Researchers have uncovered compelling genomic evidence that points to air pollution—and other environmental exposures—as a potential major factor behind the development of lung cancer in never-smokers. Image by Laura Rodríguez Porras Air Pollution May Contribute to Development of Lung Cancer in Never-smokers, New Study Finds Researchers have uncovered compelling genomic evidence that points to air […]
“One of the most universally accepted beliefs around the world,” said Brad Spellberg, MD, chief medical officer at Los Angeles General Medical Center, “is that when you take antibiotics, you must complete the prescribed course — 7, 10, or 14 days — even after you start feeling better, in order to eliminate every last bacterium
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Effective ways to combat harmful viruses, bacteria, fungi, and parasitic worms have driven major advances in medicine and contributed to a significant increase in human life expectancy over the past century. However, as knowledge about the role of these microorganisms in promoting and maintaining health deepens, there is a need for a new look at
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For the second time since being sworn in as health secretary, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has signed off on new recommendations for vaccine use. One involves endorsement of a new meningococcal vaccine, the other expands the pool of adults recommended to get a shot to protect against respiratory syncytial virus or RSV. The recommendations were passed by
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by Juan Siliezar, Brown University edited by Gaby Clark, reviewed by Andrew Zinin Credit: Unsplash/CC0 Public Domain Triclosan is an antimicrobial chemical that was for decades added to everyday items like soap, toothpaste, cosmetics and even kitchen utensils and athletic wear, until concerns about potential health risks led manufacturers to phase it out of some products. New research
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by Edith Cowan University edited by Lisa Lock, reviewed by Andrew Zinin Credit: Kampus Production/Pexels A lack of oral health literacy among caregivers and access to dental services is driving tooth decay in young children research from Edith Cowan University (ECU) has confirmed, with early childhood tooth decay affecting nearly half of Australian preschool-aged children. The findings
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University of Bristol FacebookXLinkedInWeChatBlueskyMessageWhatsAppEmail image: Image shows the simple chemical building blocks used to assemble complex tetrasubstituted alkenes. view more Credit: University of Bristol Chemists have discovered for the first time a unique way to control and modify a type of compound widely used in medicines, including a drug used to treat breast cancer. The research,
Mass General Brigham findings suggest new avenues for studying and treating inflammation in the future Peer-Reviewed Publication Mass General Brigham Chronic inflammation occurs when the immune system is stuck in attack-mode, sending cell after cell to defend and repair the body for months or even years. Diseases associated with chronic inflammation, like arthritis or cancer
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Princeton University, Engineering School FacebookXLinkedInWeChatBlueskyMessageWhatsAppEmail image: A team led by Princeton University researchers has developed a tool to peer inside the nucleolus, the cellular compartment responsible for the earliest steps in protein manufacture. This system opens the door to new treatments and medicines. view more Credit: Holly Cheng/Brangwynne Lab Proteins are the infinitely varied chemicals that
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by King’s College London edited by Lisa Lock, reviewed by Andrew Zinin Credit: Journal of Medicinal Chemistry (2025). DOI: 10.1021/acs.jmedchem.5c01253 Candida auris is a dangerous fungal pathogen that has become a global health concern. It spreads easily in health care settings and can cause life-threatening infections, especially in patients with weakened immune systems. Alarmingly, it is often resistant to
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