Health

Effective sterilization of tattoo inks and permanent makeup products is crucial to prevent bacterial contamination and potential infections. A recent study conducted by researchers from the National Center for Toxicological Research (NCTR) and the Center for Food Safety and Applied Nutrition (CFSAN) in the US found alarming levels of bacteria in commercial samples of tattoo

Recent research has brought to light a significant correlation between autism and the composition of the gut microbiome. This study, conducted by researchers from the Chinese University of Hong Kong, delved deep into not only the bacteria present in the digestive tract but also explored the roles of fungi, archaea, and viruses in relation to

In recent groundbreaking research conducted by Physician scientist Brian Feldman and molecular biologist Liang Li from the University of California, San Francisco, a remarkable discovery has been made regarding the potential of white fat cells in the human body. Through a series of experiments on human cell cultures and mice engineered with a gene switch,

Pseudomonas aeruginosa, a common gram-negative bacterium, is often overlooked despite its potential to wreak havoc on our health. While many of us encounter this microbe without consequence, it has the ability to exploit vulnerabilities in our defenses, leading to severe infections. This deceptive nature has rightfully earned it a spot on the World Health Organization’s

The World Health Organization’s cancer agency recently classified talc as “probably carcinogenic” for humans. This decision was based on a combination of evidence that suggested a potential link between talc and ovarian cancer in humans, as well as strong mechanistic evidence that show carcinogenic signs in human cells. Talc is a naturally occurring mineral that

Penis cancer, though rare, is on the rise with experts predicting a significant increase by 2050. While developing countries historically have had the highest rates, European countries are also seeing a rise in cases. One of the main risk factors for penis cancer is age, with individuals over 50 being more susceptible. Additionally, factors such

Recent data from the US has shed light on the prevalence of long COVID among American adults, revealing that approximately 6.9 percent of the population has experienced the lingering effects of the virus. This data not only quantifies the collective toll of long COVID but also highlights clear demographic differences among those affected. The statistics

Migraines are debilitating headaches that affect many people around the world, causing severe pain and other distressing symptoms. Researchers have been trying to understand where migraines originate in the brain and how they trigger pain and other symptoms like vomiting. By uncovering this information, new treatments could be developed to prevent migraines or alleviate the

The field of medicine and technology continues to evolve, with scientists in China uncovering the potential application of thermal facial imaging as a tool for monitoring healthy aging and detecting certain diseases. By examining the heat emitted from the nose, cheeks, and eye area, researchers have discovered patterns that may indicate an individual’s ‘biological clock’

Long COVID remains a debilitating illness that continues to impact individuals long after their initial COVID-19 infection. A recent study conducted by researchers at the University of California, San Francisco, CellSight Technologies, and Kaiser Permanente South San Francisco Medical Center sheds light on the biological underpinnings of this persistent condition. Contrary to the misconception that

The new strain of the mpox virus is causing alarm as it spreads quickly along the eastern border of the Democratic Republic of Congo. According to the World Health Organization, this strain is considered “the most dangerous yet”. The current outbreak has been primarily driven by sexual transmission, but there is evidence to suggest that

Recently, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) made a significant decision to ban a controversial ingredient, brominated vegetable oil (BVO), in citrus-flavored sodas across the United States. This decision comes after years of research and mounting evidence of the potential risks associated with BVO. The banning of BVO marks a milestone in food safety regulations

The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recently approved a drug created by Eli Lilly that aims to address the early symptoms of Alzheimer’s disease. This medication, known as Kisunla, is intended for use by individuals with mild cognitive impairment or in the mild dementia stage of the disease. The FDA highlighted that patients treated

The research conducted by University of Michigan neurobiologist Lingchao Ji and colleagues is shedding new light on the potential impact of increasing the expression of a nerve growth gene called neurotrophin-3 (Ntf3) on hearing abilities in mice. By manipulating the expression of this gene, the researchers were able to observe changes in the number of