A recent survey looked into how much medical professionals in Ningxia, China, know about being honest in research, and what they think about doing wrong things in academics. They asked about 3 main things: knowledge, attitude, and actions. The goal? To find out why some folks might not always play b
You might be surprised to learn that scientists are turning to old drugs to combat COVID-19. Medicines like chloroquine, ivermectin, and remdesivir are being explored as potential weapons against the new coronavirus. These drugs aren't fresh off the assembly line, but they could be mighty effective
Did you know that the tiny creatures living in your saliva can tell a lot about your health? Especially if you have type 2 diabetes. In a recent study, scientists took a closer look at these microbes when diabetes meets different levels of gum disease. They found that the mix of microbes changes qui
You've heard about delirium, right? It's that sudden state of confusion that often hits older folks. But have you ever thought about the people who care for them? In the UK, there's not much known about what these carers go through. This study wanted to change that. They talked to carers, asked abou
In the last decade, a new field called justice health research has popped up. It's like a bridge between the worlds of public health and the justice system. To make sure this area of study is fair and focused, researchers are taking a close look at what's been done so far. They're checking for any m
Ever heard of paper mills? They're secretive groups that craft low-quality or fake research papers for cash. A bunch of researchers called United2Act have teamed up to highlight this issue. They've come up with five big questions about paper mills that need more attention and support. First off, ho
Young people between 12 and 25 years old are most likely to use e-cigarettes, but getting them involved in health studies can be tough. Past research shows that watching a video to understand research can help them grasp the details better. However, previous videos used were quite long, unlike the s
Imagine if we could catch colon cancer early by simply analyzing breath or stool samples. Scientists are working on exactly that! They're exploring the use of volatile organic compounds (VOCs) to detect colorectal cancer (CRC) and its precursors, known as advanced adenomas. Unlike the current faecal
Did you know that a hormone in your body could help with more than just diabetes? Let's talk about GLP1 therapies. These treatments are usually used to manage type 2 diabetes. But now, scientists are finding new ways to use them. GLP1 therapies work by mimicking a natural hormone in your body. This
Scientists around the globe are diving deep into our body's cellular world. They're creating something called the Human Cell Atlas. Think of it as a detailed map of all the different types of cells in our body and how they work. This map isn't done yet, but a bunch of new research papers just came o
