Vaping during childhood and adolescence may carry a broader range of health risks than previously recognised, with evidence linking e-cigarette use among young people to nicotine dependence, respiratory and oral-health problems, poorer
A recent study has uncovered promising results for people living with both type 2 diabetes and chronic kidney disease (CKD), revealing that a medication already approved for treating these conditions may also
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In a groundbreaking development, researchers have unveiled an artificial intelligence (AI) tool capable of diagnosing a range of diseases — including diabetes, HIV, COVID-19, and autoimmune conditions — from a single blood
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In a groundbreaking medical breakthrough, a two-and-a-half-year-old girl has shown no signs of a typically fatal genetic disorder after receiving treatment while still in the womb. The case, reported by The Nature
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Migraine, once thought to be merely an excruciating headache, is now emerging as a far more complex condition, with new research offering hope for the estimated one billion people worldwide who suffer
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A groundbreaking case of cancer remission following CAR-T cell therapy has given new hope for the treatment of solid tumors. A woman, who was just four years old when she underwent an
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In a groundbreaking development, researchers led by Eske Willerslev are pushing the frontiers of ancient DNA analysis, revealing critical insights into human evolution and environmental history. As highlighted in MIT Technology Review’s
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An analysis of the genomes of nearly 6,000 Greenlandic people has provided new insights into how centuries of isolation have shaped the genetic profile of Greenlanders. Published on February 12, 2025, in
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Turmeric, a staple in Indian cuisine, has long been celebrated for its vibrant yellow hue and unique flavor. However, recent studies have uncovered surprising health benefits that go beyond its culinary uses,
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As the popularity of prescription weight-loss drugs like Ozempic and Mounjaro continues to rise, so do reports of severe side effects, including a troubling new concern: blindness. Recent evidence is raising alarms
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A groundbreaking study published in Nature on February 5 has uncovered surprising patterns in the behavior of large crowds. Researchers studying the movement of crowds at Spain’s traditional Feast of San Fermín
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New research published in Cell Metabolism has revealed a concerning connection between the consumption of sugar-sweetened beverages and the risk of developing type 2 diabetes, with a key player being the gut
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A groundbreaking study from Brigham and Women’s Hospital in Boston has found that consuming processed red meat is linked to an increased risk of cognitive decline and dementia. The research, published in
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In a significant setback for the UK government’s efforts to attract private sector investments, AstraZeneca has announced the cancellation of its proposed £450 million vaccine manufacturing plant at its Speke site, near
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The Colours of Courage Trust, in collaboration with the Ministry of Health and the Sri Lanka Army, has officially resumed construction of the Karapitiya Trail Cancer Hospital, a critical project aimed at
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Emergency hospital admissions for children and teenagers with mental health crises have risen by nearly two-thirds in the past decade, driven largely by an increase in cases of self-harm and eating disorders
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