New human ovaroid model offers insight into infertility and differences in sex development
, 2025-05-11 16:54:00 A new model of tiny human ovary organoids, or ovaroids, has been developed from stem cells, according to research presented at the first Joint Congress between the…
Late motherhood and weight gain greatly increase breast cancer risk
, 2025-05-11 13:31:00 Women who experience significant weight gain after the age of 20 and either have their first child after the age of 30 or don't have children are…
GLP-1 receptor agonists improve mood and metabolic health in adults with mental illness
, 2025-05-11 16:22:00 Glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists (GLP-1 RAs) can lead to significant weight loss and improve blood sugar control in adults with severe mental illness, as well as having…
Early menopause increases risk of fatty liver disease and metabolic disorders
, 2025-05-11 13:37:00 Women who experience menopause before the age of 50 - and especially before the age of 45 - are more likely to develop fatty liver disease and…
Infertility in women linked to higher risk of heart disease
, 2025-05-11 13:57:00 Women who experience infertility are more likely to develop heart and blood vessel conditions later in life, with younger women and those who undergo fertility treatments at…
Sumeet Chugh named vice dean and chief artificial intelligence health research officer at Cedars-Sinai
, 2025-05-11 14:21:00 Sumeet Chugh, MD, whose research into sudden cardiac arrest has led to novel methods of predicting the usually fatal condition, has been promoted to vice dean and…
FDA approves at home HPV test as alternative to pap smear
, 2025-05-11 14:31:00 The Food and Drug Administration just approved an at home test that could be an optional alternative to a yearly pap smear. The test looks for human…
AI tool uses selfies to predict biological age and cancer survival
, 2025-05-11 14:30:00 Three pedestrians take a selfie on the picturesque alleyway at the end of Rue de l'Universite, Paris. Doctors often start exams with the so-called "eyeball test"—a snap…
Blocking LSD1 restores immune response in early oral cancer
, 2025-05-11 14:43:00 Oral squamous cell carcinoma (OSCC) is a leading cause of cancer-related deaths, and early detection is key to improving patient outcomes. However, the mechanisms driving the transition…
First Principles Thinking for Healthcare IT: AI Integration and Life Sciences
Chris Puuri , 2025-05-11 14:02:00 Organizations across the entire healthcare ecosystem have been betting big on AI. The excitement is justified. Implementing these technologies can save a lot of time…
Five evidence-based ways to manage chronic stress—by an expert in behavioral psychology
, 2025-05-11 14:10:00 Credit: Unsplash/CC0 Public Domain Spend too long on social media and you might start to hear the term "cortisol face" used to describe someone with supposedly puffy…
Long term steroid use raises risk of adrenal insufficiency
, 2025-05-11 13:51:00 Individuals taking steroid tablets for more than 3 months are over 6 times more likely to be diagnosed with adrenal insufficiency than those treated with non-steroidal anti-inflammatory…
Beyond Screening: Addressing Social Challenges After the Questions Are Asked
Danielle Carter , 2025-05-11 13:34:00 Social determinants of health (SDOH) screening tools have been prioritized in emerging healthcare delivery models aimed at transforming traditional care delivery and reimbursing a broader…
DNA strand separation requires more force in crowded cellular environments
, 2025-05-11 13:19:00 By creating a more true-to-life representation of DNA's environment, researchers at Northwestern University have discovered that strand separation - the essential process a "resting" double helix undergoes…
Newly identified gene mutation causes severe form of Fanconi anemia
, 2025-05-11 13:00:00 Fanconi anemia is an aggressive, life-threatening disorder. Most individuals living with this rare genetic condition, characterized by bone marrow failure and cancer predisposition, survive into adulthood only…
Experts call Kennedy’s plan to find autism’s cause unrealistic
, 2025-05-11 11:06:00 Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., left, following a tour of the Texas A&M AgriLife Phenotyping Greenhouse in College Station, Texas on Tuesday, April…
What is grounding and could it improve my sleep? Here’s the science behind this TikTok trend
, 2025-05-11 11:10:00 Credit: Alexey Demidov from Pexels Have you ever felt an unexpected sense of calm while walking barefoot on grass? Or noticed your stress begin to fade as…
ADHD linked to longer concussion recovery in high school athletes
, 2025-05-11 09:10:00 Credit: Unsplash/CC0 Public Domain High school athletes diagnosed with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) take significantly longer to recover from concussions than their peers, according to new research from…
Health, hope, and papal selflessness: foundations for peace in South Asia
Kamran Abbasi , 2025-05-08 14:05:00 In 2004, we published a historic theme issue on South Asia (doi:10.1136/bmj.328.7443.777)1 with a grand ambition: “This non-political collaboration may be the beginning of a…
GPs demand tougher regulation of online prescribing of weight loss drugs
Gareth Iacobucci , 2025-05-08 14:11:00 UK regulators must produce clear guidelines for the prescribing and monitoring of glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonists for weight loss, particularly when treatment is initiated…
What does your patient think about AI in the NHS?
Mun-Keat Looi , 2025-05-09 09:26:00 Artificial intelligence is no longer a futuristic fantasy; it’s rapidly becoming a part of our everyday lives, including the healthcare sector. But as with any…
What does Reform UK mean for healthcare?
Adrian O’Dowd , 2025-05-09 14:06:00 Should Reform UK be taken as a serious political voice?Yes. In the recent local government elections Reform UK achieved huge success for such a young…
GPs should not be compelled to have a role in assisted dying services, say LMCs
Adrian O’Dowd , 2025-05-09 14:11:00 Any future assisted dying services in the UK should not be based in general practice, nor should any doctor be forced to be involved in…
When I use a word . . . Penicillin during the second world war
Jeffrey K Aronson , 2025-05-09 17:01:00 The discovery and extraction of penicillinHaving just celebrated the 80th anniversary of VE Day on 8 May 1945, it is appropriate that we should…
Mothers’ early pregnancy weight influences kids’ BMI into adolescence
, 2025-05-11 02:48:00 A major Australian study finds that a child's long-term weight is closely tied to their parents' BMI before birth, especially the mother's, underscoring the urgent need to…
Researchers uncover why women handle body fat more efficiently
, 2025-05-11 03:03:00 New research reveals a key metabolic advantage in women: once fat breakdown starts, it happens more efficiently than in men. This insight could help tailor future diabetes…
Obesity in teens alters brain regions tied to memory and emotion
, 2025-05-11 03:24:00 A major study finds teens with abdominal obesity have enlarged brain areas linked to learning and emotion, raising concerns that excess weight and inequality may disrupt cognitive…
Researchers find 8,500 tonnes of antibiotics enter rivers every year
, 2025-05-11 03:42:00 A landmark study reveals that nearly a third of global antibiotic use ends up in rivers, threatening aquatic ecosystems and accelerating the rise of drug-resistant bacteria. This…
Junk food ads make kids eat more, even if the ad shows no food!
, 2025-05-11 04:08:00 New evidence shows even brief exposure to junk food marketing, across TV, social media, radio, or billboards, leads to overeating in children. With brand-only ads proving just…
Early childhood growth predicts adult height but not puberty timing, study finds
, 2025-05-11 03:59:00 How tall your child will be may be decided in the first two years, but it won’t tell you when puberty starts. This study sheds light on…
Delayed puberty in boys raises risk of type 2 diabetes later in life, study shows
, 2025-05-11 03:50:00 A large study of nearly a million adolescent boys reveals that late puberty isn't as harmless as once thought, linking it to a sharply higher risk of…
Maternal testosterone levels shape boys’ activity and girls’ strength by age 7
, 2025-05-11 03:34:00 New research links maternal PCOS and testosterone to reduced weekend activity in boys and weaker grip strength in girls, highlighting the lasting impact of in-utero hormone exposure…
Study reveals phthalate exposure harms early sexual development in children
, 2025-05-11 03:12:00 Every day, chemicals in toys, soaps, and packaging may be silently reshaping children’s reproductive development. Italian researchers link phthalate exposure to measurable changes in genital growth by…
Antibiotic use in infancy raises early puberty risk in girls, study finds
, 2025-05-11 02:54:00 Girls given antibiotics as newborns are more likely to hit puberty early, especially with multiple types of antibiotics. This large-scale study raises red flags about overuse of…
Low phosphate levels may help explain male infertility, study finds
, 2025-05-11 02:40:00 Could a simple mineral hold the key to solving unexplained male infertility? New findings suggest that phosphate, vital for energy and testicular function, may play a surprising…
GLP-1 RA medications found to be safe and effective for treating obesity in adults with mental illness
, 2025-05-10 22:10:00 Credit: Unsplash/CC0 Public Domain Glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists (GLP-1 RAs) can lead to significant weight loss and improve blood sugar control in adults with severe mental illness,…
Key brain areas are larger in teenagers with abdominal obesity, research finds
, 2025-05-10 22:10:00 Credit: Unsplash/CC0 Public Domain Several areas of the brain, including regions that play a critical role in learning and memory and in the control of emotions, are…
Trial finds benefits of 16-hour fasting are evident for at least 1 year, regardless of eating window timing
, 2025-05-10 22:10:00 Credit: Unsplash/CC0 Public Domain Three months of time-restricted eating (TRE), irrespective of whether it is earlier or later in the day, may be a promising strategy for…
Five minutes exposure to junk food marketing results in children consuming 130 kcals more per day, trial finds
, 2025-05-10 22:10:00 Credit: Pixabay/CC0 Public Domain Exposure to junk food advertisements (relative to non-food) results in children and adolescents consuming significantly more calories during the day, regardless of the…
Q&A: What is psychedelic-assisted therapy?
, 2025-05-09 16:30:00 Credit: Pixabay/CC0 Public Domain The use of psychedelics by people struggling with mental health issues has gotten increased media attention in recent years. Prince Harry told "60…
Needle-free, live-attenuated influenza vaccines with broad protection against human and avian virus subtypes
, 2025-05-09 16:40:00 HKUMed has achieved a significant breakthrough in developing needle-free, live-attenuated influenza vaccines with broad protection against human and avian virus subtypes. The novel innovations resulted in multiple…
Guidelines updated for nonoccupational postexposure prophylaxis for HIV
, 2025-05-09 16:50:00 Updated recommendations for antiretroviral nonoccupational postexposure prophylaxis (nPEP) for HIV have been published in the May 8 issue of the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention…
US approves first at-home cervical cancer screening device
, 2025-05-10 08:51:00 Credit: Anna Tarazevich from Pexels The US Food and Drug Administration has approved an at-home cervical cancer screening tool as an alternative to Pap smears by a…
Swedish study explores differences in how the sexes break down fat
, 2025-05-10 08:57:00 Credit: Unsplash/CC0 Public Domain New research being presented at this year's European Congress on Obesity (ECO 2025) has explored the differences in how the sexes break down…
Women with infertility history at greater risk of cardiovascular disease after assisted conception
, 2025-05-10 09:05:00 Credit: Unsplash/CC0 Public Domain Women who experience infertility are more likely to develop heart and blood vessel conditions later in life, with younger women and those who…
Early childhood growth found to shape height in puberty and adulthood
, 2025-05-10 09:10:00 Credit: CC0 Public Domain Growth patterns during the first two years of a child's life may shape pubertal growth and adult height, but have little effect on…
Advancing noninvasive EEG with high spatiotemporal resolution through focused ultrasound
, 2025-05-10 13:50:00 A research paper by scientists from Tianjin University proposed a noninvasive method for locating and decoding intracranial endogenous signals with high spatiotemporal resolution. The research paper, published…
Menopause at an earlier age increases risk of fatty liver disease and metabolic disorders
, 2025-05-10 09:20:00 Credit: Pixabay/CC0 Public Domain Women who experience menopause before the age of 50—and especially before the age of 45—are more likely to develop fatty liver disease and…
Redlining continues to impact breast cancer survival in America
, 2025-05-10 17:48:00 In neighborhoods across America, women face a daunting threat from a federal practice that, although it was outlawed decades ago, continues to negatively impact their health today.…
Low blood phosphate linked to poorer sperm quality in men, study finds
, 2025-05-10 09:30:00 Credit: Pixabay/CC0 Public Domain Men with fertility issues have lower levels of phosphate in the blood than average, according to research presented at the first Joint Congress…