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A New Ultrasound Pad is Designed to Make Prenatal Appointments More Comfortable

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If you’ve ever had an ultrasound, you know that while the procedure itself is generally easy to tolerate, the cold, gooey gel applied to your skin beforehand can be quite uncomfortable. Researchers in Japan have now developed a potential alternative. Despite its unpleasant texture, temperature, and slight odor, ultrasound gel is essential for the procedure. […]

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Weight Gain and Cholesterol Reduced by New Nitric Oxide–Focused Treatment

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Scientists have identified an enzyme that promotes fat synthesis and demonstrated that inhibiting it stops weight gain and reduces cholesterol levels in mice. Obesity has become one of the most prevalent global health problems and is a leading cause of avoidable illness and premature mortality. It greatly raises the likelihood of associated conditions such as

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Scientists use a Spinach Leaf to Make an Artificial Heart

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Medical progress doesn’t always come from cutting-edge technology or sophisticated machinery; sometimes it starts with simple observation. That was the case when scientists examined a spinach leaf and recognized its potential as the foundation for an experimental artificial heart, created in the lab to support research on heart disease and tissue regeneration. The study was

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Scientists Develop a Powder that Instantly Seals Deadly Wounds

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On December 29, KAIST unveiled a powdered agent that stops bleeding in about one second, forming a durable hydrogel to reduce fatal blood loss. Severe blood loss is the top cause of combat deaths, creating a need for fast, reliable treatments in extreme conditions. In response, a KAIST research team developed a method to halt

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Gene Editing Nears an End to Daily Cholesterol Meds

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A new one-time CRISPR treatment targeting “bad” cholesterol will enter Phase I human trials. If it works, it could become the first approved gene-silencing therapy, removing the need for lifelong drugs and significantly cutting cardiovascular risk. Strong expectations surround Scribe Therapeutics’ STX-1150, a US-developed therapy that lowers LDL (“bad”) cholesterol by epigenetically silencing the PCSK9

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Hair Dye may Raise Breast Cancer Risk by 60%

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Concerns about a link between permanent hair dyes and breast cancer have grown following a large-scale study tracking thousands of women over several years. Researchers aimed to determine whether the chemicals in these products could affect breast cancer risk. By monitoring women of various ages, backgrounds, and hair product usage habits, the study uncovered patterns

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Brain Scans May Assist in Regaining Movement After Paralysis

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A brain cap paired with intelligent algorithms could potentially allow paralyzed patients to translate their thoughts into movement—without the need for surgery. Individuals with spinal cord injuries frequently lose partial or full movement in their arms or legs. Often, the nerves in the limbs remain functional, and the brain still generates normal signals. The issue

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Can Glass Replace Bone? Chinese Scientists 3D-Print Bone-like Bioglass

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Chinese researchers have developed 3D-printed bioglass that matches bone strength, supports cell survival for weeks, and could transform customized dental implants. Glass is rarely thought of as a replacement for human bone, but Chinese scientists suggest it may be possible. They have created a bioactive, 3D-printable glass that replicates bone strength. Tests showed it supports

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Doctors Warn of Rising Ketamine-Linked Health Issues Among Young People

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Urology departments in England and Wales have observed a rise in hospital admissions for bladder inflammation among 16- to 24-year-olds linked to ketamine use. This trend seems to reflect a broader increase in ketamine consumption, with the number of young people and adults seeking treatment for ketamine abuse last year rising sharply compared to previous

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