Pecans found to improve cholesterol and boost heart health
A sweeping new scientific review suggests that pecans — America’s native nut — may pack more heart power than many people realize. After analyzing over…
New oxygen gel could prevent amputation in diabetic wound patients
Chronic wounds often spiral out of control because oxygen can’t reach the deepest layers of injured tissue. A new gel developed at UC Riverside delivers…
Even in Antarctica, Plastic Pollution From Afar Poses Threat
SUNDAY, Feb. 22, 2026 — Next time you’re tempted to toss a plastic food container or bottle anywhere other than a garbage can, here’s a…
Flea and tick treatments for dogs and cats may be harming wildlife
Flea and tick medications trusted by pet owners worldwide may have an unexpected environmental cost. Scientists found that active ingredients from isoxazoline treatments pass into…
Frozen for 5,000 years, this ice cave bacterium resists modern antibiotics
Deep inside a Romanian ice cave, locked away in a 5,000-year-old layer of ice, scientists have uncovered a bacterium with a startling secret: it’s resistant…
“Celtic curse” hotspots found in Scotland and Ireland with 1 in 54 at risk
Researchers have mapped the genetic risk of hemochromatosis across the UK and Ireland for the first time, uncovering striking hotspots in north-west Ireland and the…
Scientists discover why high altitude protects against diabetes
Living at high altitude appears to protect against diabetes, and scientists have finally discovered the reason. When oxygen levels drop, red blood cells switch into…
Ultramarathons may damage red blood cells and accelerate aging
Running extreme distances may strain more than just muscles and joints. New research suggests ultramarathons can alter red blood cells in ways that make them…
Skipping a Late-Night Snack Pays Big Benefits For Your Heart
SATURDAY, Feb. 21, 2026 — Skip your late-evening snack and wind down for the day with the lights dimmed low.That simple shift in your end-of-the-day…
Generative AI analyzes medical data faster than human research teams
Researchers tested whether generative AI could handle complex medical datasets as well as human experts. In some cases, the AI matched or outperformed teams that…