Medicine

A Bioengineered Tooth Grows in Place, Resembling a Natural one in Look and Feel

Image Credits: New AtlasDental implants may resemble real teeth, but they aren't true replacements in terms of structure or function. Now, researchers have created a groundbreaking new implant that integrates with the gum tissue and connects with existing nerves, closely imitating a natural tooth's appearance and performance. Even better, the procedure is simpler and...

Why Can Some People Function on Less Sleep? Genetics May Hold the Key

Image Credit: PixabayEver wonder why some people wake up refreshed after just a few hours of sleep, while others can’t function without a full eight?Take former British Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher—she famously slept only four hours a night, working late and rising early without missing a beat.For the average person, though, that kind of...

Fruit Flies and Cocaine: Unlikely Allies in Addiction Research

Credit FuturoprossimoGenetically modified fruit flies can develop a dependence on cocaine in just 16 hours—a breakthrough that could transform how we study and treat substance addiction.In a surprising twist for addiction research, a team at the University of Utah has genetically engineered fruit flies that can become addicted to cocaine. The study, led by...

Experimental Therapy Extends Cancer Patients’ Lives by 40% in Clinical Trial

The new treatment is based on the body's own T cells. (Artur Plawgo/Science Photo Library/Getty Images)A cutting-edge treatment aimed at combating some of the most aggressive forms of stomach cancer has shown encouraging results in a phase 2 clinical trial, offering significant tumor reduction and extended survival times.Harnessing the Body’s Own DefensesThe approach uses a...

Certain Types of Birth Control May Raise Stroke Risk

Image Credit: PixabayFor millions of women, combined hormonal contraceptives are a routine part of life, offering a reliable and convenient way to prevent pregnancy and regulate menstrual cycles. However, new research is highlighting a serious, often underestimated concern: the risk of stroke.Data presented at the European Stroke Organisation Conference suggests that combined oral contraceptives—those...

TEWL: A Promising Predictor for Diabetic Foot Ulcer Recurrence

Measuring water loss from the skin can predict the return of a diabetic foot ulcerDepositphotos original extended using generative AIDiabetic foot ulcers often present a major treatment challenge due to their slow healing and high recurrence rates. A recent study explored a technique commonly used in burn care—measuring skin water loss—to evaluate its potential in...

Exercise After Cancer Cuts Death Risk by 37%

Landmark study shows just how impactful a structured yet enjoyable plan to stay active is in keeping cancer at bayDepositphotosA groundbreaking study spanning 17 years has shown that a structured exercise program can significantly enhance survival and long-term health for individuals recovering from colorectal cancer. According to one researcher, "These findings will redefine how...

Fiber can Reduce the Risk of Heart Disease by as Much as 20% for Most Individuals

The breakdown of fiber in the gut produces a cardioprotective effectDALL-EA recent study shows that, for the majority of people, consuming fiber can help protect heart health by reducing the risk of high blood pressure, heart disease, or stroke by up to 20%. This adds to the growing evidence that a healthy gut supports...

Innovative Device Analyzes Menstrual Blood for Health Indicators

MenstruAI tech non-invasively detects cancer and other disease markersDepositphotos/Lucas Dosnon & Josef Kuster/ETH Zurich)Scientists have created a groundbreaking wearable device that easily, rapidly, and non-invasively analyzes key health indicators using menstrual blood. This low-cost technology has the potential to transform women’s healthcare.However, as life continues to move faster, the need for quick and convenient...

Alzheimer’s Breakthrough: Sleep Medication Reduces Harmful Tau Buildup by Up to 40%

Treatment with lemborexant (right) resulted in larger volume in the hippocampus (central purple spiral) and a smaller gap in brain tissue (white space) compared with another sleep aid treatment (left)Samira Parhizkar/WashU MedicineA widely available sleep aid has shown unexpected potential in supporting brain health by significantly reducing the accumulation of tau proteins — a...