The FDA has approved a new drug that could extend survival for late-stage pancreatic cancer patients, offering potential hope for a disease with historically poor outcomes.
Researchers developed a high-throughput CRISPR screening platform identifying 1,343 genes affecting neuronal depolarization, uncovering new links to autism and Alzheimer's disease mechanisms.
Thailand, Myanmar, and Indonesia have implemented emergency airport health screenings following a 2026 surge in Melioidosis cases, Dengue outbreaks, and measles resurgence across Southeast Asia, posing significant risks to international travelers.
Análisis genético de momias incas en Chile proporciona la evidencia más sólida de que la viruela llegó a América con la colonización europea, rastreando su evolución desde cepas medievales europeas.
Pulseira inteligente que monitora fluxo sanguíneo identificou 92% dos casos de parada cardíaca em estudo holandês, podendo reduzir tempo de resposta em emergências.
El doctor Aurelio Rojas desmiente el mito de la sangre dulce y explica que los mosquitos se sienten atraídos principalmente por el dióxido de carbono, la temperatura corporal y el olor de la piel.
Colunista analisa a controvérsia sobre o figurino de Xuxa em show, interpretando-a como manifestação de puritanismo que criminaliza o corpo feminino maduro e sua sexualidade.
Singapore's HSA chief vows sustained enforcement against vaping, citing alarming youth abuse trends and illicit substances like etomidate. Enhanced penalties and multi-agency coordination aim to combat evolving supply networks.
Vorasidenib, the first new treatment for rare IDH-mutant brain tumours in over 20 years, has been listed on the PBS, reducing patient costs from $28,000 to $25 monthly and offering hope to 3,230 Australians.
Nutricionistas recomiendan una dieta rica en proteínas, grasas saludables y fibra para adultos mayores, priorizando pescados grasos, huevos, legumbres y verduras de hoja verde para prevenir sarcopenia y fortalecer huesos.
El Hospital Nacional Dos de Mayo atendió 3.150 pacientes con dolor lumbar en el primer semestre, con aumento preocupante en jóvenes de 18-35 años. Especialistas recomiendan mejorar postura, pausas activas y ejercicio regular para prevenir molestias.
Measles cases surge to record levels in the US, prompting medical professionals to recall the severity of previous major outbreaks and raising concerns about vaccination rates and public health preparedness.
Research from Edith Cowan University reveals that the AQP4 gene variant a person carries determines how severely poor sleep affects brain structure and Alzheimer's risk, suggesting personalized prevention strategies based on genetics and sleep habits.
Un estudio de la Universidad Estatal de Pensilvania demostró que consumir un aguacate diariamente reduce las partículas LDL en sangre, disminuyendo el riesgo cardiovascular en adultos con obesidad en aproximadamente un 4%.
Belgian and Danish researchers identified a critical microglial state transition that determines whether brain amyloid pathology leads to dementia or cognitive preservation, opening new therapeutic targets beyond plaque removal.
A young, physically fit gym trainer with no smoking history was diagnosed with lung cancer, challenging the misconception that only smokers are at risk. Doctors emphasize that persistent symptoms warrant immediate evaluation regardless of lifestyle.
Una mujer estadounidense fue diagnosticada con rabdomiólisis, una afección potencialmente mortal, después de experimentar dolor e hinchazón en el brazo tras realizar actividad física en 2019. Su caso se viralizó en redes sociales.
Más de 577 000 niños y adolescentes peruanos entre 9 y 18 años aún carecen de vacunación contra el VPH, con cobertura nacional de apenas 45,2%. Especialistas urgen fortalecer estrategias de inmunización para prevenir cánceres asociados.
A vacina contra o vírus sincicial respiratório (VSR) é aplicada em dose única para adultos elegíveis, não anualmente como a gripe. A recomendação atual do CDC prioriza maiores de 75 anos e grupos vulneráveis.
New York confirms its first case of Bourbon Virus, a rare tick-borne illness with no vaccine or cure that can be potentially fatal. Health officials warn cases may go undetected.
Rising numbers of men under 30 are opting for vasectomies, driven by trauma from childbirth experiences, career priorities, and desire for permanent contraception. NHS data shows a 16% increase in procedures, with younger men citing mental health and life circumstances as key factors.
Nicole Polizzi documented her hysterectomy surgery six months after cervical cancer diagnosis, sharing emotional details about the procedure and recovery to raise awareness among women facing similar health challenges.
Uganda has successfully contained an Ebola outbreak with only 20 cases and 2 deaths, while neighboring DR Congo faces the second-worst outbreak on record with over 1,500 deaths. Uganda's success stems from preparedness, rapid response, and effective contact tracing.
La directiva del Colegio de Médicos de Nueva Esparta afirma que la ubicación geográfica e insular protege a la población del Hantavirus, enfatizando que no hay transmisión humano a humano.
Australia is experiencing its first suspected mass mortality event from H5 bird flu in native wildlife, with the virus rapidly escalating among bird populations and expected to become endemic.
