The American Academy of Pediatrics emphasizes the risks of consuming raw milk and dairy products, particularly for young children and pregnant individuals. The updated guidance highlights the potential for highly pathogenic avian influenza to be transmitted through raw milk, posing a new and serious risk.
The American College of Lifestyle Medicine welcomes a national resolution advancing nature as a foundation for health and well-being, recognizing nature's role in supporting human health and promoting collaboration among healthcare, research, and conservation communities. The resolution also supports the establishment of a strategic pa...
A new five-year study, supported by a $3.3 million NIH grant, will investigate the link between PFAS exposure and IBD, with researchers exploring biological changes that occur years before diagnosis. The study aims to uncover mechanisms that could help identify individuals at risk and inform prevention strategies.
Dr. Emily Lau's research found that maternal cardiovascular disease and pregnancy-related cardiovascular complications increased over nearly two decades, with higher rates among non-Hispanic Black women. The study emphasizes the need to make cardiovascular health a routine part of care before, during, and after pregnancy to address dis...
The AFT-70 NAVIGATE trial tests a novel molecular residual disease-guided treatment strategy for ER-positive/HER2-negative breast cancer patients. The trial pairs giredestrant with longitudinal Signatera Genome MRD monitoring to identify patients who may benefit from treatment escalation with a CDK4/6 inhibitor.
Researchers found that minimally and highly processed meals with matched nutritional profiles produced distinct metabolic responses and activity in the brain's reward system. The study suggests that food processing may affect how the body and brain respond to food, potentially leading to overconsumption and long-term health effects.
Researchers at the University of Osaka have developed an electrical method to detect extraterrestrial life by identifying amino acid biosignatures. The technique uses artificial intelligence and nanotechnology to distinguish between L- and D-forms of amino acids with over 80% accuracy.
Researchers at Juntendo University discovered a lipid signaling pathway involving 12-HHT and BLT2 that promotes plasma membrane repair and protects cells from membrane-damaging insults. Cells with enhanced BLT2 signaling showed better survival rates, less membrane leakage, and improved mitochondrial health after toxin exposure.
Researchers developed a model to predict growth hormone therapy responses in children with short stature, incorporating changes in height percentile over time. The model estimated individual treatment responses and suggested personalized growth trajectories for better treatment planning.
A research team developed a workflow to quickly identify fungal pathogens from blood culture samples, generating genetic material for sequencing in real-time. The method achieved species-level identification within seven hours with high accuracy, detecting a range of fungal pathogens and mixed infections.
A new study by Einstein researchers reveals that declining chaperone-mediated autophagy activity impairs the clearance of senescent cells, contributing to age-related diseases. Restoring this recycling process reduces senescent-cell buildup and alleviates disease severity.
A study by University of Limerick researchers found that female AI agents were paid less than their male-presenting counterparts, despite using the same technology. Participants in the virtual reality office setting gave more monetary rewards to the male-presenting AI agent, demonstrating a gender bias in interactions with AI.
The partnership aims to advance research and education on novel vaccines, therapeutics, and diagnostics to address global health challenges. Chiba University and Noguchi Memorial Institute for Medical Research will strengthen their collaboration to create innovative medical solutions for infectious diseases.
A global survey of over 1,100 patients, caregivers, and healthcare providers found that 69% noticed a change in their health or someone they care for within a few months of plasma-derived medicine treatment, with 77% expressing gratitude to donors. The survey also revealed high confidence in plasma-derived medicines' safety and efficacy.
Researchers developed a novel method to visualize humoral immune maturation after hematopoietic stem cell transplantation, tracking B-cell repertoire changes over time. The pGen-SHM plot revealed distinct populations with varying generation probabilities and somatic hypermutation rates, indicating the recovery of humoral immunity.
A new study published in the Canadian Medical Association Journal found that Black people in Canada are at a higher risk of severe maternal morbidity, including life-threatening conditions, compared to White people. The study analyzed data from 1.5 million births and found a 66% increased risk of severe complications among Black people...
A new analysis in the Canadian Medical Association Journal suggests that permanent standard time is the preferred choice for health, as it preserves morning light and aligns with human circadian biology. This can lead to improved sleep, mood, and overall health, particularly for vulnerable populations such as children, adolescents, and...
A new study by the European Respiratory Society found that regular walking reduces COPD symptom flare-ups regardless of air pollution levels. Walking 1000 steps per day reduced the likelihood of flare-ups by around 5%, and faster walking speeds increased the benefits.
A study of ancient Egyptian skulls reveals evidence of human sacrifice, with 39% of individuals showing fatal blunt force trauma. The research, published in Frontiers, uses modern forensic methods to reassess legacy data from Abydos, Egypt.