Australian researchers have discovered a promising new strategy to suppress the growth of aggressive and hard-to-treat cancers by targeting a specialized molecular process known as ‘minor splicing’.
Published in EMBO Reports, the study shows that…
Category: 5. Health
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The pandemic’s secret aftershock: Inside the gut-brain breakdown
A new international study confirmed a significant post-pandemic rise in disorders of gut-brain interaction, including irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and functional dyspepsia, according to the paper published in Clinical Gastroenterology and…
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Humana Reports $545 Million Profit As Costs Land Within Expectations
Humana Wednesday reported $545 million in second quarter profits as the health insurer’s medical … More
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Pain relief without pills? VR nature scenes trigger the brain’s healing switch
Immersing in virtual reality (VR) nature scenes helped relieve symptoms that are often seen in people living with long-term pain, with those who felt more present experiencing the strongest effects.
A new study led by the University of Exeter,…
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This tiny lung-on-a-chip could predict—and fight—the next pandemic
Respiratory infections such as COVID-19 have been responsible for numerous pandemics and have placed a substantial burden on healthcare systems. Such viruses can cause significant damage to our lungs, especially to the proximal region, or airway,…
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As The EPA Moves To Gut A Key Climate Rule, The Risks To Public Health Intensify
WASHINGTON, DC – JANUARY 30: A bronze sign marks an entrance to the US Environmental Protection … More
In a sweeping…
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Why Black Women Are Disproportionately Impacted By Uterine Fibroids
Women at doctor’s office.
Although uterine fibroids are not an uncommon topic, the potential for severity of the condition is rarely discussed. This is especially true for Black women who tend to develop fibroids at a younger age and…
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How ‘Micro-Walks’ Can Be A Good Alternative To Longer Walks
A micro-walk is walking for no more than 10 to 30 seconds, followed by a break or rest. (Photo: … More
You may not be replacing the statement “I like long walks on the beach” with “I like 10-to-30 second micro-walks on the…
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Your sleep schedule could be making you sick, says massive new study
A groundbreaking international study, recently published in Health Data Science, analyzed objective sleep data from 88,461 adults in the UK Biobank and found significant associations between sleep traits and 172 diseases. The research, led by…
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You may already have some protection from bird flu, but don’t count on it
Some people may already have a tiny bit of protection against H5N1 bird flu.
Several recent studies have found that those who caught seasonal flus or received flu vaccinations have low levels of antibodies against H5N1 avian…
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