Medical News & Research
Latest findings and developments in medical research and healthcare.
Why You Should Avoid Sharing Bathroom Items Like Towels, Razors, and Toothbrushes
Sharing bathroom items like towels, razors, and toothbrushes can expose you to harmful microbes. Learn why maintaining personal hygiene is essential for health and infection prevention.
Innovative 'Smart Insulin' Offers Promise in Minimizing Hypoglycemia Episodes
Discover how Indiana University scientists have engineered a new 'smart insulin' protein that mimics natural hormonal responses, offering hope for better blood sugar management and reduced hypoglycemia in type 1 diabetes patients.
Enhancing Brain Health Through High-Fat, Low-Carb Diet: New Research Insights
Emerging research indicates that a high-fat, low-carb ketogenic diet may support brain energy and reduce Alzheimer's risk, especially in genetically predisposed individuals. Discover how personalized nutrition could play a role in cognitive health.
Darts: Unveiling the Athletic Skills Behind Precision and Accuracy
Discover the surprising athletic skills and mental strategies behind mastering darts, highlighting coordination, vision, and dedicated practice essential for success.
Groundbreaking Study Demonstrates Effectiveness of Indoor Mosquito Control in Reducing Dengue Cases
A major clinical trial demonstrates that targeted indoor residual spraying significantly reduces dengue mosquito populations and community-wide disease cases, offering a promising new strategy for dengue prevention.
Innovative System Detects Brain Tumor Genetic Mutations During Surgery in Under 25 Minutes
A Japanese research team has developed a rapid diagnostic system that detects genetic mutations in brain tumors during surgery within 25 minutes, improving accuracy and surgical outcomes.
Vitamin A Transporter RBP4 Successfully Reactivates Hidden HIV Reservoirs
Scientists discover that the vitamin A transporter RBP4 can reactivate dormant HIV viruses, opening new pathways toward an HIV cure using the body's natural mechanisms.
Sno Pac Recalls Frozen Spinach Nationwide Due to Listeria Risk
Sno Pac Foods is recalling certain organic frozen spinach products sold nationwide due to potential Listeria contamination, emphasizing the importance of food safety and consumer awareness.
Advancements in Newborn Genomic Screening for Early Disease Detection
Discover how integrating genomic sequencing into newborn blood screening can lead to early detection of treatable childhood conditions, saving lives and improving outcomes. A recent study highlights the feasibility, acceptance, and life-saving potential of this innovative approach.
Conflict in Congo Disrupts Medical Supply, Endangering Hundreds of Health Facilities
Conflict in eastern Congo has led to a critical shortage of essential medicines in over 200 health facilities, endangering thousands of lives amid ongoing violence and funding shortages.