As the days grow shorter, many people notice a change in their mood. This isn't just feeling a bit down; it's a condition called seasonal affective disorder, or SAD. It's a type of depression that shows up at the same time every year, usually in the fall and winter when there's less sunlight. SAD c
In 2025, a significant update was made to how doctors treat a liver condition called MASH. This condition is linked to metabolic issues and used to be known as NAFLD. The update focuses on using a drug called semaglutide, which is found in a medication named Wegovy. The FDA gave Wegovy the green li
In Israel, a unique training program for clinical psychologists is tackling a big question: how do therapists balance their personal beliefs with their professional work? This program brings together people from different religious and cultural backgrounds, including Ultra-Orthodox Jews, Arab Muslim
In a heartwarming show of support, top financial advisors and their firms came together to donate $1. 5 million to a cause close to many hearts: finding a cure for childhood brain cancer. This generous contribution will go towards a groundbreaking clinical trial for a vaccine therapy that could chan
NK cells are like the body's first line of defense against cancer. They can spot and attack harmful cells without needing a specific signal. This makes them a promising tool for fighting cancer. However, tumors can create a tough environment that weakens NK cells. This environment can make it hard f
Memory troubles can be tough, and scientists are always looking for ways to help. One tool they’re testing is called repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation, or rTMS for short. But here’s the cool part: they’re not stopping there. They’re mixing rTMS with other treatments like electric brain za
Two biotech startups, RenBio and Fractyl Health, are exploring innovative ways to help the body produce more GLP-1, a hormone that plays a crucial role in regulating appetite and blood sugar levels. Their goal is to develop gene therapies that can turn cells into tiny factories producing GLP-1, pote
Nasopharyngeal carcinoma (NPC) is a big problem in Southeast Asia and southern China. Many people get it, but it's often found too late. Doctors have been using drugs that target a protein called EGFR to fight it. These drugs work at first, but the cancer cells find ways to resist them. Scientists
Uveal melanoma is a tough nut to crack, especially when it resists chemotherapy. Scientists have been on the hunt for new ways to tackle this issue. They created lab-grown versions of these tough cancer cells by exposing them to common chemo drugs like dacarbazine, cisplatin, and gemcitabine. Then,
In the world of germs, some are more famous for causing trouble than others. One such troublemaker is Streptococcus pyogenes, better known as Group A Strep. It's usually known for causing sore throats and skin infections. But in rare cases, it can cause serious lung infections. A 52-year-old woman
