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Tiny structures in our spines could hold clues to why our backs wear out
An international team of scientists has discovered how some of the tiniest structures in the human spine help it cope wi…
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Chronic illness linked to higher prescription drug misuse
Working-age adults who manage more chronic health conditions are more likely to misuse prescription medications, researc…
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Generative AI fills gaps in brain wiring maps where MRI scans lose signal
Researchers from the Mark and Mary Stevens Neuroimaging and Informatics Institute (Stevens INI) at the Keck School of Me…
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WHO hails progress against neglected tropical diseases
The World Health Organization on Wednesday celebrated "major progress" against neglected tropical diseases, with some li…
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Exposure to petroleum-based lubricants at work associated with multiple sclerosis risk
Exposure to petroleum-derived lubricants at work, including engine oil, hydraulic oil and cutting fluids used to cool or…
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WHO approves clinical trials on two new Ebola vaccines
The World Health Organization on Wednesday approved clinical trials for two new Ebola vaccines, as doctors fight to cont…
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Frankfurt says airport malaria cases likely from West Africa
Eight malaria cases around Frankfurt airport this summer—three of them fatal—were likely caused by parasites originating…
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WHO sounds alarm over lack of physical activity among teens
A quarter of teens globally engage in basically no physical activity—not even an hour of exercise a week—the World Healt…
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AI starts writing acne prescriptions without a doctor's visit in one state
Utah has become the first state to let an artificial intelligence (AI) program prescribe medication without a doctor wri…
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New CRISPR proteins expand editing access to heart disease genes
Rice University's Han Xiao has used his AI-supported Sequence Display technology to expand the targeting abilities of CR…
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Experimental ultrasound implant could help guide care after spinal cord injury
A team of engineers and surgeons from Johns Hopkins Medicine has published its first proof-of-concept study that shows t…
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From green smoothies to stem‑cell supplements—online 'immune‑boosting' ideas may lead you astray
We all want a well-functioning immune system to help us fight invasive bacteria and viruses and recover faster from illn…
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New drug-development strategy might protect neurons by displacing proteins that inhibit helpful enzymes
Researchers from the University of California, Berkeley may have discovered a new strategy for treating complex neurodeg…
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How your brain learned to love coffee, chocolate, fat and sugar
If you can remember your first sip of coffee, the memory might not be a pleasant one. Coffee's bitter flavor is one we n…
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Stair climbers are said to boost fitness, strength and bone health—here's what the evidence actually says
The stair climber has seen a huge surge in popularity on social media in recent years. Proponents of the exercise machin…
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Drawings of near-death experiences reveal patterns in what people remember seeing
For people who have near-death experiences (NDEs), these encounters can be so deeply moving and life-changing that langu…
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Lung antibodies can be measured in exhaled breath
For the first time, researchers have successfully measured antibodies against specific respiratory viruses in exhaled ai…
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Moderate drinking carries health risks even within UK alcohol guidelines
Alcohol is deeply embedded in British culture, from celebrations and religious ceremonies to everyday social life. Gover…
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Collapsible bicycle helmets provide less protection on average than conventional helmets, new study finds
New research from Imperial College London has found that, on average, collapsible (sometimes called "foldable") bicycle …
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Uncovering rules for aggressive brain tumors could lead to better treatments
Aggressive brain tumors follow predictable rules, not chaotic randomness, according to new research. This discovery coul…
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Mice that watch fights come away battle-ready
People love to watch violent things. From slasher films to boxing, there's some intrinsic appeal to watching people get …
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Does time on social media make teens anxious and depressed? The evidence is not so clear
Parents are understandably worried about the impact of social media on the mental health of their children.…
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Extreme heat days may increase dementia risk, with poorer communities facing greater vulnerability
Over 57 million people worldwide are living with dementia, with nearly 10 million new cases diagnosed each year, and sci…
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AI uncovers rapid changes in Parkinson's brain signals by separating rhythms from background activity
A research team led by professor Ji-Woong Choi of the Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science at DGIST…