New nasal nanodrops wipe out brain tumors in mice
A new nasal-delivered nanotherapy shows promise against aggressive glioblastoma tumors. By activating the STING immune pathway using gold-core spherical nucleic acids, researchers were able to…
Stem cell therapy helps AMD patients see again
A first-of-its-kind trial is testing adult stem cell transplants for advanced dry macular degeneration. Early results show the treatment is safe and can significantly improve…
Can Screen Time Help Kids Stay Healthy? New Research Says Yes
SATURDAY, Nov. 22, 2025 — Ah, screens. The thing kids won’t put down, and parents can’t stop worrying about. But a new study suggests they…
Just a few cigarettes a day can damage your heart for decades
People who smoke only a couple of cigarettes a day still face surprisingly high risks of heart problems and early death. A large review of…
Scientists reveal a hidden hormone switch for learning
Researchers uncovered how estrogen subtly reshapes learning by strengthening dopamine reward signals in the brain. Rats learned faster when estrogen levels were high and struggled…
This tiny pill could change how we diagnose gut health
Tiny ingestible spheres filled with engineered bacteria can detect intestinal bleeding by glowing when they encounter heme. Early tests in mice suggest they could become…
Most People Aren’t Aware Of Genetic Risk For Dangerously High Cholesterol
FRIDAY, Nov. 21, 2025 — Most folks with genetics that put them at risk for high cholesterol and early heart disease aren’t aware of their…
Popularity of Psilocybin, Psychedelics Hasn’t Increased ER Visits
FRIDAY, Nov. 21, 2025 — Increased use of hallucinogens like psilocybin hasn’t created an increase in ER visits or hospitalizations for bad trips, researchers recently…
Three Times As Many Lung Cancer Deaths Could Be Prevented With One Simple Step
FRIDAY, Nov. 21, 2025 — Three times as many lung cancer deaths could be prevented if everyone eligible for screening got a chest CT scan,…
Compensation Claims More Frequently Rejected For Families Of Black Murder Victims
FRIDAY, Nov. 21, 2025 — Grieving families of Black murder victims are more likely to be denied their claims for victim compensation, a new study…