Social media, like Reddit, has made it super easy for folks to share their thoughts on health and medicine. This can give us amazing insights into what patients are worried about and why they might turn to the internet instead of doctors. Researchers have come up with a cool method to sort through t
Drugs don't always stop cancer cells from growing, but they often mess with their metabolism. Scientists used a high-tech method, called metabolomics, to see how 1, 520 drugs affected 2, 269 potential metabolites in A549 lung cancer cells. Even though only 26% of the drugs slowed down cell growth, a
Two major LGBTQ legal groups have filed a lawsuit against President Trump's latest ban on transgender people serving in the military. The suit, filed on behalf of six active-duty trans troops and two aspiring recruits, claims the ban is un-American and weakens our country. The ban, signed as an exec
In 2024, the Office of Research Integrity (ORI) under the U. S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) released a significant update to the Public Health Service Policies on Research Misconduct. This is the first major revision in almost 20 years, and it’s sparking conversations about its imp
Ever pondered why certain people turn nasty on the internet when politics are discussed? Canadian scientists recently explored this question. They surveyed 1, 725 adults, asking about their personalities and online behavior. The results? People who are honest, kind, and reliable usually remain civil
A New York State Police officer, Thomas Mascia, who claimed to have been shot by a suspect, is now facing charges. The 27-year-old trooper turned himself in on Monday, along with his parents. They are accused of crimes like tampering with evidence, falsely reporting a crime, and illegal gun possessi
Looking for a powerful tablet at a bargain price? The Samsung Galaxy Tab S9+ has just gotten cheaper at Best Buy. Right now, you can grab the 256GB version for $799. 99, which is a massive $200 savings off the regular price of $999. 99. So, what makes this tablet a great choice? It's all about the s
The success of meniscal allograft transplantation (MAT) relies on recognizing and treating cartilage damage at the same time. But how much does repairing cartilage during MAT affect the surgery's long-term success and failure rates? Researchers set out to find answers by comparing MAT procedures wit
Did you know that a particular type of knee surgery, posteromedial opening wedge high tibial osteotomy (PMOWHTO), has been gaining attention? A recent study found that when combined with root repair, this surgery can work wonders for people with specific knee issues like varus-aligned medial meniscu
Imagine the human family tree is a big puzzle. Scientists have been adding new pieces for years. Recently, they found some bones in China that don't fit any known ancient human relative. These bones belong to a new species with a huge brain, even bigger than ours! Some scientists think this species
