Young cancer survivors face faster aging and possible early dementia
Surviving cancer at a young age may come with an unexpected cost: faster aging at both the cellular and brain levels. Researchers found that survivors…
A bold new plan could finally cure type 1 diabetes
Researchers are developing a two-part therapy for type 1 diabetes: lab-made insulin-producing cells paired with custom-engineered immune cells that protect them. The goal is to…
U.S. Tops 1,100 Measles Cases This Year as Outbreaks Grow
MONDAY, March, 2, 2026 — Measles cases are climbing rapidly across the United States, with more than 1,100 infections reported in the first two months…
FDA To Offer Cash Bonuses for Faster Drug Reviews
MONDAY, March, 2, 2026 — The U.S. Food and Drug Administration’s (FDA) chief says the agency will begin offering bonuses to drug reviewers who complete…
ChatGPT as a therapist? New study reveals serious ethical risks
As millions turn to ChatGPT and other AI chatbots for therapy-style advice, new research from Brown University raises a serious red flag: even when instructed…
Scientists just created chocolate honey packed with surprising health perks
Scientists in Brazil have transformed cocoa waste into a functional chocolate-infused honey packed with antioxidants and natural stimulants. Using ultrasound waves, they enhanced honey’s ability…
Beyond amyloid plaques: AI reveals hidden chemical changes across the Alzheimer’s brain
Scientists at Rice University have produced the first full, dye-free molecular atlas of an Alzheimer’s brain. By combining laser-based imaging with machine learning, they uncovered…
Is bubble tea bad for you? New research raises red flags
That photogenic cup of bubble tea may come with hidden downsides. Tapioca pearls made from cassava can absorb heavy metals like lead, and in large…
New iron nanomaterial wipes out cancer cells without harming healthy tissue
Scientists at Oregon State University have engineered a powerful new nanomaterial that zeroes in on cancer cells and destroys them from the inside out. Designed…
Electronics Pollution Pose Added Threat to Endangered Dolphins, Porpoises
SUNDAY, March 1, 2026 — Chemicals used to produce sharp images on your computer, TV and smartphone are posing threats to life under the sea….