An Ebola outbreak that has killed thousands of people in the Democratic Republic of Congo has spread beyond its borders, prompting health authorities across multiple countries to intensify efforts to identify infections and prevent further transmission. Nigeria has now confirmed a case in its capital, Abuja, while Kenya continues to report infections linked to the …
A breast cancer diagnosis can change everything a person believes about their future, but what happens when life continues in ways they never imagined possible? For Bettina von Hase, discovering a lump in her breast led to a diagnosis that would reshape her health, relationships, career, and understanding of time. At 49, she was confronted …
John Goodman has spent decades entertaining audiences, but behind his familiar television persona, the actor was facing personal struggles that affected his health and relationship with food. The Roseanne star has now opened up about reaching nearly 400 pounds, overcoming alcoholism and discovering that quitting drinking did not automatically resolve his difficulties with overeating. At …
Scientists have made a promising discovery that could help overcome one of the biggest challenges in developing new cancer treatments: producing enough immune cells to keep fighting the disease. A team led by researchers at the University of Southern California has found a way to grow and genetically engineer special precursor cells in the laboratory …
Plant-based meat alternatives have become increasingly familiar to grocery shoppers, offering substitutes for everything from burgers to chicken nuggets. Now, a new food technology is bringing plant-based steak, chicken breast, and salmon alternatives to selected U.S. stores, using 3D printing to recreate the appearance and texture of conventional meat. Israeli food technology company Steakholder Foods …
For people living with severe spinal cord injuries, regaining the ability to walk can seem out of reach. However, a new scientific discovery is offering a closer look at how electrical stimulation may help restore movement, with researchers identifying specific nerve cells that play a critical role in the recovery process. The findings follow a …
Being single in your teens might not have much effect on your happiness, but new research suggests the picture can change as you get older. A large study involving 17,390 young adults in Germany and the UK has uncovered a pattern linking prolonged singlehood with declining life satisfaction and increasing loneliness throughout young adulthood. The …
A medicine commonly used to treat intestinal worm infections has caught researchers’ attention for an unexpected reason. When combined with a targeted lung cancer drug, it helped slow the growth of tumors that had stopped responding to treatment in a study involving mice. The findings, published in PLOS ONE, raise an intriguing possibility for researchers …
Menopause marks the end of a woman’s reproductive years, but scientists are discovering that the ovaries may continue playing a biologically significant role long after fertility ends. New research suggests that these organs undergo age-related changes that could help explain aspects of women’s health during later life, including the growing risk of ovarian cancer. A …
Scientists have found a way to make cells from an 80-year-old donor display a molecular age of less than 20, opening up new possibilities for studying how the body ages. The discovery came with an unexpected detail: the rejuvenation happened gradually, allowing researchers to watch the process unfold over more than 100 days. The research, …
For years, some women have quietly struggled with forgetfulness, disorganisation, and the constant feeling that everyday responsibilities require more effort than they should. They may have successful careers, loving families, and carefully maintained routines, yet still feel exhausted from trying to keep everything together. For some, these lifelong difficulties may be linked to undiagnosed attention-deficit/hyperactivity …
A vaccine commonly used to protect older adults against shingles is attracting attention for a surprising reason. Researchers have found evidence linking shingles vaccination to a lower risk of dementia, raising the possibility that an existing preventive treatment could also help protect the ageing brain. The findings are encouraging for people concerned about memory loss …