Peanut allergies in young children have seen a significant drop. This change is thanks to a shift in advice given to parents. For a long time, experts told parents to keep peanuts away from babies. They thought this would prevent allergies. But a big study in 2015 showed the opposite. It found that
Music isn't just for entertainment; it can actually help people feel better when they're in pain. Rod Salaysay, a nurse at UC San Diego Health, knows this well. He plays guitar and ukulele for patients recovering from surgery. When he plays, patients often smile, relax, and sometimes even need fewer
In the intricate world of the brain, tiny immune system proteins named C1q and C3 are stirring up trouble. Normally, these proteins are the brain's protectors. However, in epilepsy, they turn against the brain. They disrupt the brain's connections, leading to excessive brain activity and seizures.
EPP and XLP are rare conditions that make life hard for those who have them. These genetic disorders cause a toxic buildup in the body. This leads to pain when exposed to sunlight. People with these conditions often face a tough life. Their daily activities are greatly affected. Yet, there are few t
Menopause is often linked to hot flashes and mood swings, but a recent study highlights a less talked about issue: digestive problems. Nearly 600 women from the UK, aged 44 to 73, shared their experiences. A whopping 94% of them reported digestive issues. Even more surprising, 82% said these problem
Cells in our body are like students in a school, each with the potential to become a teacher, doctor, or engineer. But how do they choose their path? Recent research sheds light on how certain molecules, called linker histones, guide blood cells to become either immune fighters (lymphoid) or helpers
Hair turning gray is not just about getting older. It might be a sign that your body is fighting off cancer. Scientists have found that the cells that give hair its color can act like bodyguards. They protect you by getting rid of damaged cells that could cause cancer. These special cells, called m
Parkinson's disease is a serious condition that affects movement. One of its main symptoms is muscle stiffness, which can make everyday tasks difficult. But there's a new way to measure this stiffness: ultrasound elastography, or UE for short. This technology uses sound waves to create images of the
A group of very smart people from OpenAI and Google Brain decided to start a new company called Periodic Labs. They want to use AI to discover new materials, like super conductors. They got a lot of money, $300 million, from investors to do this. The idea started when two friends, Liam Fedus and Ek
In the world of environmental science, things aren't always as straightforward as they seem. Take zebrafish larvae, for instance. These tiny fish face big trouble when exposed to cadmium sulfide (CdS), a harmful chemical. When sunlight hits CdS, it releases toxic cadmium (Cd2+), which slows down the
