New sprayable gel promises safer endoscopic surgeries
More than 20 million Americans undergo colonoscopy screenings every year, and in many of those cases, doctors end up removing polyps that are 2 cm or larger and require additional…
Study: More women experience cardiovascular disease following a depression diagnosis than men
People with depression face an increased risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD); however, more women experience CVD following a depression diagnosis than men, according to a new study published today in…
For infants born extremely preterm, redirection of care discussions occurred less often for Black and Hispanic infants
Whether the level of care they receive depends on the social status of the mother is a question recently explored in a study that appeared online in JAMA Pediatrics.
Research uncovers mechanical explanation for instability in the lungs of ARDS patients
Researchers at the University of Minnesota Twin Cities may have discovered a mechanical explanation for instability observed in the lungs in cases of acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS), particularly in…
Increased stiffness in aging skin may contribute to higher rates of metastatic skin cancer
Age-related changes that cause the skin to stiffen and become less elastic may also contribute to higher rates of metastatic skin cancer in older people, according to research by investigators…
Boosting curcumin’s absorption and effectiveness for disease prevention and therapy
The potential of nano-formulations to boost the bioavailability and bioactivity of curcumin.
Maternal obesity linked to liver cancer risk in offspring
Obesity, which could reach 50% of the population in certain developed countries by 2030, is a major public health concern.
Combined prevalence of underweight and obesity has increased in most countries since 1990, study reports
A new study in The Lancet looks at their worldwide impact on the prevalence of obesity and underweight from 1999 to 2022.
Infant feeding practices, health and quality of life outcomes during the 2022 infant formula shortage
A recent study published in Nutrients examined infant formula use, difficulties, support resources, and potentially beneficial measures for the future in a sample of US parents.