The highlands of Lesotho are a maze of peaks and valleys, making roads rare and travel hard. A team of doctors and nurses flies in helicopters to reach people who otherwise have no way to see a doctor. One of the team’s members, a young dental therapist, has been flying into these remote spots for e
A Chinese research team has made 3‑D printing much quicker and still detailed. Instead of adding layers one by one, they use holographic light that fills a whole volume at once. The system shines light from many angles, like a projector, and shapes the resin inside a container instantly. No
These tiny 3‑D cultures, called organoids, are changing how scientists study lung cancer. Instead of flat cell sheets or animal models that take months to grow, organoids can be produced quickly while keeping the original tumor’s structure and variety. Researchers now grow lung cancer organoid
In the high mountains of Azad Jammu and Kashmir, people have lived for generations by turning to nature’s gifts for health. The area is a patchwork of cultures, each with its own stories about how animals can help cure sickness. Yet scientists have only just begun to listen. Researchers are now tra
Jean‑Martin Charcot, a key figure in early neurology, is remembered this year as part of his 200th birthday. He worked in Paris and helped shape modern brain study, while also becoming a friend of writer Alphonse Daudet. Their friendship later soured because Daudet, who had a serious nerve disease,
Female athletes are getting a big break with a $50 million investment aimed at keeping them safe and competitive. The Women’s Health, Sports & Performance Institute (WHSP) is stepping up to tackle the gaps in sports medicine research for women. This isn't just about treating injuries; it's about und
Space travel is tough on the body. Astronauts face big health challenges, especially on long trips like going to Mars. Space medicine is all about keeping them healthy in places where doctors aren't around. It's like having a health plan for extreme conditions. Lifestyle medicine is a big deal on E
Ten years have passed since the launch of Preventive Medicine Reports. This milestone is a big deal. It shows how far the field of preventive medicine has come. The journal started with a clear goal. It wanted to share important research. This research helps people stay healthy. It stops sickness be
Obesity in children and teenagers is a growing concern globally, leading to various health issues like heart disease, diabetes, and mental health challenges. To tackle this, doctors often prescribe medications, but a critical question arises: does race influence the effectiveness of these drugs? A
Healthcare has always been a bit of a slow mover. Why? Well, it's complicated, heavily regulated, and safety is a top priority. But guess what? Things are starting to change. Over the past ten years, tech has been advancing, people's expectations have shifted, and new rules have been put in place.
