The hospitalization rate for acute cardiovascular disease (CVD) events in a large southern California health system was 1.62 times higher…
New mechanism affecting nerve impulses discovered
Researchers have discovered a new mechanism by which substances can open a certain type of ion channel and in this…
Chemists create new crystal form of insecticide, boosting its ability to fight mosquitoes and malaria
Through a simple process of heating and cooling, researchers have created a new crystal form of deltamethrin — a common…
Concurrent hereditary hemorrhagic telangiectasia and hereditary hemochromatosis: a case report
Background: Coexisting hereditary hemorrhagic telangiectasia (HHT) and hemochromatosis is an exceedingly rare combination of 2 inherited disorders that provides an…
As genome-editing trials become more common, informed consent is changing
As public interest and expanded research in human genome editing grows, many questions remain about ethical, legal and social implications…
Irregular Menstrual Cycles Tied to Shorter Lifespans
Compared with women with regular cycles of 26 to 31 days, those with irregular or longer cycles were at higher…
A circular economy could save the world’s economy post-COVID-19
The world’s economy is feeling the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic with many industries under threat. Researchers have concluded that…
More young adults are abstaining from alcohol
Fewer college-age Americans drink alcohol, compared to nearly 20 years ago, according to a new study.
Scientists find neurochemicals have unexpectedly profound roles in the human brain
In first-of-their-kind observations in the human brain, an international team of researchers has revealed two well-known neurochemicals — dopamine and…
To protect nature’s benefits, focus on people
New paper calls for the consideration of people’s diverse needs in order to develop effective nature-based policies and investments in…