Young cancer survivors face faster aging and possible early dementia
Young cancer survivors face an alarming reality: accelerated biological aging and potential early dementia, with chemotherapy identified as a major contributor to this process. However, promising rese
Scientists reveal why a popular anti-aging compound may also fuel cancer
A new study from Tokyo University of Science reveals that polyamines, popular anti-aging compounds, may also fuel cancer growth by activating distinct metabolic pathways in tumor cells, solving a long
Scientists reveal why a popular anti-aging compound may also fuel cancer
A new study from Tokyo University of Science reveals that polyamines, popular anti-aging compounds, may also fuel cancer growth by activating distinct metabolic pathways in tumor cells, solving a long
Hidden ingredient in Ozempic and Wegovy tablets raises new gut health questions
A hidden ingredient, SNAC, in popular oral weight-loss drugs Ozempic and Wegovy, is raising new gut health concerns after an animal study by Adelaide University revealed potential negative effects on
'If a drug had the same benefits as the arts, we’d take it every day'
Research increasingly demonstrates that engaging with the arts has profound and measurable physiological benefits, impacting everything from hormone levels and stress reduction to brain structure and
STAT+: Cigna, extending reach into prescription drugs, acquires major pharmacy used by hospitals
Cigna's acquisition of CarepathRx, a major pharmacy serving nearly 10% of U.S. hospitals, signals a continued push for control over the pharmaceutical supply chain, raising concerns about healthcare c
Scientists engineer bacteria to eat cancer tumors from the inside out
University of Waterloo scientists are engineering bacteria, specifically Clostridium sporogenes, to selectively target and devour cancerous tumors from the inside out, exploiting the oxygen-deprived c
STAT+: New treatment approach could give IBD patients hope, and be a bonanza for drugmakers
A new treatment approach offers hope for the 70% of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) patients who don't find relief from existing medications, potentially transforming the treatment of Crohn's disease
The surprising vaccine side effects that can improve long-term health
Vaccines offer surprising long-term health benefits beyond preventing specific infections, including reduced risks of heart disease, stroke, dementia, and improved cancer treatment outcomes. While acc
Babies exposed to far more “forever chemicals” before birth than scientists knew
A new Mount Sinai study reveals that babies born in the early 2000s were exposed to a far greater variety of "forever chemicals" (PFAS) in the womb than previously understood, raising concerns about p
Scientists reverse muscle aging in mice and discover a surprising catch
UCLA researchers discovered that a protein, NDRG1, accumulates in aging muscle stem cells, slowing repair but boosting survival in mice. Blocking NDRG1 sped up muscle healing in older mice, but reduce
Saint Francis of Assisi’s skeleton goes on public display for first time
For the first time, the complete skeleton of Saint Francis of Assisi is on public display in Italy, drawing massive crowds of believers and non-believers alike. The display, intended to provide a mean
Have we leapt into commercial genetic testing without understanding it?
A new book argues that tests might reshape human diversity even if they don't work.
Scientists discover the body’s hidden “off switch” for inflammation
University College London researchers have discovered the body's natural "off switch" for inflammation: fat-derived molecules called epoxy-oxylipins. By using a drug to boost these molecules, scientis
STAT+: Pharmalittle: We’re reading about China’s homegrown GLP-1 drugs, a puzzling FDA rejection, and more
Eli Lilly is investing $1 billion to transform India into a global supply chain hub, capitalizing on the booming demand for weight-loss drugs like its top-selling medicine in a country projected to ha
One in three people carry this brain parasite but the body has a kill switch
A staggering one in three people harbor the Toxoplasma gondii brain parasite, but UVA Health researchers have discovered a critical self-destruct mechanism within our immune cells that keeps the infec
This new blood test could detect cancer before it shows up on scans
A groundbreaking CRISPR-powered light sensor, developed by researchers at Shenzhen University, can detect minuscule amounts of cancer biomarkers in blood with unprecedented sensitivity, potentially en
Single dose of potent psychedelic drug could help treat depression, trial shows
A clinical trial reveals that a single dose of DMT, combined with psychotherapy, can produce rapid and lasting improvements in individuals with treatment-resistant depression, offering hope for millio
Single dose of potent psychedelic drug could help treat depression, trial shows
A clinical trial reveals that a single dose of DMT, combined with psychotherapy, can produce rapid and lasting improvements in individuals with treatment-resistant depression, offering hope for millio
Married couple share same cancer diagnosis
A Kent couple, David and Jill Kenward, were both unexpectedly diagnosed with kidney cancer after undergoing tests for other conditions, a rare occurrence according to their surgeon. They supported eac