Category: Health
Animal protein not linked to higher mortality risk, study finds
Eating animal-sourced protein foods is not linked to a higher risk of death and may even offer protective benefits against cancer-related mortality, new research finds.
Depression shown to be both cause and consequence of poor health
A large international study led by researchers at the Department of Medical Epidemiology and Biostatistics, Karolinska Institutet, shows that major depressive disorder (MDD) not only
A 9-point checklist to improve AI-based image analysis in pathology
A new article in Veterinary Pathology introduces a 9-point checklist designed to improve the reporting quality of studies that use artificial intelligence (AI)-based automated image
iconPCR™: Powering the next wave of metagenomics and microbiome discovery
The landscape of metagenomics and microbiome research is evolving at breakneck speed. As sequencing technologies improve and the demand for high-resolution, bias-free microbial data grows
Next-gen sequencing reveals the regulatory potential of the non-coding genome
The non-coding genome, once dismissed as “junk DNA”, is now recognized as a fundamental regulator of gene expression and a key player in understanding complex
Balancing speed and selectivity is key for designing effective targeted covalent inhibitors
One class of drugs that has shown promise in treating diseases ranging from lung cancer to COVID-19 are targeted covalent inhibitors (TCIs).
Skin color may influence phototherapy effectiveness in newborns with jaundice
Jaundice is one of the most common medical issues in newborns, affecting nearly 80 percent of full-term infants in their first days of life.
Researchers identify molecular mechanism behind tamoxifen-related uterine cancer
In a preclinical study, researchers found tamoxifen encourages uterine cell growth; the findings could change how some breast cancers are treated in the future.
Excessive amounts of visceral fat tied to faster heart aging
Excessive amounts of visceral fat – the hidden fat surrounding organs – is linked with faster aging of the heart, a new study has found.
Federal officials to take over inspections when troubled Boar’s Head plant reopens
Federal inspectors will assume direct oversight of a Boar’s Head deli meat plant when it reopens after an deadly listeria outbreak
How do heat health alerts work?
The weather alert service warns the public when high or low temperatures could damage their health.
Proposal could lead to sanctions against Alaska medical professionals for gender-affirming care
The Alaska State Medical Board will be considering language that says medical professionals provide gender-affirming care for children could risk having their work considered unprofessional
Yogurt and hot spring bathing show a promising combination for gut health
Researchers at Kyushu University have demonstrated that yogurt intake increases the diversity of gut microbiota and alters its composition. Furthermore, bathing in chloride hot springs