Study Unveils Effective Strategies to Amplify Global Climate Awareness
An international team develops a web-based tool emphasizing effective messaging themes to enhance global climate awareness, featured in the journal Science Advances.
Category Health
Prior Zika Exposure Increases Risk of Severe Dengue, Study Finds
Researchers from Sao Paulo Research Foundation (FAPESP) found that the mechanism exacerbating dengue severity following Zika infection differs from that of two consecutive dengue infections, involving higher viral loads and activation of T cells leading to excessive inflammation.
Advancing Concussion Treatment: Drug Shows Promise in Protecting Brain from Post-Concussion Damage
Onder Albayram and team explored the protective role of the protein p17 in preventing long-term pathologies in the brain, finding that it triggers the synthesis of C18-Ceramide, a marker for damaged mitochondria in neuronal axons.
Focused Ultrasound Alleviates Deep-Brain Pain, Shows Promising Results in Study
Recent research demonstrates that low-intensity focused ultrasound can effectively alleviate pain perception and physiological effects, presenting a promising non-invasive approach to pain management.
Breakthrough Gene Therapy Offers Hope for Children with Genetic Epilepsy
Researchers at the Francis Crick Institute have discovered a new gene therapy targeting CDKL5 deficiency disorder (CDD), potentially offering hope for children with genetic epilepsy.
Link Found Between Bullying and Altered Brain Chemistry Linked to Psychosis Risk
Adolescents subjected to peer bullying exhibit reduced levels of the neurotransmitter glutamate in the brain's anterior cingulate cortex, potentially increasing the risk of early-stage psychotic episodes.
New Guidelines for Acute Dental Pain Management Focus on NSAIDs Over Opioids
New clinical practice guidelines recommend nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) as the first-line treatment for acute dental pain, emphasizing patient safety and reducing reliance on opioids
New Molecule Offers Promising Treatment for Arthritis-Related Blood Vessel Disease
A groundbreaking study reveals that the molecule RvT4 holds promise in reversing inflammation and clearing blockages in blood vessels, offering new hope for rheumatoid arthritis (RA) patients and potentially extending to other conditions like atherosclerosis and obesity
The Impact of Dietary Choices on Accumulating ‘Forever Chemicals’ in the Body
Increased consumption of tea, processed meats, and foods packaged from external sources correlates with higher concentrations of 'forever chemicals' or PFAS in the body, underscoring the need for regular monitoring and public safety measures
Link Between Plastic & Cosmetic Chemical Exposure and Preterm Births Revealed in New Study
Regular exposure to phthalate chemicals found in plastic food containers and cosmetics is linked to an increased risk of preterm births in the United States, according to a study published in The Lancet Planetary Health, highlighting significant health concerns and the need for regulatory action.
Advancing Cancer Care: A Call for Technological Revolution and Community-Level Streamlining
Advancements in cancer care technology and the imperative to streamline care at the district and village levels take the spotlight on World Cancer Day, emphasizing the need for early detection, prevention, and community empowerment in the face of the global cancer burden.
The Impact of Stress Perception on Health: A Link Between Threat Appraisal and Mental & Physical Well-being
The University of Bath's study reveals a significant link between perceiving stressful situations as threats and heightened risks of mental health problems, physical illnesses, and suboptimal well-being, underscoring the potential for targeted interventions to shift perspectives and mitigate long-term health risks.
Unveiling the Swift Dance of HIV: Key Discovery for AIDS Vaccine Development
Scientists at Duke University's Human Vaccine Institute have identified the ultra-fast opening and closing of the envelope glycoprotein on the surface of the HIV virus, revealing a crucial target for developing broadly neutralizing antibodies in the quest for an effective AIDS vaccine.
Castor Oil Emerges as a Natural Solution for Dry-Eye Disease: Promising Results from University of Auckland Study
University of Auckland researchers find promising results in a pilot study, suggesting that castor oil, applied uniquely to eyelids, could be a safe and effective natural remedy for dry-eye disease, particularly blepharitis.
Unveiling the Silent Struggles: Global Awareness and Challenges of Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD)
"Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD) silently affects millions of women globally, demanding increased awareness, improved health professional training, and recognition as a treatable yet often overlooked condition."
Long COVID and Cognitive Slowing: A Prolonged Challenge
A study from the University of Oxford reveals that individuals with long COVID experience persistent cognitive impairments, notably cognitive slowing, which is independent of comorbid mental health factors, emphasizing the lasting impact on cognitive function.
Link Between Cirrhosis and Cognitive Decline in Veterans with Dementia
A groundbreaking study in JAMA Network Open reveals that up to 10% of elderly U.S. veterans diagnosed with dementia may actually be experiencing cognitive decline related to cirrhosis, emphasizing the critical need for early liver assessments to address potentially reversible causes of impairment.
Diabetes Medication Breakthrough: SGLT2 Inhibitors and Kidney Stones
In a groundbreaking study conducted by researchers at Mass General Brigham, a significant revelation has emerged regarding the use of sodium-glucose cotransporter 2 (SGLT2) inhibitors—a class of medications for type 2 diabetes
