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MS drug candidates always fail. Until now. A Helsinki thesis reveals two molecules that successfully regrew myelin and reduced neuroinflammation in MS models, crossing the blood-brain barrier.
A parent's worst nightmare: watching their child choke. Sadie Robertson Huff shared her terrifying experience with baby Kit, highlighting how quickly a choking incident can turn serious.
Plant-based diets aren't all equal for dementia risk. Researchers found long-term dietary patterns subtly shape brain health as we age.
Spinach-derived eye drops healed eye damage in mice, using light-sensitive particles. This unassuming vial could give mammal eyes the extraordinary ability to harness sunlight, like a leaf.
Belmont Cameli's shirtless scenes in "Off Campus" aren't just for show. The 28-year-old hockey romance star's physique is helping viewers fall for his character, college hockey star Garrett Graham.
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MS models diverge: one excels at myelin damage, the other immune response & repair. This insight could accelerate treatments to restore lost myelin.
Texas A&M researchers developed a nasal spray reversing brain aging. Two doses calmed inflammation, restored energy, and improved memory for months, offering hope for dementia treatments.
Forget everything about "yo-yo dieting." A major new review suggests it might not be as harmful as you've been led to believe.
Unlock lasting happiness. Dr. Mark Williamson, Action for Happiness director, reveals 5 simple changes that will transform your life.
Quitting smoking? Nicotine e-cigarettes beat patches and gum, helping smokers quit more effectively, a major review finds.
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Beyond THC: UC Riverside scientists found other cannabis compounds may regulate metabolism and insulin signaling, opening new doors for diabetes research.
Beetroot juice does more than support your heart. It reshapes mouth bacteria, potentially lowering blood pressure in older adults, according to a new study.
New "Trojan horse" weight-loss drug? It sneaks metabolic power into cells, delivering striking results in mice.
Grapes could be your skin's new best friend! New research suggests they may activate your skin's natural defenses, helping protect against sun damage.
Chronic nerve pain makes a soft touch agonizing. Duke scientists found a radical new way to stop it: reviving damaged nerves with healthy mitochondria.
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Experimental anti-clotting drug slashes repeat stroke risk without dangerous bleeding, a major international trial suggests.
An asthma drug, formoterol, could reverse MASH-related liver damage. Promising mouse and human studies are leading to new clinical trials.
Steroid alternative restores the eye's natural defenses, offering a new way to treat dry eye.
A blood test could revolutionize inflammatory breast cancer diagnosis! Researchers found biomarkers offering a less invasive way to detect, monitor, and treat this aggressive disease.
GLP-1 drugs may slow cancer's spread. New data, to be presented at ASCO 2026 next week, suggest these medications could reduce metastatic progression in certain cancers.
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Predict heart disease years early? A new AI blood test reads your body's molecular signals, forecasting major cardiovascular risks long before symptoms appear.
Knee osteoarthritis pain? A simple walking tweak could be your answer. A year-long trial found changing foot angle while walking reduced pain as effectively as meds, even slowing cartilage damage.
A new Ebola vaccine could be ready in months. UK scientists are developing a shot for the Bundibugyo strain, which kills a third of those infected and has no proven vaccine.
Want to live longer? A 2023 global study in PLOS Global Public Health reveals a powerful link: greater gender equality means higher life expectancy for both women and men.
Stop battling bedtime with willpower. A simple alarm 30-60 minutes before bed creates consistent sleep patterns, improving sleep quality and your health.
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Vitamin D could prevent type 2 diabetes! New research suggests it works for people with specific genetic variations, opening doors for personalized prevention strategies.
Forget external servers. UChicago researchers created a stretchable patch that processes your health data on-body in milliseconds. This skin-like device uses organic transistors for instant, flexible analysis.
Washington and Hawaii residents can now get abortion pills mifepristone and misoprostol from Planned Parenthood to keep at home, ready if they need to end a pregnancy later.
Want to turn back the clock? Short-term diet changes, especially plant-based or lower-fat, may reduce biological age in older adults.
Forget protein powder! New research reveals exercise is a better bet for older adults seeking muscle strength. Food manufacturers pack protein into everything, but it's not the magic bullet.
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Gut feeling? MIT found cysteine, an amino acid in meat, dairy, beans, and nuts, triggers intestinal repair. It activates immune cells, helping stem cells rebuild damaged tissue.
Scientists found a natural "off switch" for inflammation. This newly uncovered mechanism could revolutionize how we understand and treat the body's immune responses.
IV vitamin C: a cancer fighter? It may reduce side effects and fight tumors, despite a flawed theory. Still experimental, but promising.
Wool keratin membranes regenerated stable bone tissue. This promising alternative to collagen could revolutionize regenerative medicine.
Forget scenic views or vibrant nightlife. Ikaria, a small Greek island, is famous for one astonishing reason: its residents live extraordinarily long lives.
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No baby should be born with HIV in 2026, yet many still are. Ismail Harerimana's 1990s childhood in Uganda was a constant battle with malaria, diarrhea, and rashes, leaving him dangerously thin.
Vitamin D may rebalance immune responses to gut bacteria in IBD patients. Larger studies are needed, but this could be a game-changer.
LinCx lets scientists forge custom electrical connections between neurons with high precision. This new tech could repair damaged brain circuits, potentially treating neurological disorders.
Tuberculosis kills over a million annually, yet its primary diagnostic is 1880s tech. A new portable device, MiniDock MTB, uses a swab to detect TB DNA, offering a more accurate, accessible solution.
Testosterone may slow glioblastoma growth. A Cleveland Clinic study found supplemental testosterone linked to a 38% lower risk of death in men with the aggressive brain cancer.