Many medicines are twisted molecules with two mirror image versions, but the body uses only one. Inspired by photosynthetic bacteria,…
Consensus report shows burnout prevalent in health care community
Clinician burnout is affecting between one-third and one-half of all of US nurses and physicians, and 45 to 60% of…
Zeroing in on how a tumor suppressor protein is cast away
Researchers have uncovered new details about several proteins implicated in tumor growth and metastasis, opening a potential avenue for the…
Biomedical sciences researchers demonstrate that new antiviral drug effectively treats influenza
A new antiviral drug that induces mutations in the genetic material of influenza virus is highly effective in treating influenza…
Women scientists author fewer invited commentaries in medical journals than men
Women scientists were 21% less likely to author invited commentaries in medical journals during a five-year period than men with…
Gut instincts: Researchers discover first clues on how gut health influences brain health
New cellular and molecular processes underlying communication between gut microbes and brain cells have been described for the first time.
Medical News Today: What to know about pica
Pica occurs when people crave and eat nonfood items. In some cases, this behavior can become harmful. This article describes…
#StoptheRobbery: How residency training programs can help
A senior resident in her last months of training interviews for a job that she likes and is in an…
Trans Fats, Bad for the Heart, May Be Bad for the Brain as Well
People with high levels of trans fats in the blood were at higher risk for Alzheimer’s disease and other forms…
Trans Fats, Bad for the Heart, May Be Bad for the Brain as Well
People with high levels of trans fats in the blood were at higher risk for Alzheimer’s disease and other forms…