Late-night eating may amplify the effects of stress on gut health
It’s well known that chronic stress can disrupt bowel function, sending people running to the bathroom or making…
For the first time ever, scientists create particles out of empty space
The universe looks like it is mostly empty space. Remove the stars, planets, dust, and gas, and what…
Innovative light probes allow real-time visualization of cellular processes
Fluorescent proteins have revolutionized science, enabling researchers to tag and visualize individual molecules in living cells, tissues, and…
Poor pain control and consent gaps shape hysteroscopy experiences
Thousands of real-world patient accounts expose how inconsistent care, dismissed pain, and unequal treatment continue to shape women’s…
Blood protein levels shift significantly from childhood through early adulthood
Blood protein levels change markedly already during childhood and adolescence, and differences between girls and boys become increasingly…
Sleep apnea more common in former football players than previously recognized
New research led by investigators at Vanderbilt Health and the Football Players Health Study at Harvard University suggests…
No Surprises Act arbitration databook
The No Surprises Act (NSA) established a final-offer arbitration process called independent dispute resolution (IDR) to settle payment…
Gut microbiome characteristics predict treatment response in IBS-D patients
In a new study published in Clinical Gastroenterology and Hepatology, the low FODMAP diet and the antibiotic rifaximin provided similar and significant…
Acupuncture regulates immune function through specific neural circuit activation
Traditional explanations of acupuncture often emphasize direct acupoint-organ relationships, focusing on local stimulation or endpoint physiological changes. However,…
For the first time, astronomers identify the edge of the Milky Way’s disc
The Milky Way does not come with a clean outer line. Its disc does not stop the way…
Rural and urban children face distinct mental health challenges
A study in Pediatric Investigation found that rural and urban children and adolescents tend to experience different mental…
Blood test has potential to detect earliest signals of Alzheimer’s disease — Harvard Gazette
A new study by Harvard-affiliated investigators at Mass General Brigham has found that a blood test for an…