UCSF scientists have revived the failed drug Artefenomel through a chemical rearrangement of the molecule. By solving the solubility problem, they created a powerful compound against artemisinin-resistant malaria strains, offering new hope in the fight against a disease threatening Africa and the world
A new scientific report from the American Heart Association details the dangers of ultra-processed foods. Learn how industrial products affect cardiometabolic health, what are the key risks to the heart and diabetes, and what the NOVA system reveals about the food we eat. Here are key recommendations from experts.
Scientists have discovered a new TDN molecule that targets the supporting cells in the brain, astrocytes, offering effective weight loss without nausea and vomiting, the main side effects of drugs like Ozempica. This approach, described as a “shortcut in the marathon,” could revolutionize the treatment of obesity.
Discover why your feet are the foundation of your overall health. Learn how proper care, hygiene, and shoe selection can prevent pain, injury, and serious problems like diabetes and heart disease. Here's a comprehensive guide to preventing blisters, fungi, ingrown nails, and gout, with expert advice for happy and healthy feet.
MIT engineers have developed an implantable device that can save the lives of people with diabetes. This smart system, the size of a coin, automatically releases a life-saving dose of glucagon in response to dangerously low blood sugar levels, eliminating the need for emergency injections and reducing the fear of hypoglycemia
A new study published in the journal Nature reveals how air pollution causes lung cancer in non-smokers. Research confirms that polluted air increases the number of DNA mutations similar to those from smoking. Risks from traditional medicine and a new, mysterious mutational signature have also been discovered.