Low luminance reduces face recognition, especially among those with central vision loss
A study published in Ophthalmic and Physiological Optics found that adults with central vision loss exhibit reduced face recognition accuracy, especially under low luminance conditions. The study compared individuals with…
WuXi out of biotech trade group, U.S. and China relations to blame
The Biotechnology Innovation Organization is cutting ties with Chinese company WuXi due to increasing scrutiny from the U.S. government. This decision marks a shift from defending WuXi to now having…
Colin Walker: early pioneer of neonatal intensive care who developed national database for newborn infants
Dr. Colin Walker, a paediatrician who passed away at age 100, revolutionized neonatal care by establishing intensive care units and clinical data collection services for babies in Tayside, Scotland and…
Lives could be saved from tropical disease with new rapid test
A new rapid test has been developed to diagnose melioidosis, a neglected tropical disease caused by the bacterium Burkholderia pseudomallei, faster and more accurately than current methods. The test, called…
Gonorrhea cases spike among young women in Europe, new study reveals
A sharp increase in gonorrhea cases among young women has been reported in 15 European countries in 2022 and 2023, with a smaller increase observed in young men. The European…
Why Immersion in Very Cold or Hot Water Can Be So Healthy
Many individuals are turning to water immersion therapies such as cold plunges, hot tubs, face dunking in ice water, foot baths, and swimming to improve health and well-being. Research suggests…
Risk for Preterm Birth Stops Maternal RSV Vaccine Trial
A phase 3 trial of a maternal vaccine candidate for respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) was stopped early due to a higher risk of preterm births in the vaccine group compared…
A Nutrient-Rich Addition To Your Wellness Routine
Cod liver oil supplements are a great addition to your wellness routine, offering essential nutrients like omega-3 fatty acids, vitamins A and D, and more to support heart, brain, and…
Salivary and peri-implant crevicular fluid biomarkers promising predictors of peri-implant disease conditions: Study
A study has found that salivary and peri-implant crevicular fluid biomarkers can be valuable predictors of peri-implant disease conditions. These biomarkers show promise in diagnosing and monitoring the health of…
Novartis Pays $90M for Molecules That Could Take STING Out of Inflammation
Novartis has acquired IFM Due for $90 million after funding the company's preclinical development of molecules targeting the STING pathway involved in inflammatory disorders. Novartis gains access to IFM Due's…