Lactoferrin, a protein found in milk, has been shown to help protect the gut from damage caused by a toxin called deoxynivalenol (DON). Researchers wanted to understand how lactoferrin works at a genetic level to reduce inflammation and oxidative stress in the gut. When mice were fed a diet contami
Teens who had tough starts in life often struggle with managing their emotions. Their brains work differently, especially in areas that help them understand and control their feelings. A recent study explored if mindfulness, combined with brain training, could help these teens. The study involved t
Cancer doctors in France face a tricky situation. They often mix up research goals with patient care. This mix-up is called therapeutic misconception (TM). It happens when people in studies think the main goal is to help them, not to find out new things for everyone. Oncologists deal with this a lo
People with axial spondyloarthritis (axSpA) often use TNFα inhibitors (TNFi) to manage their symptoms. But did you know that lifestyle choices can impact how well these treatments work? A recent study looked at data from 14 European countries to understand this better. The study found that factors
Julian Lin, a 10-year-old from the Upper West Side, has been making waves in the business world since he was just four years old. His journey began at a local fruit stand, where he learned the ropes of selling produce to customers. This early experience sparked his interest in business, and he hasn'
The US is planning to hit the European Union and Mexico with a 30% tax on their goods starting August. This news comes from President Trump, who shared the update on his social media platform. He also sent similar messages to other countries, warning them about even bigger taxes if they fight back.
Video calls are now a big deal in treating brain cancer in children. This isn't just a short-term trend. It's been going on for 20 years between two hospitals, one in Jordan and one in Canada. But it's not just them anymore. Since 2018, more hospitals in the region have joined in. They all talk abou
Unions are common in many jobs, even in healthcare. Nurses, for example, often have unions to help them. Lately, resident doctors have been forming unions too. They want better work conditions and benefits. But will this help or hurt neurosurgery training? That's what this study wanted to find out.
Leprosy can mess up the nerves that control things like sweating and blood flow. But checking these nerves isn't easy or cheap. A new study tried to see if a simple infrared camera could help. The idea is to use the camera to measure how fast your hands warm up after being in cold water. This warmi
By 2035, more than half of the planet's people might be overweight or obese. That's a big problem, but there's hope. Exercise, especially high-intensity interval training (HIIT), can help manage weight and improve health. But what if we could give workouts a little extra oomph? Enter therapeutic ul
