HEPATITIS C Around 300,000 people die from hepatitis C every year. A new study from the University of Copenhagen is the first to map the protein complex that enables the virus to…
The United States Supreme Court’s ruling on the Dobbs v Jackson Women’s Health Organization case in June 2024 revoked constitutionally guaranteed access to abortion for women. Since the ruling, 14 US states have placed…
Inflammatory bowel diseases (IBD), such as Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis, are chronic conditions that significantly impact patients’ quality of life. While significant advancements have been made in treatment options, pursuing long-term…
Out-of-body experiences, such as near-death experiences, can have a “transformative” effect on people’s ability to experience empathy and connect with others, a scientific paper from University of Virginia School of Medicine researchers…
Understanding how ‘visual thinking’ works is key to building human-level AI, says AI expert It may be possible for computers to emulate a type of consciousness, he suggests Expert also warns that…
The Food and Drug Administration implemented a rule to go into effect on Sept. 10, 2024, requiring mammography facilities to notify women about their breast density. The goal is to ensure that…
It turns out that a particular gene has a great influence on longevity, a new study from the University of Copenhagen concludes. This may pave the way for new treatment. Sleep, fasting,…
Obesity is a known risk factor for severe symptoms, but a new study from Mass General Brigham shows that it may also increase risk of infection A new study by investigators from Mass…
The impact of concussion while playing sport is different in those who don’t play professionally, according to new research. Sports-related concussions (SRC) may not be associated with long-term cognitive risks for…
Rare diseases affect fewer than 1 in 2,000 people individually. However, with over 7,000 different types identified, their global impact is significant. In the Asia-Pacific region, approximately 258 million people have a…