Researchers have filled in the final pieces of the puzzle for mapping a complete Y chromosome in humans. Credit: N. Hanacek/NIST Twenty years ago, when researchers from the Human Genome…
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A broad genetic test saved one newborn’s life. Research suggests it could help millions of others
Brynn Schulte rides on a toy unicorn at her home in Cincinnati shortly before getting medication to treat her rare genetic bleeding disorder, Aug. 3, 2023. Brynn was diagnosed thanks…
First biosimilar approved to treat multiple sclerosis
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved Tyruko (natalizumab-sztn), the first biosimilar to Tysabri (natalizumab) injection, for the treatment of relapsing forms of multiple sclerosis, the agency announced Thursday. Tyruko…
Anger, The Forgotten Emotion Unveiled: How Trauma Influences Problem Anger
Summary: Anger remains a misunderstood emotion, often stigmatized and mishandled in society. Researchers revealed a significant link between problem anger and trauma experiences, with anger serving as a common, yet…
Can you rely on AI to answer questions about cancer?
AI might not always be your most accurate source of health information, especially when it comes to cancer care, new research finds. Two new studies assessed the quality of responses…
Activating astrocytes in the basal forebrain keeps mice awake without any signs of sleepiness
Credit: CC0 Public Domain Sleep is known to support the proper functioning of body, including the brain, allowing it to rest, recover, and recharge. While countless neuroscientists and medical researchers…
Grand Canyon officials warn E. coli has been found in water near Phantom Ranch at bottom of canyon
Credit: Unsplash/CC0 Public Domain Grand Canyon National Park officials warned that E. coli bacteria was detected Friday in the water supply close to Phantom Ranch, the only lodging at the…
Mental Health and Cannabis Use in Pregnant Women
Summary: A recent study reveals a potential vulnerability of pregnant and postpartum women with mental health disorders towards self-medicating with cannabis. Prior research had been vague, generalizing mental health issues…
Verapamil can preserve beta cell function in Type 1 diabetes
Credit: Unsplash/CC0 Public Domain In 2012, University of Alabama at Birmingham researcher Anath Shalev, M.D., reported that a decades-old blood pressure medication called verapamil completely reversed diabetes in animal models.…
