Topical peptide spray outperforms placebo in healing burn wounds
Oct 13 2026 Burn wound infections remain a major global health burden, often requiring hospitalization and delaying tissue…
UC Berkeley researchers find new potential treatment for obesity and diabetes
Over the past five years, medications called GLP-1s have revolutionized the treatment of metabolic disorders like obesity, diabetes…
Hydrogen-powered shipping could deliver $284 billion in annual health benefits
Global modeling suggests that replacing conventional marine fuels with hydrogen could sharply reduce pollution-related mortality while generating substantial…
Ketogenic diet may increase small intestine cancer risk in mice
A high-fat, low-carbohydrate diet, also called a ketogenic diet, can help some people lose weight by forcing their…
Study reveals epigenetic adaptation of beta cells across lifespan and disease
As people age, most maintain normal blood sugar even as insulin resistance tends to rise. New research suggests…
AAD survey reveals Americans ignore sun risks despite skin cancer concerns
The American Academy of Dermatology (AAD) today released results from its annual Practice Safe Sun Survey, revealing many…
Teens skip sunscreen because they see it as inconvenient
Awareness of UV danger doesn’t always translate into safer choices, as attitudes toward tanning and sunscreen, rooted in…
Apple Watch burns wrist, leaves scar and sends users through Apple’s support hell for months
A Reddit user shows how dangerous smartwatches such as the Apple Watch ($299 on Amazon) can be in…
Study reveals how two key proteins contribute to abnormal bone growth after injury
After serious injuries, burns, fractures, or major surgeries, the body normally repairs damaged tissues and restores movement. However,…
Thermogenic beige fat protects blood vessels from hypertension
Obesity causes hypertension. Hypertension causes cardiovascular disease. And cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death worldwide. While…
7 On Your Side: San Leandro 90-year-old’s Apple Watch causes mysterious ‘big red spot’ on wrist
SAN LEANDRO, Calif. (KGO) — 7 On Your Side responded to a consumer complaint involving a 90-year-old woman…
Resistance exercise may offer greater benefits for preventing diabetes and obesity
Running may help burn calories, but when it comes to preventing diabetes and obesity, pumping iron might have…