The first gel-based cartilage substitute that is stronger and more durable than the real thing could transform knee operations, a Duke University team has said.

The final clinical trial of a new vaccine against Lyme disease created by Pfizer is calling for 6,000 volunteers in Europe and the US.

Breastfeeding provides an immune boost to infants A recent study by Katherine Wander, an associate professor of anthropology at Binghamton University, suggests that breastfeeding strengthens a baby's immune system and helps it resist infectious diseases. She …

New York, Aug 15 (IANS): US scientists have developed a contact lens that can help in the early detection of cancer using tears and help in the treatment. The novel lens, developed by the team at the Terasaki Institute for Biomedical Innovation (TIBI) in Cal…

Recombinant spider silks are of interest but the multimodal and aggregation-prone nature of them is a limitation. Here, the authors report on a miniature spidroin based on the N-terminal domain which forms a hydrogel at 37 °C which allows for ease of producti…

Scientific Reports - Investigating the effect of N-doping on carbon quantum dots structure, optical properties and metal ion screening

The innovation could pave the way for further breakthroughs in medical adhesives, particularly in situations where adhesives are difficult to apply, such as on moist skin.

Have you also been told to avoid eating fruits after meals and don't drink water before eating? We got a gastrointestinal surgeon and dietitians to give their opinions.

Mr Omilabu said the federal government should put efforts in place to acquire smallpox vaccines in the fight against monkeypox.

Actress Anne Heche, 53, was taken off life support on Sunday after health officials found suitable organ recipients. She had been on life support for over a week following a fiery crash.

Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is associated with diminished cognition and altered white matter...

Notifying Australian women about their breast density informs them about its related risk but might have downsides, write Brooke Nickel, Nehmat Houssami, and Meagan Brennan

Illuminating the brain one neuron and synapse at a time: 5 essential reads about how researchers are using new tools to map its structure and function.

New research provides an explanation for why intense thinking causes people to feel mentally exhausted rather than drowsy. | Health

DIABETES is a group of conditions where the body is unable to independently manage its blood sugar levels. There are three types of diabetes, type one, type two, and malnutrition-related diabetes. In all of three of these, the diet plays a key role in the man…

"Diabetes type 2, hypothyroidism, hyperthyroidism, obesity, PCOS, heavy periods, infertility, stiff joints, acne, and hirsutism (excess hair on the face) are caused by hormonal imbalance in the body," wrote Renu Rakheja, a nutritionist

Coconut water can also be used if you suffering from illnesses. It consists of potassium, sodium, magnesium, and calcium which provides the body with the essential minerals. This drink is low in calories which makes this a popular sports drink.

These bacteria have powerful defensive mechanisms, including hard cell walls that keep the majority of drugs out and pumps that effectively remove those antibiotics that do get inside, making them particularly challenging to treat. The bacteria can also chang…

Engaging in open and honest dialogue with the public to increase understanding of health inequities has never been more important.

London, Aug 14 (IANS): While hard physical labour can wear you out, researchers have found out why sitting around thinking hard for hours also makes one feel worn out. The findings, reported in Current Biology, showed that when intense cognitive work is prol…

BALTIMORE — In a video exclusive, Susan Weiner talks with Association of Diabetes Care and Education Specialists leaders about positioning its members to address diabetes comorbidities and about updates to danatech, its technology website. Susan We…

The Public Health department published its weekly Public Health Spotlight on Communicable and Non-Communicable Diseases on Thursday, August 11, 2022. Below are the key messages on Monkeypox, Alzheimer’s disease and COVID-19.

According to a recent study, eating more of this juicy, antioxidant-packed fruit could help extend your lifespan.