Protective bacterial communities consume the nutrients to starve out pathogens
The human gut is home to hundreds of different bacterial species collectively known as the gut microbiome.
Study tracks evolution of deadly chicken virus using ancient DNA
An international team of scientists led by geneticists and disease biologists from the University of Oxford and LMU Munich have used ancient DNA to trace the evolution of Marek's Disease…
Food deserts and budget constraints hinder healthy choices for SNAP recipients
The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) is the nation's largest nutrition program, helping 41 million participants afford "nutritious food essential to health and well-being."
Novel immunization strategies can markedly increase mucosal immunity in nonhuman primates
The global COVID-19 vaccination campaign saved an estimated 20 million lives. However, while current COVID-19 vaccines provide protection against developing severe disease, they do little to prevent infection and transmission.
Epigenetic changes can cause type 2 diabetes
Do epigenetic changes cause type 2 diabetes, or do the changes occur only after a person has become ill? A new study provides increased support for the idea that epigenetic…
Researchers reveal a connection between cellular metabolism and depression, suicidal ideation
Major depressive disorder affects 16.1 million adults in the United States and costs $210 billion annually. While the primary symptoms of depression are psychological, scientists and doctors have come to…
Light physical activity emerges as powerful tool to reverse childhood inactivity’s cholesterol risk
Increased sedentary time in childhood can raise cholesterol levels by two thirds as an adult, leading to heart problems and even premature death - but a new study has found…
Tuscan Chicken Recipe
This content originally appeared here. Republished with permission.Chilly nights call for easy, cozy dinners! This healthy Tuscan chicken recipe is all kinds of delicious and super simple to make in…
‘Financial ruin is baked into the system’: Readers on the costs of long-term care
Thousands of readers reacted to the articles in the "Dying Broke" series about the financial burden of long-term care in the United States.
Vaccination encouraged for eligible groups as flu cases spike
All those eligible for the flu vaccine are being urged to come forward as the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) published data showing a significant increase in the number of…