targeted drug deliveryna 06/02/2026 u 1:53 pm
A new type of brain implant may have implications for both brain research and future treatments of neurological diseases such as epilepsy.
- Centene swings to loss but predicts stabilization in 2026po Rebecca Pifer Parduhn na 06/02/2026 u 1:05 pm
Centene outperformed in the fourth quarter, while predicting earnings growth in 2026 — a rarity among managed care companies’ generally dour outlooks.
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FRIDAY, Feb. 6, 2026 — The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) will now allow food labels to claim products have “no artificial colors” as long as they avoid petroleum-based dyes. Before this change, announced Wednesday, food...
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FRIDAY, Feb. 6, 2026 — People with life-threatening injuries may have a better chance of surviving if care arrives by helicopter, a new U.K. study suggests. Researchers looked at nearly a decade of data from an air ambulance service in...
- American Medical Association Says Gender Surgeries for Minors Should Waitna 06/02/2026 u 1:02 pm
FRIDAY, Feb. 6, 2026 — Another major medical group says most gender-related surgeries for minors in the U.S. should be postponed until adulthood. The American Medical Association (AMA) said Wednesday that surgical interventions for children...
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Griffith University researchers are on the cusp of a new vaccine to prevent chikungunya, a global health threat which attacks human joint tissue.
- Investigational anti-clotting drug reduces risk of second ischemic stroke without bleeding concernsna 06/02/2026 u 12:12 pm
An investigational anti-clotting medication, asundexian, demonstrated a reduction in the risk of a second ischemic (clot-caused) stroke without raising bleeding concerns, according to a preliminary late-breaking science presentation at the American Stroke Association's International Stroke Conference 2026.
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FRIDAY, Feb. 6, 2026 — A fast-spreading stomach virus has sidelined the Finnish women’s hockey team, forcing officials to postpone a highly anticipated Olympic matchup against Canada. The Finnish Ice Hockey Association confirmed that 13...
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Scientists at Keck Medicine of USC are testing an experimental stem cell therapy that aims to restore the brain’s ability to produce dopamine, the chemical whose loss drives Parkinson’s disease. The early-stage clinical trial involves implanting lab-grown dopamine-producing cells directly into a key movement-control region of the brain, with the hope of slowing disease progression and improving motor function.
- Triple negative breast cancer cells use new strategy to boost metastatic abilityna 06/02/2026 u 11:42 am
Researchers at Baylor College of Medicine have uncovered a strategy that triple negative breast cancer (TNBC) cells use to boost their ability to metastasize, or spread to other organs.
- 11th Innate Killer Summit returns to San Diego, showcasing clinical data that signals renewed momentum in NK cell therapyna 06/02/2026 u 11:25 am
The 11th Innate Killer Summit returns, bringing together global leaders advancing natural killer (NK) cell–based immunotherapies.
- New meta-analysis challenges claims of athletic advantage for transgender womenna 06/02/2026 u 11:23 am
A meta-analysis of 52 studies reveals insights into body composition and fitness in transgender athletes, challenging assumptions about competitive advantage.
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FRIDAY, Feb. 6, 2026 — A simple surgical add-on can dramatically reduce a woman’s risk of ovarian cancer, a new study says. Proactively removing the fallopian tubes during routine gynecologic surgeries like hysterectomy or tubal...
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FRIDAY, Feb. 6, 2026 — Americans could be facing an uphill battle when it comes to protecting their heart health as they age, a new Cleveland Clinic poll reveals. Nearly 3 of 4 Americans (72%) feel confident in their ability to maintain heart...
- A 'Natural' Option For IVF Is As Effective In Producing Healthy Babies, Trial Showsna 06/02/2026 u 11:02 am
FRIDAY, Jan. 6, 2026 — A slightly more complicated method of in vitro fertilization (IVF) might produce better results for mother and baby, a new Chinese clinical trial has found. Timing implantation of a frozen embryo to a woman’s...
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FRIDAY, Feb. 6, 2026 — For many people, the best defense against skin cancer comes with a frustrating side effect: A ghostly, chalky white film. Now, researchers at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) have developed a mineral...
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FRIDAY, Feb. 6, 2026 — Even before they can crawl or speak, infants are essentially "wired" for music. A new study reveals that humans enter the world with a built-in ability to anticipate musical beats, though the capacity to track a melody...
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FRIDAY, Feb. 6, 2026 — The keto diet might help ease depression in people who aren’t responding to antidepressants, a new study reports. People prescribed a keto diet had slightly lower symptoms of depression after six weeks compared to...
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New research using rhesus monkeys suggests that the brain’s relationship with alcohol may begin forming long before a person ever takes a drink. Scientists found that exposure to alcohol before birth reshaped the brain’s dopamine system, a key player in motivation and reward, and those changes were linked to faster drinking later in adulthood.
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Scientists in Australia have uncovered a clever new way to fight some of the most dangerous drug-resistant bacteria by targeting a sugar that exists only on bacterial cells. By designing antibodies that recognize this unique sugar, researchers were able to guide the immune system to attack and eliminate deadly infections that normally shrug off antibiotics.
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- FDA Approves Combination Yuvezzi Eye Drop for Presbyopia in Adultsna 05/02/2026 u 9:02 pm
THURSDAY, Feb. 5, 2026 -- The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved Yuvezzi (carbachol and brimonidine tartrate) ophthalmic solution 2.75 percent/0.1 percent, previously known as Brimochol PF, as the first and only dual-agent eye drop for...
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THURSDAY, Feb. 5, 2026 — A group of medications often used to treat diabetes may also help protect aging kidneys, according to a new study. Published recently in the journal Kidney International, the study tested drugs called SGLT2 inhibitors...
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THURSDAY, Feb. 5, 2026 -- More than one in four pregnant or postpartum patients with acute stroke experience missed diagnostic opportunities (MDO), according to a study published online Jan. 26 in Stroke. Noora Haghighi, from Columbia University in...
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THURSDAY, Feb. 5, 2026 -- For lower-risk patients undergoing coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG) for multivessel disease, radial artery plus one internal thoracic artery (SITA+RA) and bilateral ITA (BITA) utilization is increasing, with survival...
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THURSDAY, Feb. 5, 2026 -- For adults with clinically node-negative non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC), assessment of more than one N1 nodal station is associated with increased nodal upstaging and improved survival, according to a study presented at...
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THURSDAY, Feb. 5, 2026 -- Patients with neuropathic bladder (NB) undergoing total hip arthroplasty (THA) face significantly higher risks for postoperative complications, according to a study published in the February issue of the Journal of...
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THURSDAY, Feb. 5, 2026 -- Elevated epithelial injury biomarkers and profibrotic signaling are seen in association with residual lung abnormalities (RLA) on follow-up computed tomography (CT) following recovery from acute COVID-19, according to a...
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THURSDAY, Feb. 5, 2026 -- Perimenopausal fasting insulin and body mass index (BMI) are associated with distinct menopausal changes, according to a study published online Jan. 3 in the Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism. Faria Athar...
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THURSDAY, Feb. 5, 2026 -- For patients with perioperative myocardial infarction/injury (PMI) after undergoing noncardiac surgery, cardiologist evaluation is associated with a reduced risk for major adverse cardiac events and all-cause death at one...
- Exposure to Wildfire Smoke Fine Particulate Matter Linked to Increased Stroke Riskna 05/02/2026 u 4:02 pm
THURSDAY, Feb. 5, 2026 -- Exposure to wildfire smoke fine particulate matter (PM2.5) is associated with an increased risk for incident stroke among older adults, according to a study published online Jan. 27 in the European Heart Journal. Hua Hao...
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Researchers have figured out how psoriasis can quietly turn into joint disease for some patients. Immune cells formed in inflamed skin can travel through the blood and reach the joints, where they sometimes trigger inflammation. The key difference lies in the joint’s ability to keep those cells in check. This insight could help doctors identify warning signs early and prevent lasting joint damage.
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The vendor could prove a significant competitor in the AI notetaking space, given Epic’s leading market share in electronic health records.
- This simple diet shift cut 330 calories a day without smaller mealsna 05/02/2026 u 3:04 pm
People who switch to a fully unprocessed diet don’t just eat differently—they eat smarter. Research from the University of Bristol shows that when people avoid ultra-processed foods, they naturally pile their plates with fruits and vegetables, eating over 50% more food by weight while still consuming hundreds fewer calories each day. This happens because whole foods trigger a kind of built-in “nutritional intelligence,” nudging people toward nutrient-rich, lower-calorie options.
- New Mexico Baby Dies From Listeria Linked to Raw Milk, Health Officials Warnna 05/02/2026 u 3:02 pm
THURSDAY, Feb. 5, 2026 — New Mexico health officials are urging residents to avoid raw milk after a newborn died from listeria, a dangerous foodborne illness. The New Mexico Department of Health said officials suspect the infant became...
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THURSDAY, Feb. 5, 2026 — A major group of U.S. plastic surgeons is now urging doctors to delay gender transition surgeries for young patients until they are at least 19 years old. The American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS) announced the...
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Visit volume for physicians who scaled back on appointments declined nearly 33%, but their EHR time only fell 21%, according to a study published in Health Affairs.
- Measles Spreads to College Campuses as Cases Rise Across 17 Statesna 05/02/2026 u 2:02 pm
THURSDAY, Feb. 5, 2026 — Measles is now extending beyond families with young children, with outbreaks reported on college campuses and communities across the country. At least 12 people have tested positive for measles at Ave Maria University...
- Doctors may be missing early signs of kidney diseasena 05/02/2026 u 1:28 pm
Kidney disease often creeps in silently, and many patients aren’t diagnosed until major damage is already done. New research shows that even “normal” kidney test results can signal danger if they’re unusually low for someone’s age. By mapping kidney function across the population, scientists revealed who’s quietly at higher risk. A new online tool could help doctors catch these warning signs years earlier.
- Cigna posts ‘low-drama’ fourth quarter following major FTC settlementpo Rebecca Pifer Parduhn na 05/02/2026 u 12:42 pm
Cigna is hoping the settlement it reached with regulators paired with recent legislation will mollify calls to reform PBMs — without affecting Express Scripts’ profitability.
- Scientists just mapped the mutations that power cancer growthna 05/02/2026 u 12:29 pm
Researchers have created the first complete map showing how hundreds of mutations in a key cancer gene affect tumor growth. By testing every possible mutation in a critical hotspot, they found that some changes barely boost cancer signals, while others supercharge them. When matched against real patient data, the map accurately predicted cancer behavior across tissues.
- Mediterranean Diet Can Lower Stroke Riskna 05/02/2026 u 11:02 am
THURSDAY, Feb. 5, 2026 — People who follow a Mediterranean diet might lower their risk of stroke, a new study reports. Overall, women who stuck most closely to an eating pattern resembling the Mediterranean diet had an 18% lower risk of any...
- Researchers Identify Two Emerging Animal Viruses as Potential Global Health Threatsna 05/02/2026 u 11:02 am
THURSDAY, Feb. 5, 2026 — Infectious disease experts are sounding the alarm about two pathogens in animals that have the potential to trigger the next major health crisis. Researchers warn that influenza D and canine coronavirus are...
- Beyond Grip Strength: Study Shows Daily Movement is Key to Living Well With Osteoarthritisna 05/02/2026 u 11:02 am
THURSDAY, Feb. 5, 2026 — For the millions of people with osteoarthritis, the ability to squeeze a handgrip may be less important to their quality of life than the ability to get out of a chair. A study, published recently in the European...
- Wildfire Smoke Contributes To Tens Of Thousands Of U.S. Deaths Annuallyna 05/02/2026 u 11:02 am
THURSDAY, Feb. 5, 2026 — Tens of thousands of Americans are expected to die each year from exposure to wildfire smoke, a new study projects. Wildfire smoke could contribute to as many as 24,100 deaths every year, researchers estimate in the...
- The Reason Why Many Older Americans Skip Seasonal Vaccinesna 05/02/2026 u 11:02 am
THURSDAY, Feb. 5, 2026 — Many middle-aged folks and seniors are shrugging off their annual flu or COVID-19 shot for a very simple reason, a new survey has found. They just don’t think they need another jab. About 28% of people older...
- Family Meals Protect Teens From Drinking, Drug Usena 05/02/2026 u 11:02 am
THURSDAY, Feb. 5, 2026 — Want to keep your teenager from using drugs or drinking? Make time to have dinner with them, a new study suggests. Most teens who have regular dinners with their family are less likely to turn to substance use...
- Air ambulance teams are changing who survives critical injuriesna 05/02/2026 u 7:56 am
Advanced care provided by air ambulance teams was linked to higher survival rates in major trauma patients. Researchers found that more people survived than predicted by standard models, including many with severe injuries and low chances of survival. Younger patients and those more responsive at first assessment benefited most. Outcomes for traumatic cardiac arrest also improved steadily over the study period.
- Two-month-old babies are already making sense of the worldna 05/02/2026 u 5:14 am
At just two months old, babies are already organizing the world in their minds. Brain scans revealed distinct patterns as infants looked at pictures of animals, toys, and everyday objects, showing early category recognition. Scientists used AI to help decode these patterns, offering a rare glimpse into infant thinking. The results suggest babies begin learning and understanding far sooner than expected.
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WEDNESDAY, Feb. 4, 2026 -- The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved Darzalex Faspro (daratumumab and hyaluronidase-fihj) in combination with bortezomib, lenalidomide, and dexamethasone (D-VRd) for the treatment of adult patients with newly...
- Express Scripts reaches ‘landmark’ settlement with FTC in insulin suitpo Rebecca Pifer Parduhn na 04/02/2026 u 5:28 pm
The agreement includes sweeping changes for Cigna’s PBM, including no longer preferring expensive drugs over cheaper equivalents on standard formularies and reshoring its controversial rebate aggregator.
- New nasal vaccine shows strong protection against H5N1 bird fluna 04/02/2026 u 4:43 pm
As bird flu continues to circulate in animals and spill over into humans, researchers are racing to stop it before it adapts to spread widely between people. A new nasal spray vaccine showed strong protection against H5N1 in animal tests, outperforming traditional flu shots. Because it targets the nose and lungs, it may prevent infection at the earliest stage.
- One-quarter of Medicaid doctors don’t actually treat Medicaid patients: studypo Rebecca Pifer Parduhn na 04/02/2026 u 4:20 pm
The new research published in Health Affairs adds to concerns about low physician participation in the safety-net insurance program, especially among mental health practitioners.
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WEDNESDAY, Feb. 4, 2026 -- In a guideline issued by the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association and published online Jan. 26 in Stroke, updated recommendations are presented for the early management of patients with acute ischemic...
- Psychotherapy Can Improve Grief Disorder for Bereaved Personsna 04/02/2026 u 4:02 pm
WEDNESDAY, Feb. 4, 2026 -- Individual psychotherapy can improve grief disorder, grief, and depression symptoms for bereaved or soon-to-be bereaved persons, according to a review published online Feb. 3 in the Annals of Internal Medicine. Sangeeta...
- High-Value Program Involves Less Frequent Screens After HPV Vaccinationna 04/02/2026 u 4:02 pm
WEDNESDAY, Feb. 4, 2026 -- For women who are vaccinated against human papillomavirus (HPV) by age 30 years, a high-value screening program likely involves less frequent screening, according to a study published online Feb. 3 in the Annals of...
- Consensus Statement Addresses Triaging of Adults With UTI Concernsna 04/02/2026 u 4:02 pm
WEDNESDAY, Feb. 4, 2026 -- In a consensus statement published online Feb. 2 in JAMA Network Open, the appropriateness of empiric antibiotics, urine testing, and clinical evaluation options are considered for adults presenting with concerns for...
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WEDNESDAY, Feb. 4, 2026 -- There is a gap between what perimenopause symptoms women expect and what they experience, according to a study published online Jan. 28 in Menopause. Mary S. Hedges, M.D., from the Mayo Clinic in Jacksonville, Florida...
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WEDNESDAY, Feb. 4, 2026 -- The prevalence of obesity is high in the United States and is expected to continue increasing to 46.9 percent of the adult population by 2035, according to a study published online Jan. 28 in the Journal of the American...
- Sex Hormones Linked to Cardiovascular Events in Men With Type 2 Diabetesna 04/02/2026 u 4:02 pm
WEDNESDAY, Feb. 4, 2026 -- In men with type 2 diabetes (T2D), sex hormones are associated with cardiovascular (CV) events, according to a study published online Jan. 26 in Diabetes Care. Teresa Gisinger, M.D., Ph.D., from the Medical University of...
- Maternal Anemia, Erythrocytosis Linked to Neonatal Morbidity and Mortalityna 04/02/2026 u 4:02 pm
WEDNESDAY, Feb. 4, 2026 -- In a high-income setting, maternal anemia and relative erythrocytosis are associated with severe neonatal morbidity and mortality (SNM-M), according to a study published online Feb. 3 in the Annals of Internal...
- The overlooked nutrition risk of Ozempic and Wegovyna 04/02/2026 u 3:43 pm
Popular weight-loss drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy can dramatically curb appetite, but experts warn many users are flying blind when it comes to nutrition. New research suggests people taking these medications may not be getting enough guidance on protein, vitamins, and overall diet quality, increasing the risk of muscle loss and nutrient deficiencies.
- Trump signs funding bill with PBM reforms, hospital-at-home and telehealth extensionspo Emily Olsen na 04/02/2026 u 3:38 pm
The funding package ends a partial government shutdown and enacts several healthcare policies, including preserving telehealth flexibilities in Medicare through 2027.
- RFK Jr. Expands Faith-Based Addiction Care as Drug Use and Homelessness Risena 04/02/2026 u 3:02 pm
WEDNESDAY, Feb. 4, 2026 — Amid mounting drug use and homelessness in U.S. cities, Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. said the federal government is overhauling the way it fights addiction. The strategy announced Monday includes a new...
- Dad’s Early Bond May Affect a Child’s Health Years Later, Study Findsna 04/02/2026 u 3:02 pm
WEDNESDAY, Feb. 4, 2026 — For decades, researchers mostly blamed moms when children developed long-term mental or physical health problems. Now, a new study suggests someone else may play a bigger role than once thought: Dad. By age 7...
- Slashed Foreign Aid May Cost 9.4 Million Lives by 2030, Study Saysna 04/02/2026 u 3:02 pm
WEDNESDAY, Feb. 4, 2026 — Cuts to foreign aid are already shutting down soup kitchens, limiting medicine supplies and reducing food rations in some of the world’s poorest countries. Now, new research suggests the damage could get much...
- Two Measles Cases Found at Texas Immigrant Detention Centerna 04/02/2026 u 3:02 pm
WEDNESDAY, Feb. 4, 2026 — Two people held at a large immigrant family detention center in Dilley, Texas, have tested positive for measles, officials said. The South Texas Family Residential Center, located about 70 miles south of San Antonio...
- Genetic testing takes greater share of Medicare Part B test spending: OIGpo Susan Kelly na 04/02/2026 u 2:55 pm
Spending on the tests, which analyze genetic material from both people and pathogens, rose 20% year over year in 2024, the analysis found.
- A 25-year study found an unexpected link between cheese and dementiana 04/02/2026 u 2:44 pm
A massive Swedish study tracking nearly 28,000 people for 25 years found an unexpected link between full-fat dairy and brain health. Among adults without a genetic risk for Alzheimer’s, eating more full-fat cheese was associated with a noticeably lower risk of developing the disease, while higher cream intake was tied to reduced dementia risk overall. The findings challenge decades of low-fat dietary advice but come with important caveats.
- MIT's new brain tool could finally explain consciousnessna 04/02/2026 u 12:42 pm
Scientists still don’t know how the brain turns physical activity into thoughts, feelings, and awareness—but a powerful new tool may help crack the mystery. Researchers at MIT are exploring transcranial focused ultrasound, a noninvasive technology that can precisely stimulate deep regions of the brain that were previously off-limits. In a new “roadmap” paper, they explain how this method could finally let scientists test cause-and-effect in consciousness research, not just observe correlations.
- Ultra-Processed Foods Might Shorten The Lives Of Cancer Survivorsna 04/02/2026 u 11:02 am
WEDNESDAY, Feb. 4, 2026 — Beating cancer is no small feat, but a diet loaded with ultra-processed foods might undercut survivors’ future health, a new study says. Cancer survivors with diets high in ultra-processed foods have a 59%...
- Most Teens With IBS Outgrow Symptoms by Adulthood, Study Findsna 04/02/2026 u 11:02 am
WEDNESDAY, Feb. 4, 2026 — For many teenagers, the cramping and discomfort of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) can feel like a life sentence. But a new long-term study offers good news: A majority of adolescents with the condition will likely...
- From Injury to Inspiration: Teen’s Lego Project Brightens Hospital Recoveryna 04/02/2026 u 11:02 am
WEDNESDAY, Feb. 4, 2026 — When high school athlete Devin Brenner suffered a catastrophic knee injury during a long jump event, his competitive dreams were suddenly replaced by a grueling 10-month road to recovery. Now, the 18-year-old is...
- Oxybutynin Can Reduce Hot Flashes Among Prostate Cancer Patientsna 04/02/2026 u 11:02 am
WEDNESDAY, Feb. 4, 2026 — A pill used to treat an overactive bladder can also be used to reduce hot flashes among men taking hormone-deprivation therapy for prostate cancer. Men taking oxybutynin had a dramatic decrease in the number and...
- Pink Noise Might Interfere With Healthy Sleep, Trial Findsna 04/02/2026 u 11:02 am
WEDNESDAY, Feb. 4, 2026 — "Pink noise” has become a trendy sleep aid, but a new study says it actually might interfere with brain activity during sleep. People listening to pink noise suffered a decrease in the amount of time they were...
- New Combo Therapy Extends Survival By More Than A Year In Advanced Triple Positive Breast Cancersna 04/02/2026 u 11:02 am
WEDNESDAY, Feb. 4, 2026 — Taking one additional pill could buy more than an extra year of precious time for people with advanced breast cancer, a new clinical trial showed. Adding the targeted drug palbociclib (Ibrance) to existing therapies...
- Why heart disease risk in type 2 diabetes looks different for men and womenna 04/02/2026 u 7:21 am
Scientists are digging into why heart disease risk in type 2 diabetes differs between men and women—and sex hormones may be part of the story. In a large Johns Hopkins study, men with higher testosterone had lower heart disease risk, while rising estradiol levels were linked to higher risk. These hormone effects were not seen in women. The results point toward more personalized approaches to heart disease prevention in diabetes.
- Sound machines might be making your sleep worsena 04/02/2026 u 5:58 am
Sound machines may not be the sleep saviors many believe. Researchers found that pink noise significantly reduced REM sleep, while simple earplugs did a better job protecting deep, restorative sleep from traffic noise. When pink noise was combined with outside noise, sleep quality dropped even further. The results suggest that popular “sleep sounds” could be doing more harm than good—particularly for kids.
- Major Demographic Transition Happening in U.S. Birthsna 03/02/2026 u 11:02 pm
TUESDAY, Feb. 3, 2026 -- There is a major demographic transition in U.S. births, according to a research letter published online Jan. 30 in JAMA Network Open. Amos Grünebaum, M.D., and Frank A. Chervenak, M.D., from Northwell Health in New Hyde...
- Most U.S. Adults Unaware of Nonstatin Treatments to Lower Cholesterolna 03/02/2026 u 11:02 pm
TUESDAY, Feb. 3, 2026 -- Most U.S. adults have heard of statins to lower cholesterol, but many do not know there are nonstatin medications, according to the results of a national survey commissioned by the Ohio State University Wexner Medical...
- Recommendations Developed for Diagnosing Light Chain Amyloidosisna 03/02/2026 u 11:02 pm
TUESDAY, Feb. 3, 2026 -- In guidelines issued by the American Society of Hematology and published online Jan. 27 in Blood Advances, recommendations are presented for diagnosing light chain (AL) amyloidosis. Vishal Kukreti, M.D., from the Princess...
- Cooled Laser Focal Therapy Has High Treatment Success for Localized Prostate Cancerna 03/02/2026 u 5:02 pm
TUESDAY, Feb. 3, 2026 -- A novel, cooled laser focal therapy (cLFT) exhibits high treatment success for localized prostate cancer (PCa), according to a study published online Jan. 28 in BJU International. Jonathan Kam, M.D., from Nepean Hospital in...
- Arachidonic + Docosahexaenoic Acid Cuts Risk for Severe Retinopathy of Prematurity by Nearly Halfna 03/02/2026 u 5:02 pm
TUESDAY, Feb. 3, 2026 -- Arachidonic acid (AA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) decrease the risk for severe retinopathy of prematurity (ROP) in extremely preterm infants by nearly half, according to a research letter published online Jan. 29 in JAMA...
- Achieving Low Serum Urate Levels Can Cut Risk for Cardiovascular Events in Goutna 03/02/2026 u 5:02 pm
TUESDAY, Feb. 3, 2026 -- For patients with gout who were newly prescribed urate-lowering treatment (ULT), achieving serum urate levels lower than 6 mg/dL is associated with a lower risk for major adverse cardiovascular events, according to a study...
- Presurgical Pembrolizumab Beneficial for Desmoplastic Melanomana 03/02/2026 u 5:02 pm
TUESDAY, Feb. 3, 2026 -- For patients with desmoplastic melanoma, neoadjuvant treatment with pembrolizumab, a programmed death-1 (PD-1) immune checkpoint inhibitor, results in a pathological complete response rate of 71 percent, according to a study...
- Incidence of Psychotic Disorders Higher in More Recent Birth Cohortsna 03/02/2026 u 5:02 pm
TUESDAY, Feb. 3, 2026 -- The incidence of psychotic disorders has increased in more recent birth cohorts, according to a study published online Feb. 2 in CMAJ, the journal of the Canadian Medical Association. Daniel T. Myran, M.D., M.P.H., from...
- Men Have Higher Risk, Earlier Onset of Premature Cardiovascular Diseasena 03/02/2026 u 5:02 pm
TUESDAY, Feb. 3, 2026 -- Men have a significantly higher risk for premature cardiovascular disease (CVD) and a significantly earlier onset compared with women, according to a study published online Jan. 28 in the Journal of the American Heart...
- WHO Says Nipah Virus Risk Is Low After Two Cases Reported in Indiana 03/02/2026 u 4:02 pm
TUESDAY, Feb. 3, 2026 — The World Health Organization (WHO) says there is a low risk that the deadly Nipah virus will spread beyond India, where two people tested positive. In an email sent to the Reuters news agency, the WHO said it does not...
- This unexpected plant discovery could change how drugs are madena 03/02/2026 u 3:06 pm
Plants make chemical weapons to protect themselves, and many of these compounds have become vital to human medicine. Researchers found that one powerful plant chemical is produced using a gene that looks surprisingly bacterial. This suggests plants reuse microbial tools to invent new chemistry. The insight could help scientists discover new drugs and produce them more sustainably.
- Couples Are Happier When They See Their Partner as a Saver, Study Saysna 03/02/2026 u 3:02 pm
TUESDAY, Feb. 3, 2026 — How couples see each other’s money habits may play a big part in how happy they feel, both in their relationship and their finances, according to new research from the University of Georgia. Spouses who viewed...
- Baby Formula Pulled in Europe After New Safety Limits on Harmful Toxinna 03/02/2026 u 3:02 pm
TUESDAY, Feb. 3, 2026 — Several baby formula brands are pulling products from stores after France lowered the allowed level of a toxin that can cause nausea, vomiting and diarrhea. On Monday, French companies Popote and Vitagermine removed...
- NASA’s Crew-12 Begins Quarantine Before February Launch to Space Stationna 03/02/2026 u 2:02 pm
TUESDAY, Feb. 3, 2026 — Four astronauts preparing for an extended stay in space have started quarantine as they get ready for their next big mission. The Crew-12 team entered a two-week isolation period Jan. 28 at NASA’s Johnson Space...
- Insulin Levels Linked To Hot Flashes, Night Sweats In Menopausena 03/02/2026 u 11:02 am
TUESDAY, Feb. 3, 2026 — Middle-aged women with elevated insulin levels might be in for a tougher menopause experience, a new study says. Women with higher insulin levels at age 47 are more likely to develop menopause symptoms like hot flashes...
- Faced With Common Heart Failure Symptoms, Most Young Adults Wouldn't Seek Carena 03/02/2026 u 11:02 am
TUESDAY, Feb. 3, 2026 — Alex Balmes’ symptoms were uncommon for a 32-year-old — irregular heartbeat, fatigue, shortness of breath, bloating, unexpected weight gain. In fact, these are all classic symptoms of heart failure, but...
- Widespread HPV Vaccination Could Dramatically Cut Cervical Cancer Screeningsna 03/02/2026 u 11:02 am
TUESDAY, Feb. 3, 2026 — American women might need only two to three cervical cancer screenings their entire lives if HPV vaccination becomes more widespread, a new study says. Women vaccinated against HPV between the ages of 12 to 24 likely...
- Grief Best Managed Through Talk Therapy, Evidence Showsna 03/02/2026 u 11:02 am
TUESDAY, Feb. 3, 2026 — Talk therapy is the best way to ease grief and depression following the death of a loved one, a new evidence review has concluded. There’s solid evidence that psychotherapy can help people work through their...
- High Blood Pressure Uncontrolled in 4 Out of 5 Americansna 03/02/2026 u 11:02 am
TUESDAY, Feb. 3, 2026 — Four out of 5 American adults with high blood pressure don’t have their condition under control, putting them at increased risk for heart disease and dementia, a new study says. About 79% of people with high...
- Stroke Rehab Focused On 'Good' Arm Shows Better Results, Trial Findsna 03/02/2026 u 11:02 am
TUESDAY, Feb. 3, 2026 — Stroke rehabilitation might be focusing on the wrong side of a survivor’s body, a new study says. Traditional rehab focuses on restoring strength and movement to the side of the body impaired by a stroke...
- A hidden cellular process may drive aging and diseasena 03/02/2026 u 8:05 am
As we age, our cells don’t just wear down—they reorganize. Researchers found that cells actively remodel a key structure called the endoplasmic reticulum, reducing protein-producing regions while preserving fat-related ones. This process, driven by ER-phagy, is tied to lifespan and healthy aging. Because these changes happen early, they could help trigger later disease—or offer a chance to stop it.
- This brain discovery is forcing scientists to rethink how memory worksna 03/02/2026 u 7:17 am
A new brain imaging study reveals that remembering facts and recalling life events activate nearly identical brain networks. Researchers expected clear differences but instead found strong overlap across memory types. The finding challenges decades of memory research. It may also help scientists better understand conditions like Alzheimer’s and dementia.
- Scientists discover protein that could heal leaky gut and ease depressionna 02/02/2026 u 4:37 pm
Chronic stress can damage the gut’s protective lining, triggering inflammation that may worsen depression. New research shows that stress lowers levels of a protein called Reelin, which plays a key role in both gut repair and brain health. Remarkably, a single injection restored Reelin levels and produced antidepressant-like effects in preclinical models. The findings hint at a future treatment that targets depression through the gut–brain connection.
- Scientists Warn: This “miracle cure” works only by damaging human cellsna 02/02/2026 u 3:52 pm
MMS has long been promoted as a miracle cure, but new research shows it’s essentially a toxic disinfectant. While it can kill bacteria, it only works at levels that also damage human cells and beneficial gut microbes. Scientists warn that homemade MMS mixtures are especially dangerous due to wildly inconsistent dosing. The study calls MMS a clear case where the risks are high—and the benefits are effectively zero.
- A silent brain disease can quadruple dementia riskna 02/02/2026 u 4:08 am
Researchers studying nearly 2 million older adults found that cerebral amyloid angiopathy sharply raises the risk of developing dementia. Within five years, people with the condition were far more likely to be diagnosed than those without it. The increased risk was present even without a history of stroke. Experts say this makes early screening for memory and thinking changes especially important.
- Alzheimer’s scrambles memories while the brain restsna 01/02/2026 u 3:41 pm
When the brain rests, it usually replays recent experiences to strengthen memory. Scientists found that in Alzheimer’s-like mice, this replay still occurs — but the signals are jumbled and poorly coordinated. As a result, memory-supporting brain cells lose their stability, and the animals struggle to remember where they’ve been.
- Middle age is becoming a breaking point in the U.S.na 01/02/2026 u 3:25 pm
Middle age is becoming a tougher chapter for many Americans, especially those born in the 1960s and early 1970s. Compared with earlier generations, they report more loneliness and depression, along with weaker physical strength and declining memory. These troubling trends stand out internationally, as similar declines are largely absent in other wealthy nations, particularly in Nordic Europe, where midlife well-being has improved.
- “Existential risk” – Why scientists are racing to define consciousnessna 01/02/2026 u 1:49 pm
Scientists warn that rapid advances in AI and neurotechnology are outpacing our understanding of consciousness, creating serious ethical risks. New research argues that developing scientific tests for awareness could transform medicine, animal welfare, law, and AI development. But identifying consciousness in machines, brain organoids, or patients could also force society to rethink responsibility, rights, and moral boundaries. The question of what it means to be conscious has never been more urgent—or more unsettling.
- Scientists discover how to turn gut bacteria into anti-aging factoriesna 01/02/2026 u 7:49 am
Researchers found that small doses of an antibiotic can coax gut bacteria into producing a life-extending compound. In worms, this led to longer lifespans, while mice showed healthier cholesterol and insulin changes. Because the drug stays in the gut, it avoids toxic side effects. The study points to a new way of promoting health by targeting microbes rather than the body itself.
- A hidden bat virus is infecting humansna 01/02/2026 u 6:46 am
Researchers in Bangladesh have identified a bat-borne virus, Pteropine orthoreovirus, in patients who were initially suspected of having Nipah virus but tested negative. All had recently consumed raw date-palm sap, a known pathway for bat-related infections. Genetic analysis confirmed live virus in several samples, pointing to active human infection. The finding raises concerns that dangerous bat viruses may be circulating undetected alongside Nipah.
- Scientists finally explain statin muscle painna 31/01/2026 u 3:39 pm
Statins are a cornerstone of heart health, but muscle pain and weakness cause many patients to quit taking them. Scientists have now identified the precise molecular trigger behind these side effects. They found that statins jam open a critical muscle protein, causing a toxic calcium leak. The discovery could lead to safer statins that keep their life-saving benefits without the muscle damage.
- A quiet change in everyday foods could save thousands of livesna 31/01/2026 u 2:27 pm
Lowering salt in everyday foods could quietly save lives. Researchers found that modest sodium reductions in bread, packaged foods, and takeout meals could significantly reduce heart disease and stroke rates in France and the U.K. The key advantage is that people would not need to alter their eating habits at all. Small changes to the food supply could deliver large, long-term health benefits.
- Late bedtimes are linked to higher heart disease riskna 30/01/2026 u 4:05 pm
People who naturally stay up late may be putting their hearts under added strain as they age. A large study tracking more than 300,000 adults found that middle-aged and older night owls had poorer overall heart health and a higher risk of heart attack and stroke than those who were active earlier in the day, with the effect especially pronounced in women. Much of this elevated risk appeared to stem from lifestyle factors common among evening types, including smoking and inadequate sleep.
- The early turning point when men’s heart risk acceleratesna 30/01/2026 u 3:52 pm
Men start developing heart disease earlier than women, with risks rising faster beginning around age 35, according to long-term research. The difference is driven mainly by coronary heart disease, not stroke or heart failure. Traditional risk factors explain only part of the gap. The findings suggest earlier screening could help catch problems before serious damage occurs.
- Breakthrough sepsis drug shows promise in human trialna 30/01/2026 u 3:44 pm
A new drug developed by Australian researchers has shown promising results in reducing sepsis in a Phase II clinical trial involving 180 patients. The carbohydrate-based treatment works by calming a dangerous immune reaction that can cause organ failure. With no specific anti-sepsis therapy currently available, the findings mark a major step forward. Researchers now aim to move into Phase III trials.
- Scientists find hidden pathways pancreatic cancer uses to spreadna 30/01/2026 u 12:44 pm
Researchers have discovered how pancreatic cancer reprograms its surroundings to spread quickly and stealthily. By using a protein called periostin, the tumor remodels nearby tissue and invades nerves, which helps cancer cells travel and form metastases. This process also creates a tough, fibrous barrier that makes treatments less effective. Targeting periostin could help stop this invasion before it starts.
- A fish that ages in months reveals how kidneys grow oldna 30/01/2026 u 12:31 pm
A fast-aging fish is giving scientists a rare, accelerated look at how kidneys grow old—and how a common drug may slow that process down. Researchers found that SGLT2 inhibitors, widely used to treat diabetes and heart disease, preserved kidney structure, blood vessels, and energy production as the fish aged, while also calming inflammation. The results help explain why these drugs protect kidneys and hearts so reliably in people, even beyond blood sugar control.
- New scan spots heart disease years before symptomsna 30/01/2026 u 8:50 am
A new imaging technology called fast-RSOM lets researchers see the smallest blood vessels in the body without invasive procedures. It can detect early dysfunction in these vessels — a quiet warning sign of future heart disease — long before symptoms appear. Unlike traditional risk estimates, it measures real changes happening in the body. The portable system could one day be used in routine checkups to catch heart risks earlier.
- A 20-year-old cancer vaccine may hold the key to long-term survivalna 30/01/2026 u 6:13 am
Two decades after a breast cancer vaccine trial, every participant is still alive—an astonishing result for metastatic disease. Scientists found their immune systems retained long-lasting memory cells primed to recognize cancer. By enhancing a key immune signal called CD27, researchers dramatically improved tumor elimination in lab studies. The findings suggest cancer vaccines may have been missing a crucial ingredient all along.
- A Trojan horse cancer therapy shows stunning resultsna 30/01/2026 u 6:05 am
Scientists at Mount Sinai have unveiled a bold new way to fight metastatic cancer by turning the tumor’s own defenses against it. Instead of attacking cancer cells head-on, the experimental immunotherapy targets macrophages—immune cells that tumors hijack to shield themselves from attack. By eliminating or reprogramming these “bodyguards,” the treatment cracks open the tumor’s protective barrier and allows the immune system to flood in and destroy the cancer.
- Dermatologists say collagen supplements aren’t the skin fix people expectna 30/01/2026 u 4:30 am
Collagen pills sound like a shortcut to younger skin, but solid evidence doesn’t back them up. Higher-quality studies show little benefit, and your body doesn’t absorb collagen in the way ads suggest. Some supplements may even pose safety concerns and lack proper testing. Experts recommend focusing on proven habits like sunscreen, retinoids, and a nutrient-rich diet instead.
- A diabetes drug shows surprising promise against heart diseasena 29/01/2026 u 2:44 pm
An experimental drug once known for helping control type 2 diabetes may also fight heart disease. Researchers found IC7Fc lowered cholesterol, blood fats, and artery-clogging plaques while calming inflammation linked to heart attacks and strokes. Notably, these benefits appeared even without weight loss, suggesting the drug could help lean people at risk of heart disease.
- A simple blood test could spot Parkinson’s years before symptomsna 29/01/2026 u 2:26 pm
Scientists in Sweden and Norway have uncovered a promising way to spot Parkinson’s disease years—possibly decades—before its most damaging symptoms appear. By detecting subtle biological signals in the blood tied to how cells handle stress and repair DNA, the team identified a brief early window when Parkinson’s quietly leaves a measurable fingerprint.
- Helping with grandkids may slow cognitive declinena 29/01/2026 u 8:06 am
Helping care for grandchildren may offer an unexpected boost to brain health later in life. Researchers found that grandparents who provided childcare scored higher on memory and verbal skills than those who did not. The effect did not depend on how often they helped or the type of care they provided. Being involved as a caregiver itself appeared to matter most.
- Long-term alcohol use linked to a sharp rise in rectal cancerna 29/01/2026 u 6:09 am
Drinking heavily over many years is linked to a higher risk of colorectal cancer, especially rectal cancer, according to new research tracking U.S. adults for two decades. People who drank heavily throughout adulthood faced sharply higher risks than light drinkers. Former drinkers did not show increased cancer risk and had fewer precancerous tumors. The results suggest that quitting alcohol may help lower long-term cancer risk.
- Scientists turn tumor immune cells into cancer killersna 28/01/2026 u 2:57 pm
Scientists at KAIST have found a way to turn a tumor’s own immune cells into powerful cancer fighters—right inside the body. Tumors are packed with macrophages, immune cells that should attack cancer but are usually silenced by the tumor environment. By injecting a specially designed drug directly into tumors, researchers were able to “reprogram” these dormant cells to recognize and destroy cancer.
- These nanoparticles could destroy disease proteins behind dementia and cancerna 28/01/2026 u 2:51 pm
Researchers have developed smart nanoparticles that can seek out and destroy disease-causing proteins the body can’t normally eliminate. Unlike traditional drugs, these particles can reach hard-to-access tissues, including the brain, and precisely target problem proteins without widespread side effects. Early results show promise against major cancer drivers, and the platform is designed to be easily adapted to many diseases. The work could reshape the future of precision medicine.
- The hidden reason cancer immunotherapy often failsna 28/01/2026 u 2:10 pm
Cancer immunotherapy has been a game-changer, but many tumors still find ways to slip past the immune system. New research reveals a hidden trick: cancer cells can package the immune-blocking protein PD-L1 into tiny particles that circulate through the body and weaken immunotherapy’s impact. Scientists in Japan discovered that a little-known protein, UBL3, controls this process—and surprisingly, common cholesterol-lowering drugs called statins can shut it down.
- Why long COVID brain fog seems so much worse in the U.S.na 28/01/2026 u 1:59 pm
A massive international study of more than 3,100 long COVID patients uncovered a striking divide in how brain-related symptoms are reported around the world. In the U.S., the vast majority of non-hospitalized patients described brain fog, depression, and anxiety, while far fewer patients in countries like India and Nigeria reported the same issues. The difference doesn’t appear to be about the virus itself, but about culture, stigma, and access to mental health care.
- Study raises red flags over long-term effectiveness of popular weight loss drugs like Ozempicna 28/01/2026 u 12:53 pm
Ozempic, Mounjaro, and Zepbound can drive impressive weight loss, but stopping them is often followed by rapid weight regain. Researchers found that people regain weight faster after quitting these drugs than after diet and exercise alone. Improvements in heart health and diabetes risk also tend to reverse within a few years. The results suggest long-term success may require more than medication alone.
- Brain cancer may begin years before doctors can see itna 28/01/2026 u 12:53 pm
Scientists in South Korea have discovered that one of the most common malignant brain tumors in young adults may begin years before a tumor can be seen. IDH-mutant glioma, long treated by removing visible tumor tissue, actually starts when normal-looking brain cells quietly acquire a cancer-linked mutation and spread through the brain’s cortex. Using advanced genetic mapping and animal models, researchers traced the cancer’s true origin to glial progenitor cells that appear healthy at first.
- The fat you can’t see could be shrinking your brainna 28/01/2026 u 12:33 pm
Where your body stores fat may matter just as much as how much you carry—especially for your brain. Using advanced MRI scans and data from nearly 26,000 people, researchers identified two surprising fat patterns tied to faster brain aging, cognitive decline, and higher neurological disease risk. One involves unusually high fat buildup in the pancreas, even without much liver fat, while the other—often called “skinny fat”—affects people who don’t appear severely obese but carry excess fat relative to muscle.
- Tea can improve your health and longevity, but how you drink it mattersna 28/01/2026 u 9:59 am
Drinking tea, particularly green tea, is linked to better heart health, improved metabolism, and lower risks of chronic diseases like diabetes and cancer. It may also help protect the brain and preserve muscle strength as people age. However, processed teas—such as bottled and bubble varieties—often contain sugars and additives that may cancel out these benefits. Moderation and choosing freshly brewed tea appear key.
- AI that talks to itself learns faster and smarterna 28/01/2026 u 8:47 am
AI may learn better when it’s allowed to talk to itself. Researchers showed that internal “mumbling,” combined with short-term memory, helps AI adapt to new tasks, switch goals, and handle complex challenges more easily. This approach boosts learning efficiency while using far less training data. It could pave the way for more flexible, human-like AI systems.
- New review finds wild blueberries support heart and gut healthna 28/01/2026 u 4:32 am
A sweeping scientific review highlights wild blueberries as a standout food for cardiometabolic health. The strongest evidence shows improvements in blood vessel function, with encouraging signs for blood pressure, cholesterol, blood sugar, gut health, and cognition. Researchers suggest these benefits may kick in within hours—or build over weeks—thanks to the berries’ unique mix of polyphenols and fiber.
- A common parasite in the brain is far more active than we thoughtna 28/01/2026 u 4:11 am
A common parasite long thought to lie dormant is actually much more active and complex. Researchers found that Toxoplasma gondii cysts contain multiple parasite subtypes, not just one sleeping form. Some are primed to reactivate and cause disease, which helps explain why infections are so hard to treat. The discovery could reshape efforts to develop drugs that finally eliminate the parasite for good.
- This discovery could let bones benefit from exercise without movingna 27/01/2026 u 2:48 pm
Researchers have discovered a biological switch that explains why movement keeps bones strong. The protein senses physical activity and pushes bone marrow stem cells to build bone instead of storing fat, slowing age-related bone loss. By targeting this “exercise sensor,” scientists believe they could create drugs that mimic exercise at the molecular level. The approach could protect fragile bones in people who are unable to stay active.
- Scientists may have been wrong about what causes asthmana 27/01/2026 u 2:11 pm
Asthma may not be driven by the molecules scientists have blamed for decades. Researchers have identified “pseudo leukotrienes,” inflammation-triggering compounds formed by uncontrolled free-radical reactions rather than normal enzymes. These molecules were found at much higher levels in people with asthma, closely tracking how severe their symptoms were. The finding hints at a new way to treat asthma by preventing the inflammatory spark instead of blocking its aftermath.
- Keto diet weight loss may come with a hidden costna 27/01/2026 u 1:24 pm
A long-term study found that while a ketogenic diet prevented weight gain, it also triggered major metabolic problems. Mice developed fatty liver disease, abnormal blood fats, and an impaired ability to control blood sugar—especially after reintroducing carbohydrates. Male mice were hit hardest, showing severe liver damage. The results suggest keto’s benefits may come with hidden risks over time.
- These common food preservatives may be linked to cancerna 27/01/2026 u 6:58 am
A large French study tracking more than 100,000 people over a decade has found that higher consumption of certain food preservatives—commonly found in processed foods and drinks—is linked to a modestly higher cancer risk. While many preservatives showed no association, several widely used ones, including potassium sorbate, sulfites, sodium nitrite, and potassium nitrate, were tied to increased risks of overall cancer and specific types such as breast and prostate cancer.
- The type of carbs you eat may affect dementia riskna 27/01/2026 u 6:41 am
Carbohydrates don’t just fuel the body—they may also influence how the brain ages. A large long-term study found that diets high in fast-acting carbs that rapidly raise blood sugar were linked to a higher risk of dementia. People who ate more low-glycemic foods like fruit, legumes, and whole grains had a noticeably lower risk of Alzheimer’s. The quality of carbs, not just the amount, appears to matter for brain health.
- Vivos Therapeutics Announces Exercise of Warrants for $4.64 Million Gross Proceedspo Vivos na 16/01/2026 u 2:52 pm
LITTLETON, Colo., Jan. 16, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Vivos Therapeutics, Inc. (“Vivos” or the “Company’’) (Nasdaq: VVOS), a leading medical device and healthcare services company focused on sleep related breathing…
- FDA Requests Removal of Suicidal Behavior and Ideation Warning from Glucagon-Like Peptide-1 Receptor Agonist (GLP-1 RA) Medicationsna 13/01/2026 u 8:24 am
Audience: Health Care Professional, Consumer January 13, 2026 FDA Evaluation Did Not Identify an Increased Risk of Suicidal Ideation or Behavior With the Use of GLP-1 RA Medications This information is an update to the FDA Drug Safety...
- Vivos Therapeutics Announces Grand Opening of Affiliated Sleep Center Near Detroit, Michiganpo Vivos na 09/01/2026 u 6:47 pm
Vivos Eyes High Growth Potential from Commercial Affiliation with Prominent Auburn Hills, Michigan Sleep Practice MISleep Solutions LITTLETON, Colo., Dec. 16, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Vivos Therapeutics, Inc. (“Vivos” or the “Company’’)…
- Anthony Trinh, 123Herbals LLC (123HERBALS.COM) Issues Nationwide Recall of Silintan Capsules Due to the Presence of Undeclared Meloxicamna 09/01/2026 u 10:40 am
Audience: Consumer January 09, 2026 -- Rosemead, CA, 01/07/2026 ANTHONY TRINH, 123herbals LLC is voluntarily recalling all lots of Silintan capsules to the consumer level. FDA analysis has found the product to be tainted with meloxicam. Meloxicam...
- Modern Warrior Recalls “Modern Warrior Ready” Dietary Supplement Due to Undeclared 1,4-DMAA and Aniracetam, as Well as Tianeptine, Which has Not Been Approved for Supplement Use by the FDAna 09/01/2026 u 10:32 am
Audience: Consumer January 9, 2026 -- [Phoenix, Arizona 12/22/25] – Modern Warrior is voluntarily recalling all lots of Modern Warrior Ready, a dietary supplement sold directly to consumers, after regulatory testing identified the presence of...
- FDA Safety Communication: Update on the Safety of Andexxa by AstraZenecana 19/12/2025 u 6:14 pm
Audience: Patient, Health Care Professional, Pharmacy, Hematology December 19, 2025 -- ISSUE: Since approval, the FDA has received postmarketing safety data on thromboembolic events, including serious and fatal outcomes, in patients treated with...
- MediNatura New Mexico, Inc. Expands Voluntary Nationwide Recall of ReBoost Nasal Spray and to include ClearLife Allergy Nasal Spray Due to Microbial Contaminationna 16/12/2025 u 3:07 pm
Audience: Consumer December 16, 2025 – Albuquerque, New Mexico, MediNatura New Mexico, Inc. is voluntarily recalling all lots of ReBoost Nasal Spray to the consumer level. The product has been found to contain yeast/mold and microbial...
- MediNatura New Mexico, Inc. Issues Voluntary Nationwide Recall of ReBoost Nasal Spray Due to Microbial Contaminationna 10/12/2025 u 3:13 pm
Audience: Consumer December 10, 2025 – Albuquerque, New Mexico, MediNatura New Mexico, Inc. is voluntarily recalling one lot of ReBoost Nasal Spray to the consumer level. The product has been found to contain yeast/mold and microbial...
- Novo Nordisk Warns Consumers About Counterfeit Ozempic (semaglutide) Injection 1 mg in the USna 05/12/2025 u 8:43 am
Audience: Consumer PLAINSBORO, NJ, December 5, 2025 - FDA recently seized dozens of units of counterfeit Ozempic (semaglutide) injection 1 mg distributed illegally outside of Novo Nordisk’s authorized supply chain. The US Food and Drug...
- FDA Seizes 7-OH Opioids to Protect American Consumersna 02/12/2025 u 4:29 pm
Audience: Consumers December 2, 2025 -- The U.S. Food and Drug Administration, in coordination with the U.S. Department of Justice, announced today that the U.S. Marshals Service seized approximately 73,000 units of 7-hydroxymitragynine (7-OH)...
- FDA Investigating Death Due to Neutralizing Antibodies to ADAMTS13 following Adzynma Treatment of Congenital Thrombotic Thrombocytopenic Purpurana 21/11/2025 u 11:11 am
Audience: Health Care Professional FDA Safety Communication – November 21, 2025 Summary of the Issue Since approval, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has received postmarketing reports of neutralizing antibodies to ADAMTS13...
- Vivos Therapeutics Reports Significant Revenue Growth During the Third Quarter 2025po Vivos na 19/11/2025 u 9:51 pm
November 19, 2025 16:20 ET | Source: Vivos Therapeutics, Inc Financial results highlighted by 78% sequential quarter over quarter revenue growth, showing the impact of the first full quarter of Sleep Center…
- Vivos Therapeutics Schedules Release of Third Quarter 2025 Financial Results and Conference Callpo Vivos na 19/11/2025 u 6:49 pm
Call scheduled for today, Wednesday, November 19, 2025, at 5:00 pm ET LITTLETON, Colo., Nov. 19, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Vivos Therapeutics, Inc. (“Vivos” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: VVOS), a leading medical…
- FDA Issues New Boxed Warning for Acute Serious Liver Injury and Acute Liver Failure Following Treatment with Elevidys and Revised Indicationna 14/11/2025 u 5:50 pm
Audience: Health Care Professional FDA Safety Communication – November 14, 2025 Summary of the Issue In June 2025, FDA issued a safety communication, “FDA Investigating Deaths Due to Acute Liver Failure in Non-ambulatory Duchenne...
- FDA Requests Labeling Changes Related to Safety Information to Clarify the Benefit/Risk Considerations for Menopausal Hormone Therapiesna 10/11/2025 u 7:33 am
Audience: Health Care Professional, Consumer November 10, 2025 -- Today, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) informed application holders of menopausal hormone therapies (MHT), also commonly referred to as Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT)...
- Fresenius Kabi Issues Voluntary Nationwide Recall of Three Lots of Famotidine Injection, USP, 20 mg per 2 mL (10 mg per mL), 2 mL Fill in a 2 mL Vial Due to Out-of-Specification Endotoxin Results in Certain Reserve Samplesna 06/11/2025 u 11:13 am
Audience: Health Care Professional, Pharmacy November 6,2025 – LAKE ZURICH, Ill.— Fresenius Kabi, part of the global healthcare company Fresenius, and a leading provider of essential medicines and medical technologies is voluntarily...
- FDA Warns Companies Over Illegal Marketing of Botox and Related Productsna 05/11/2025 u 2:53 pm
Audience: Health Care Professional, Consumer November 05, 2025 -- The U.S. Food and Drug Administration issued 18 warning letters to owners of websites illegally marketing unapproved and misbranded botulinum toxin products, commonly called Botox...
- FDA Acts to Protect Children from Unapproved Fluoride Drug Productsna 31/10/2025 u 3:55 pm
Audience: Health Care Professionals The U.S. Food and Drug Administration today announced actions to restrict the sale of unapproved ingestible fluoride prescription drug products for children. The FDA sent notices to four companies outlining the...
- Otsuka ICU Medical LLC Issues Voluntary Nationwide Recall of 20 mEq Potassium Chloride Injection Due To Overwrap Mislabeled As 10 mEq Potassium Chloride Injectionna 31/10/2025 u 10:54 am
Audience: Health Care Professional, Pharmacy October 31, 2025 AUSTIN, TX – Otsuka ICU Medical LLC is issuing a voluntary recall to the user level, for a MISLABELLED lot of POTASSIUM CHLORIDE Inj. 20 mEq, NDC 0990-7077-14. The OVERWRAP label of...
- Immune Globulin Intravenous (IGIV) and/or Immune Globulin Subcutaneous (IGSC) Lots with Increased Reports of Allergic/Hypersensitivity Reactionsna 24/10/2025 u 10:35 am
Audience: Health Care Professionals October 24, 2025 -- The FDA Adverse Event Reporting System (FAERS) has received increased reporting of allergic/hypersensitivity type reactions following infusion of specific lots of Immune Globulin Intravenous...
- FDA Provides Update to Health Care Professionals About Risk of Inadvertent Intrathecal (Spinal) Administration of Tranexamic Acid Injectionna 21/10/2025 u 12:04 pm
Audience: Health Care Professionals October 21, 2025 -- FDA is requiring labeling changes to strengthen the warnings that tranexamic acid injection should be administered only intravenously (into the vein). Tranexamic acid injection products are not...
- FDA Approves Labeling Changes that Include a Boxed Warning for Immune Effector Cell-Associated Enterocolitis Following Treatment with Carvykti (ciltacabtagene autoleucel)na 10/10/2025 u 4:17 pm
Audience: Patient, Health Care Professional, Pharmacy, Gastroenterology October 10, 2025 -- The FDA has received reports of immune effector cell-associated enterocolitis (IEC-EC) in patients who received treatment with Carvykti. Reports were...
- FDA’s Actions to Protect Children from Contaminated Cough Medicinena 10/10/2025 u 5:09 am
Audience: Consumer October 10, 2025 -- FDA is aware of news reports of devastating, ongoing diethylene glycol (DEG) and ethylene glycol (EG) contamination in children’s cough and cold medicine in India. The agency has confirmed these products...
- Vivos Therapeutics Releases Additional Clinical Data Showing Marked Improvement in Pediatric ADHD from Use of Vivos DNA Devicepo Vivos na 01/10/2025 u 7:54 pm
Previously Unpublished Data Confirms Vivos DNA Devices Offer a Safe and Effective Alternative Treatment for Children with ADHD and Obstructive Sleep Apnea LITTLETON, Colo., Sept. 30, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) —…
- FDA Removes Risk Evaluation and Mitigation Strategies (REMS) for Caprelsa (vandetanib)na 25/09/2025 u 5:09 pm
Audience: Patient, Pharmacy, Health Care Professional September 25, 2025 -- The U.S. Food and Drug Administration today removed the Risk Evaluation and Mitigation Strategies (REMS) program for Caprelsa (vandetanib), a thyroid cancer medication...
- Vivos Therapeutics Announces Landmark Clinical Trial Results in Pediatric Obstructive Sleep Apnea Treatmentpo Vivos na 18/09/2025 u 5:58 pm
The European Journal of Pediatrics publishes the first-ever multicenter clinical trial results demonstrating that the Vivos DNA appliance — part of the company’s C.A.R.E. line of devices— is both safe…
- FDA Removes Risk Evaluation and Mitigation Strategy (REMS) Program for the Antipsychotic Drug Clozapinena 27/08/2025 u 3:15 pm
Audience: Patient, Pharmacy, Health Care Professional August 27, 2025 -- FDA Removes Risk Evaluation and Mitigation Strategies (REMS) Program for the Antipsychotic Drug Clozapine - Neutropenia Risk Remains, but REMS No Longer Necessary and REMS May...
- Unichem Pharmaceuticals (USA) Inc. Issues Voluntary Nationwide Recall of Cyclobenzaprine Hydrochloride Tablets USP 10 mg, Due to Mislabelingna 27/08/2025 u 2:47 pm
Audience: Consumer, Pharmacy, Health Care Professional August 27, 2025– East Brunswick, NJ, Unichem Pharmaceuticals (USA), Inc. is voluntarily recalling one (1) lot of Cyclobenzaprine Hydrochloride Tablets USP 10 mg, to the consumer level. The...
- FDA Update on the Safety of Ixchiq (Chikungunya Vaccine, Live)na 22/08/2025 u 1:27 pm
Audience: Patient, Health Care Professional, Pharmacy, Cardiology, Neurology, Internal Medicine, Family Practice, Travel Clinics August 22, 2025 -- Today the US FDA’s Center for Biologics Evaluation and Research has suspended the biologics...
- Vivos Therapeutics Reports Second Quarter 2025 Financial Results and Provides Operational Updatepo Vivos na 20/08/2025 u 6:40 pm
Quarter highlighted by the key acquisition of The Sleep Center of Nevada, which is generating revenue and seeing strong patient demand for Vivos’ differentiated array of highly effective OSA treatments Management…
- B. Braun Medical Issues Voluntary Nationwide Recall of Lactated Ringer’s Injection USP 1000 mL and 0.9% Sodium Chloride Injection USP 1000 mL Due to the Presence of Particulate Matterna 19/08/2025 u 2:15 pm
Audience: Pharmacy, Health Care Professional BETHLEHEM, PA – August 19, 2025 – B. Braun Medical Inc. (B. Braun) is voluntarily recalling two lots of Lactated Ringers Injection USP 1000 mL, and 0.9% Sodium Chloride Injection USP 1000 mL...
- Vivos Therapeutics Schedules Release of Second Quarter 2025 Financial Results and Conference Callpo Vivos na 19/08/2025 u 12:45 pm
Call Scheduled for today, Tuesday, August 19, 2025, at 5:00 pm ET LITTLETON, Colo., Aug. 19, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Vivos Therapeutics, Inc. (“Vivos” or the “Company’’) (NASDAQ: VVOS), a leading medical…
- DermaRite Industries Issues Recall of DermaKleen, Dermasarra, Kleenfoam, and Perigiene Products Due to Burkholderia cepacia Contaminationna 08/08/2025 u 11:52 am
Audience: Consumer August 8, 2025 -- DermaRite Industries, LLC is voluntarily recalling individual lots of products in the table below due to microbial contamination identified as Burkholderia cepecia. Risk Statement: Burkholderia Cepacia Complex...
- FDA Approves Required Labeling Changes for Increased Risk of Hematologic Malignancy Following Treatment with Skysona (elivaldogene autotemcel)na 07/08/2025 u 3:28 pm
Audience: Health Professional August 7, 2025 -- In November 2024, FDA issued a safety communication, “FDA Investigating Serious Risk of Hematologic Malignancy Following Skysona (elivaldogene autotemcel),” to provide information on...
- Vivos Therapeutics Adds to Management Team to Support Expansion and Growthpo Vivos na 01/08/2025 u 12:39 pm
Two Key Hires Add Significant Experience and Strengthen Vivos’ Ability to Scale Its Promising New Sleep Testing Center and Direct Patient Treatment Operations LITTLETON, Colo., July 30, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE)…
- FDA Requires Major Changes to Opioid Pain Medication Labeling to Emphasize Risksna 31/07/2025 u 10:02 am
Audience: Consumer, Pharmacy, Health Care Professional July 31, 2025 -- The U.S. Food and Drug Administration is requiring safety labeling changes to all opioid pain medications to better emphasize and explain the risks associated with their...
- FDA Takes Steps to Restrict 7-OH Opioid Products Threatening American Consumersna 29/07/2025 u 12:08 pm
Audience: Consumer July 29, 2025 -- The U.S. Food and Drug Administration today is taking a bold step to protect Americans from dangerous, illegal opioids by recommending a scheduling action to control certain 7-hydroxymitragynine (also known as...
- Two nights of home polysomnography in healthy 7- 14-year-old children – Feasibility and intraindividual variabilitypo Tariqul Islam na 21/07/2025 u 3:02 pm
- FDA Investigating Deaths Due to Acute Liver Failure Following Treatment with Sarepta’s AAVrh74 Gene Therapiesna 18/07/2025 u 4:21 pm
Audience: Health Care Professional As of July 18, 2025, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has received three reports of fatal acute liver failure following treatment of patients with Sarepta AAVrh74 gene therapies that appear to have been...
- FDA Issues Warning Letters to Firms Marketing Products Containing 7-Hydroxymitragyninena 15/07/2025 u 3:00 pm
Audience: Industry July 15, 2025 -- The U.S. Food and Drug Administration today announced seven recent warning letters sent to companies for illegally marketing products containing 7-hydroxymitragynine, also known as 7-OH.1 This action reflects the...
- Sandoz Inc. Issues Voluntary Nationwide Recall of One Lot of Cefazolin for Injection Due to Product Mispackagingna 14/07/2025 u 1:16 pm
Audience: Consumer, Health Professional, Pharmacy UPDATE July 14, 2025 – Sandoz, Inc. (“Sandoz”) is initiating a voluntary nationwide recall expansion of one additional lot of Cefazolin for Injection, USP, 1 gram per vial. The lot...
- Nostrum Laboratories, Inc. Issues Voluntary Nationwide Recall of Sucralfate Tablets USP 1 Gram Within Expiryna 11/07/2025 u 6:26 pm
Audience: Consumer, Pharmacy, Health Care Professional NEW YORK, DC, UNITED STATES, July 11, 2025 -- Nostrum Laboratories, Inc. (“Nostrum Labs”) filed Chapter 11 bankruptcy on September 30, 2024. In connection with that filing, the...
- FDA Requires Expanded Labeling About Weight Loss Risk in Patients Younger Than 6 Years Taking Extended-Release Stimulants for ADHDna 30/06/2025 u 1:47 pm
Audience: Consumer, Pharmacy, Health Care Professional FDA Drug Safety Communication - June 30, 2025 What safety concern is FDA announcing?The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is revising the labeling of all extended-release stimulants...
- FDA Approves Required Updated Warning in Labeling of mRNA COVID-19 Vaccines Regarding Myocarditis and Pericarditis Following Vaccinationna 25/06/2025 u 11:13 am
Audience: Consumer, Patient, Health Care Professional, Pharmacy FDA Safety Communication June 25, 2025 Purpose: To inform the public and healthcare providers that FDA has required and approved updates to the Prescribing Information for Comirnaty...
- Drug Safety Communication: FDA Investigating Deaths Due to Acute Liver Failure in Non-Ambulatory Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy Patients Following Elevidysna 24/06/2025 u 10:31 am
Audience: Health Care Professional FDA Safety Communication – June 24, 2025 -- Since approval, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has received two reports of fatal acute liver failure following treatment of non-ambulatory pediatric male...
- FDA Adds Warning About Serious Risk of Heat-Related Complications With Antinausea Patch Transderm Scōp (scopolamine transdermal system)na 18/06/2025 u 4:34 pm
Audience: Consumer, Health Care Professional June 18, 2025 FDA Drug Safety Communication What safety concern is FDA announcing? The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is warning that the antinausea patch Transderm Scōp (scopolamine...
- Medtech Products Inc. Issues Nationwide Recall of Little Remedies Honey Cough Syrup Due to Microbial Contaminationna 17/06/2025 u 12:05 pm
Audience: Consumer, Pharmacy TARRYTOWN, N.Y.--(GLOBE NEWSWIRE)—June 17, 2025—Medtech Products Inc., a Prestige Consumer Healthcare Inc. company (“Medtech” or “Company”), is voluntarily recalling five lots of...
- Church & Dwight Issues Voluntary Nationwide Recall of Zicam Cold Remedy Nasal Swabs, Zicam Nasal AllClear Swabs, and Orajel Baby Teething Swabs Due to Microbial Contaminationna 06/06/2025 u 10:32 am
Audience: Consumer June 06, 2025 -- Church & Dwight Co., Inc. is voluntarily recalling all lots within expiry of Zicam® Cold Remedy Nasal Swabs, Zicam® Nasal AllClear Swabs, and Orajel™ Baby Teething Swabs to the consumer level...
- FDA Advises Consumers Not to Inhale Nitrous Oxide Productsna 04/06/2025 u 10:23 am
Audience: Consumer, Health Professional, Pulmonology June 4, 2025 -- FDA advises consumers not to inhale nitrous oxide products from any size canisters, tanks, or chargers. These products are marketed as both unflavored and flavored nitrous oxide...
- Amneal Pharmaceutical LLC Issues a Nationwide Recall of Sulfamethoxazole / Trimethoprim Tablets, USP, 400 mg/80 mg Only, Due to Microbial Contaminationna 02/06/2025 u 11:05 am
Audience: Consumer, Pharmacy, Health Care Professional June 02, 2025 -- Amneal Pharmaceutical LLC, is recalling three lots of Sulfamethoxazole/Trimethoprim Tablets, USP, 400 mg/80 mg to the consumer level as the tablets may exhibit black spots on...
AMN Healthcare Names Christine Mackey-Ross as Lead Executive Partner of Phillips DiPisa
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Q&A: ONC chief Don Rucker on bringing the app economy into healthcare
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Hormone Levels of Diabetic Men Not Related to Prostate Cancer Risk
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Trump administration not giving up on plan to require prices in TV drug ads
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Wyoming seeks to regulate air ambulances like a public utility
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Centene, Aetna protest after losing lucrative Louisiana Medicaid contracts
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ONC in talks with Congress, White House on third-party health app privacy
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New efficient method for urine analysis may tell us more
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It's Fab! A hidden touch of antibody
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Smart sink could help save water
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Women more likely to have 'typical' heart attack symptoms than men
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Family history of diabetes linked to increased bone mineral density
The association between type 2 diabetes and increased fracture risk is well documented. However, little was known about the possible effect of family history of diabetes on bone mineral density (BMD). A study now confirms that a history of first-degree family members with diabetes is linked to increased BMD as well as to insulin resistance. …
Disease-carrying mosquitoes push northern limits with time-capsule eggs
Invasive mosquitoes at the northern limit of their current range are surviving conditions that are colder than those in their native territory. This new evidence of rapid local adaptation could have implications for efforts to control the spread of this invasive species. Source: Science Daily, https://www.sciencedaily.com
What drives inflammation in type 2 diabetes? Not glucose, says new research
A new study challenges the conventional wisdom that glucose is the primary driver of chronic inflammation in type 2 diabetes. The research might change opinion of tight glycemic control as the optimal strategy for type 2 diabetes management. Source: Science Daily, https://www.sciencedaily.com
Link between brain immune cells and Alzheimer's disease development identified
Scientists have discovered how to forestall Alzheimer’s disease in a laboratory setting, a finding that could one day help in devising targeted drugs that prevent it. The researchers found that by removing brain immune cells known as microglia from rodent models of Alzheimer’s disease, beta-amyloid plaques — the hallmark pathology of AD — never formed. …
Speed identified as the best predictor of car crashes
Speeding is the riskiest kind of aggressive driving, according to a unique analysis of data from on-board devices in vehicles. Source: Science Daily, https://www.sciencedaily.com