A new lab study uses a special heat‑sensitive gel to squeeze a tiny part of the brain in mice. The goal is to mimic what happens when blood leaks inside the brain, a condition called intracerebral hemorrhage. In people, this bleed often leaves one side of the body weak or paralyzed because it damage
A group of specialists met in Rome to rethink how doctors treat long‑term lung and nose problems. They said that instead of just easing symptoms, the aim should be to put these conditions into a quiet state called remission. They agreed that this goal does not depend on how bad the disease looked
Laura Cala, a Colombian plastic surgeon who runs a popular medspa, is growing her education hub called Cala 360. The site mixes health tips, emotional support and beauty advice so people can feel better on all levels. The platform works together with her podcast, “Beauty Without Filters, ” giving
A fresh plan is shaping up between the United States and Iran, aiming to bring in $300 billion of private money. More than half of that amount has already been pledged by companies from the U. S. , Gulf Arab states, Asia, South America and Africa. The money is meant to spark investment in Iran’s ene
South Bend schools are turning to teachers with emergency permits to fill gaps caused by a nationwide shortage, a move that raises concerns about student learning and equity. Emergency permits allow educators who hold at least a bachelor’s degree to teach for one school year without full certificati
The sign on U. S. 301 in King George County is bright and clear: “Gardening Gays Farm. ” It looks like a normal farm sign, but the story behind it is unusual. Two men, Dragan and Kevin, grew up in different places. Dragan was raised on a farm in Croatia and promised himself he would never work on a
The way different diabetes medicines affect body shape and weight is important for health. A study looked closely at several common drugs to see how they change muscle, fat and overall body mass. Researchers collected data from many trials that compared the main types of medication used to treat
The bacteria that cause tuberculosis and other lung infections can live in protective layers called biofilms. These communities are harder to treat because they survive inside the body for long periods. New research shows that certain chemicals produced by the host’s immune system can actually help
A new review examines how a popular class of weight‑loss medicines, called GLP‑1 receptor agonists, affects muscle health in seniors. Older people often find it hard to change habits that keep them overweight, and they also face many long‑term illnesses. Because of this, doctors are turning more
Scientists tested how small pieces of polyethylene, a common plastic, affect rat lungs when put directly into the airway. They used both medium‑sized and ultra‑small particles to see if they cause harm. The results show that these tiny plastics can damage lung tissue, raising concerns about similar
