Researchers found a shorter course of radiation therapy provides equivalent protection against breast cancer recurrence and physical side-effects, but reduces life disruption and financial burden. Patients reported less burden on their time and finances, with improved quality of life.
A study published in Alzheimer's Research & Therapy suggests a possible association between chronic stress and an increased risk of developing mild cognitive impairment or Alzheimer's disease. The research, conducted on 44,447 individuals between 18-65 years old, found that those with chronic stress or depression had a higher risk of d...
A large-scale genetic study has identified 12 DNA variants associated with an increased risk of attempting suicide. The research highlights links between genetic factors and health conditions such as impulsivity, smoking, chronic pain, and heart disease.
NTU Singapore's study found social media fatigue hampers cognitive judgment, leading to misinformation acceptance. Narcissistic individuals experiencing fatigue are more likely to share misinformation, regardless of accuracy.
Two liquid biopsy tests identified patients with a high risk of cervical cancer recurrence after chemoradiation treatment, allowing for earlier detection and potential improvement in outcomes. The tests detected HPV ctDNA in the blood of patients with residual disease, providing insight before tissue biopsy becomes possible.
Research by Dr Tammy Campbell reveals that faith primary schools in England are admitting fewer children with special educational needs (SEND) than local authority community primaries. The study found significant disparities in admission rates for children with SEND, including those with higher-level SEND funded by local authorities.
A new study by Yale sociologist Rene Almeling found that despite the shift in social and scientific views on gender, sex, and sexuality, a common metaphor of active sperm penetrating a passive egg remains widely used. However, another more egalitarian metaphor describing sperm and egg as two halves of a whole is also circulating.
A new study found that precision medicine navigators can significantly increase genomic testing rates for Black patients with prostate cancer. Genomic testing is used to gauge the likelihood of cancer metastasis and has been shown to be more accurate than traditional tests in predicting treatment outcomes.
Patients who engage in regular sexual activity or vaginal dilation have a lower risk of long-term side effects, including vaginal stenosis. Regular dilation and/or sex were associated with lower risk of moderate-grade vaginal shortening and narrowing five years after treatment.
Researchers found that globally abandoned cropland could feed up to 476 million people per year if recultivated and help pull planet-warming carbon dioxide from the atmosphere through reforestation. The study highlights the potential of this often-neglected resource in supporting both food security and climate change mitigation.
A multi-center study found that stereotactic body radiotherapy (SABR) can achieve 100% local control and cancer-specific survival for longer than three years among patients with inoperable kidney cancer. The treatment was effective in preserving kidney function, with only one patient requiring dialysis.
A new study published in Diabetologia found that breastfeeding for six months or longer is associated with lower levels of body fat at the age of nine. Infants who were not given soda before 18 months also had a lower fat mass at this age. The study suggests that infant feeding patterns, including breastfeeding duration and early intro...
A recent US study has found that food insecurity significantly increases the risk of severe hypoglycaemia in adults with diabetes. The study, which analyzed data from over 1,000 participants, revealed that those experiencing food insecurity were nearly twice as likely to experience severe hypoglycaemic events.
A randomized study shows that shorter radiation therapy courses are just as effective in preventing cancer return and reducing side effects for patients with breast reconstruction. The accelerated treatment regimen saved patients time, money, and experienced fewer treatment breaks.
A small Dutch study found that exposure to natural light improved blood sugar control and nutrient use in individuals with type 2 diabetes. The study showed that participants experienced better blood sugar levels, increased fat as an energy source, and improved clock gene expression when exposed to natural light.
Researchers have created an 'immune cell map' that reveals the origin of neutrophils' subcellular response to microbes. The study found that a specific type of glycoprotein is responsible for the restricted subcellular origin, and this discovery may lead to refined personalized immune responses.
International scientists discovered that cloud aggregation impacts water vapor distribution and greenhouse gas emissions. In aggregated clouds, the atmosphere tends to be drier with more enriched deuterium, while unaggregated clouds are moister with depleted deuterium.
Scientists analyzed nearly 1,000 IVF embryos to understand why some fail to develop, finding that genetic errors in cell division are more common than thought. The study reveals potential ways to improve IVF outcomes by changing the fertility treatment process and understanding the earliest stages of pregnancy.