How DNA and life experiences leave distinct marks on the human immune system
A high-resolution immune cell atlas reveals how inherited DNA and life-long environmental exposures leave separate epigenetic signatures that…
Color vision deficiency is linked to worse survival in bladder cancer
A large electronic health record study suggests that difficulty recognizing painless blood in urine may delay diagnosis and…
Multi-fluid microRNA signals as markers of endometriosis
By analyzing microRNAs in blood, saliva, and vaginal mucus, researchers uncover fluid-specific molecular patterns that could inform future…
Blood protein albumin identified as key defense against deadly black fungus
A new international study published in Nature has identified albumin, the most abundant protein in human blood, as a powerful and previously unrecognized…
Genetic study establishes causal link between obesity and cognitive decline
People with obesity and high blood pressure may face a higher risk of dementia, according to a new study published in The Journal of Clinical…
Facial wound secrets revealed for scarless repair
Tweaking a pattern of wound healing established millions of years ago may enable scar-free injury repair after surgery…
Regular aerobic exercise slows a key marker of brain aging in midlife
A year of consistent aerobic activity didn’t just boost fitness; it shifted MRI-based brain age in early to…
AI predicts health outcomes for premature newborns from blood samples
An artificial intelligence-based tool can predict the medical trajectories of individual premature newborns from blood samples collected soon…
New chip-based test could revolutionize blood transfusions
A new, fast and easy test could revolutionize blood transfusions-giving blood centers and hospitals a reliable way to…
Nutrition experts call for dietary fiber recognition as an essential nutrient
Ōtākou Whakaihu Waka nutrition experts are calling for dietary fiber to be officially recognized internationally as an essential…
Workplace challenges in managing gestational diabetes care
Fear of insulin cognitive overload and workplace constraints can derail gestational diabetes care, but education, support, and motivation…
Plasma protein profiling can help detect cancer in patients with non-specific symptoms
A simple blood test can help detect cancer in patients with non-specific symptoms such as fatigue, pain or…