Health
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Gambling problems are mushrooming. Panel says we need to act now.
With recent leap in legalized sports betting and online options, public health experts outline therapeutic, legislative strategies
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One way to save lives in jails
Researchers who studied healthcare in dozens of facilities link accreditation to better collaboration and treatment and fewer deaths
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The brain’s gatekeepers
HMS research IDs special class of cells that safeguard immunity and memory, and may one day treat neurodegenerative disease
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How exactly does ketamine work? New research offers insight.
Anesthetic growing in popularity as game-changing therapy for severe, treatment-resistant depression
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New study maps the ‘dental deserts’ in the U.S. — and there are lots of them
Harvard research shows 1.7 million lack access to care
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Now that we have new ‘miracle’ diet drugs, what’s the point of exercising?
Experts say weight loss isn’t at top of list of health, longevity gains that come from activities like walking, hitting gym
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Falls put older adults at increased risk of Alzheimer’s
Researchers found dementia more frequently diagnosed within one year of a fall, compared to other types of injuries
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‘Weekend warriors’ can cut risk of 264 diseases
Concentrated routines just as effective as regular weekly exercise in protecting against heart, digestive conditions as well as neurological illnesses
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Drug-free nasal spray blocks, neutralizes viruses, bacteria
In preclinical studies, spray offered nearly 100% protection from respiratory infections by COVID-19, influenza, viruses, and pneumonia-causing bacteria
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Using AI to repurpose existing drugs for treatment of rare diseases
Identifies possible therapies for thousands of diseases, including ones with no current treatments
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Suicide among female doctors gets a closer look
Epidemiologist discusses research, shrinking gap between rates of male, female physicians, what can be done
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To assess a smoker’s lung cancer risk, think years — not packs
Far more cases get caught when screening guidelines consider duration of habit regardless of intensity, study finds — especially among Black patients
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Eat this. Take that. Get skinny. Trust us.
Popularity of newest diet drugs fuel ‘dumpster fire’ of risky knock-offs, questionable supplements, food products, experts warn
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High doses of Adderall may increase psychosis risk
Among those who take prescription amphetamines, 81% of cases of psychosis or mania could have been eliminated if they were not on the high dose, findings suggest
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Breakthrough technique may help speed understanding, treatment of MD, ALS
3D organoid system can generate millions of adult skeletal-muscle stem cells
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Soda is bad for you yet your body wants it. Why?
Psychiatrist explains why we crave junk food — and how to cultivate healthier eating habits
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Parkinson’s may take a ‘gut-first’ path
Damage to upper GI lining linked to future risk of Parkinson’s disease, says new study
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New AI tool can diagnose cancer, guide treatment, predict patient survival
Model uses features of a tumor’s microenvironment across 19 different cancer types
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Blood test can warn women of risk decades before heart attack, stroke
Findings support universal screening of three biomarkers, not just cholesterol
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Weight-loss drug linked to fewer COVID deaths
Large-scale study finds Wegovy reduces risk of heart attack, stroke
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Billions worldwide deficient in essential micronutrients
Inadequate levels carry risk of adverse pregnancy outcomes, blindness
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Smokers are less likely to develop Parkinson’s. Why?
Researchers test theory explaining medical mystery and identify potential new treatment
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Alzheimer’s drug may save lives through ‘suspended animation’
Could buy patients more time to survive critical injuries and diseases, even when disaster strikes far from a hospital
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Implantable device responds to opioid overdose
Without assistance, it allows for precise administration of naloxone at the moment it is needed
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Study detects ‘hidden consciousness’ in brain injury patients
25% of participants with severe brain injury followed instructions covertly
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Examining new weight-loss drugs, pediatric bariatric patients
Researcher says study found variation in practices, discusses safety concerns overall for younger users
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Shingles may increase risk of cognitive decline
Availability of vaccine offers opportunity to reduce burden of shingles and possible dementia
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Loving your pup may be a many splendored thing
New research suggests having connection to your dog may lower depression, anxiety
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Aspirin may help cut colorectal cancer risk
New research suggests those with less healthy lifestyles may get highest benefit from regular use
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Faster ‘in a dish’ model may speed up treatment for Parkinson’s
Could result in personalized models to test diagnostic and treatment strategies
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Fixing key flaw in revolutionary cancer treatment
Researchers devise way to boost CAR T-cell therapy to potentially ensure it doesn’t fade prematurely
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If it feels too hot to run, maybe it is
Experts who have seen health consequences close-up offer guidelines for summer athletes
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Does your brain reflect your sex?
Precision medicine is just one field where the answer matters
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Beginning of end of HIV epidemic?
Scientists cautiously optimistic about trial results of new preventative treatment, prospects for new phase in battle with deadly virus
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Can good sleep help prevent diabetes?
Study links irregular sleep patterns with higher disease risk
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Between bright light and a good mood, plenty of sleep
Researchers outline path to lower risk of depression