Credit: Pixabay/CC0 Public Domain In 2006, a vaccine became available to protect against infections associated with two strains of the human papillomavirus (HPV). It was a potential game-changer: These strains cause 70% of cervical cancers, 90% of anal cancers, and about 75% of the cancers that affect the throat. Newer generations of this vaccine are generally recommended...
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In a warming world, knowing more about mosquito-borne illnesses can protect the public
The percentage of the U.S. population that says it takes various precautions against getting mosquito bites. Data shows findings in September 2024 as compared with July 2016, during the Zika outbreak. Credit: Annenberg Public Policy Center The hospitalization last summer of Dr. Anthony Fauci, former head of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases,...
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DAPK3 emerges as a new regulator of migration of triple-negative breast cancer cells
Graphic representation of the functional role of DAPK3 in TNBC cells. Credit: PNAS Nexus (2024). DOI: 10.1093/pnasnexus/pgae401 Triple-negative breast cancer (TNBC) is the subtype of breast cancer that is the hardest to treat. TNBC patients account for more than 20,000 cases of this condition annually in the U.S. alone. They experience worse outcomes than patients with other...
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What is brain stimulation therapy?
Brain stimulation therapies use electrical currents to alter the brain’s activity. They can treat conditions such as major depression and substance misuse disorder. However, side effects such as headaches, dizziness, and memory loss are possible. Doctors may recommend brain stimulation therapies to treat severe mental health conditions when other treatments, such as psychotherapy and medication,...
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What to know about obstructive uropathy
Obstructive uropathy is a blockage that prevents urine from flowing naturally through the urinary system. The blockage may cause significant pain, nausea, and difficulty urinating. Several factors can contribute to obstructive uropathy, such as a kidney stone, tumor, and an enlarged prostate. Early diagnosis and treatment are essential for preventing complications and kidney damage. Causes...
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Vitamin D supplements may help improve blood pressure, cholesterol, and insulin
Supplemental doses of vitamin D may have many cardiometabolic benefits, according to research. Ekaterina Goncharova/Getty Images A new, comprehensive review of existing, often conflicting, research on the benefits of vitamin D supplementation extracts a fresh view of its value in maintaining cardiometabolic health. The authors of the meta-study found that taking a median dose of...
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America gets healthier
Illustration: Aïda Amer/Axios Overdose deaths are down. Life expectancy is up. The odds of surviving cancer are improving, and we’re even losing weight.Why it matters: In a year defined by election-related stress, global tensions and economic uncertainty, there’s a surprisingly hopeful trend. By a few key measures, Americans are getting healthier, Axios’ Adriel Bettelheim reports.Breakthrough therapies...
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Consumed by Many, This Oil Could Increase the Risk of Stroke
Consumed by Many, This Oil Could Increase the Risk of Stroke – © The Daily Galaxy –Great Discoveries Channel A recent British study has unveiled a surprising connection between fish oil consumption and the risk of stroke. This revelation challenges the long-held belief in the benefits of this popular dietary supplement. Let’s delve into the...
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Understanding symptoms: Is it hay fever, COVID or something else?
Hay fever (also called allergic rhinitis) affects 24% of Australians. Symptoms include sneezing, a runny nose (which may feel blocked or stuffy) and itchy eyes. People can also experience an itchy nose, throat or ears. But COVID is still spreading, and other viruses can cause cold-like symptoms. So how do you know which one you’ve got? Remind me, how...
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How diabetes risk genes make cells less resilient to stress
A graphical representation of pancreatic islet cells attached to strings bobbing up and down like a marionette. Credit: Gloria Fuentes The cells in your pancreas, like people, can only handle so much stress before they start to break down. Certain stressors, such as inflammation and high blood sugar, contribute to the development of type 2...