Researchers have created a 3D-printed, biodegradable cardiac patch designed to both seal holes in the heart and encourage tissue regeneration, offering a potentially safer option than traditional surgical materials. The Global Burden of Heart Disease Heart disease remains the world’s leading cause of death, with heart attacks at the center of the crisis. Survivors often […]
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Dr. Jake Johnson, a cardiology resident at North Carolina State University’s College of Veterinary Medicine, recently published an article in Frontiers in Veterinary Science. In it, he shares his research findings and offers advice on preventing future accidents involving pets. What Motivated You To Pursue a Career in Research? I first encountered the One Health
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The Mediterranean diet, along with similar eating patterns, has long been linked to a lower risk of chronic illness, cognitive decline, and early death. Now, new research adds weight to those claims, suggesting that such diets could also help shield against dementia — and offering clues about the biological processes behind it. Focus on the
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Modern AI tools excel at suggesting restaurants and drafting emails, but when it comes to medical guidance, their limitations can be dangerous. A recent case highlights this risk: a man who followed a chatbot-generated health plan landed in the hospital with a rare form of chemical poisoning. From Sodium Reduction to a Dangerous Substitute The
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A groundbreaking compound, evenamide, has been shown to calm overactive brain circuits in animal models of schizophrenia, leading to improvements in memory, social behaviors, and dopamine regulation—offering hope for treating symptoms that existing antipsychotics fail to address. A Complex Disorder with Multiple Symptom Types Schizophrenia presents a complex mix of positive symptoms (such as hallucinations
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While people today may be living longer on average, only a small fraction will reach their 100th birthday—and the reasons behind this rarity remain unclear to scientists. However, new research by my colleagues and me has identified a potential key factor contributing to the remarkable longevity of centenarians. Centenarians intrigue scientists because they may reveal
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Higher vitamin D levels during pregnancy may lead to improved cognitive abilities in children years later. A major U.S. study suggests that early pregnancy is a crucial period for supporting brain development, particularly in children born to Black mothers. Vitamin D levels in pregnancy play a key role in the well-being of both mother and
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A large-scale study involving over 200,000 American adults has shown that how you eat your potatoes can make a big difference when it comes to your risk of developing type 2 diabetes. While French fries may raise red flags, the findings offer some positive news for fans of this starchy staple. Harvard Study Draws on
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The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved the first aceclidine-based eye drops specifically designed to treat presbyopia—a common age-related condition that impairs near vision and affects over 100 million adults in the U.S. These newly approved drops, called VIZZ, are expected to hit the market within the next three months. A Non-Invasive Daily
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Clues of an overactive immune system may surface more than ten years before the more severe physical symptoms of multiple sclerosis (MS) become evident. A recent study suggests that declining mental health could be among the earliest indicators of the condition, which affects around 2.8 million people globally. Early Symptoms May Foreshadow MS Years Before
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