Do pregnancy complications increase risk of heart disease?
Researchers found women who have complications during pregnancy could be at a higher risk of developing heart disease for up to 46 years…
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Are probiotics good for your health?
Swedish scientists show taking probiotics for more than a month can improve gastrointestinal health and reduce inflammation.
New therapies to aid muscle regeneration
Scientists enhance muscle regeneration by combining two methods to boost the energy factories of damaged cells.
Editing traitorous genes to fight cancer
Scientists deleted genes responsible for "traitorous cells" that stop the immune system from fighting brain cancer.
Engineering bacteria to fight antibiotic-resistant strains
Scientists engineered live bacteria to fight other, harmful bacteria that cause lung infections. This could be another way to tackle…
Childhood trauma can accelerate aging
Researchers find childhood neglect and abuse can accelerate aging, leaving those affected vulnerable to age-related diseases like dementia.
The gut microbiome influences motivation to exercise
Scientists showed bacteria in the guts of mice regulate production of the pleasure-inducing chemical dopamine during exercise.
A modified mumps vaccine for COVID-19
Researchers created a new vaccine candidate for COVID-19 using the existing measles, mumps, rubella vaccine.
Frequently moisturized infants are more likely to develop food allergies later in life
Researchers find that three-month-old infants who are moisturized several times a day are more likely to develop a food allergy by three…
New genetic markers for rheumatoid arthritis
Scientists uncovered new genetic risk factors for rheumatoid arthritis by comparing DNA from people across 5 ancestries. This research could…