PAHO highlights surge in yellow fever cases across the Americas in 2025
The Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) has issued a new Rapid Risk Assessment (RRA) on yellow fever in the Americas which shows that the risk to public health remains high…
Rural and segregated areas in Virginia face primary care gaps
This study aimed to identify geographic disparities of the primary care workforce in Virginia and factors associated with primary care physician (PCP) access.
Scientists explain why we obey rules even when no one benefits
New research reveals many people follow costly, arbitrary rules even without external pressure or benefit to others. This conformity stems largely from intrinsic respect for rules and social expectations, more…
Authorship gaps persist in global family medicine research
This study examined authorship inequities for research that was conducted in low- and middle-income countries and published in family medicine journals based in high-income countries.
Delays in cancer diagnosis persist for young people with certain tumors
A new study, led by experts at the University of Nottingham, has found that young people suffering from certain types of cancer, such as bone tumors, are experiencing lengthy times…
Oral 8-aminoguanine protects aging eyes and preserves vision in preclinical study
Oral 8-aminoguanine (8-AG) treatment preserved retinal structure and rod function in aged Fischer 344 rats, significantly reducing oxidative stress and inflammation. These findings highlight the promise of 8-AG as a…
A collaborative initiative by ISSCR toward responsible adoption of stem cell models
Advances in human stem cell-derived disease models have the potential to augment our predictive power for the efficacy and safety of new drugs.
Maestro John Mauceri returns to the stage in renewed health
John Mauceri, an award-winning music conductor, author, and recording artist, is celebrating his return to the stage in better health following specialized cardiac surgery at NYU Langone Health to treat…
Astrocytes may contribute to memory storage in the brain
The human brain contains about 86 billion neurons. These cells fire electrical signals that help the brain store memories and send information and commands throughout the brain and the nervous…
Perfumes and lotions interfere with the body’s pollution defense
Fragrances and lotions don't just change the way people smell, they actively alter the indoor air chemistry around the wearer, disrupting a critical natural process the body uses to protect…