Texas invests $50M in psychedelic drug research to treat addiction Texas has moved to fund research into ibogaine, a psychedelic drug that may help treat addiction, depression and brain injuries. Jun 16, 2025 0 16
Discovery of DIAL syndrome links faulty DNA repair to childhood cancer risk and chemo sensitivity A new hereditary condition has been discovered that affects patients' ability to repair DNA—leaving them both at greater risk of developing blood cancer, and unable to repair some of the damage caused by chemotherapy treatments. Jun 16, 2025 0 15
Health groups urge insurers to cover COVID-19 shots for pregnant women The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists is urging insurers to continue covering vaccinations during pregnancy in an open letter signed by 30 prominent professional health organizations. Jun 16, 2025 0 11
High blood pressure in pregnancy linked to increased risk of seizure in children A new study led by researchers at University of Iowa Health Care has revealed a significant association between high blood pressure during pregnancy (gestational hypertension) and an increased risk of seizures in children. Jun 16, 2025 0 13
Home accidents as important as road traffic crashes, study finds Accidents occurring in the home are a substantial cause of non-fatal injuries requiring medical care in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs)—with women disproportionately affected, a new study reveals. Jun 16, 2025 0 9
Sleep loss rewires the brain for cravings and weight gain. A neurologist explains the science behind the cycle You stayed up too late scrolling through your phone, answering emails or watching just one more episode. The next morning, you feel groggy and irritable. That sugary pastry or greasy breakfast sandwich suddenly looks more ... Jun 16, 2025 0 21
Despite what you learned at school, insulin isn't just made in the pancreas Your brain makes insulin—the same insulin produced by your pancreas. The same insulin that is not produced in people with type 1 diabetes and the same insulin that does not work properly in people with type 2 diabetes. Jun 16, 2025 0 24
Lab develops far-red dopamine sensor for real-time brain imaging A multidisciplinary team led by Professor Li Yulong from the School of Life Sciences at Peking University has developed a far-red fluorescent dopamine (DA) probe that enables real-time, multiplex imaging of neurotransmitters ... Jun 16, 2025 0 44
Rewiring the body clock: Deep brain imaging reveals unexpected complexity in jet lag adjustment Deep-brain imaging in awake mice reveals how light resets the circadian clock by activating complex SCN neuron networks. Jun 16, 2025 0 66
Surprising drug combination cuts alcohol use and lessens nausea in clinical trial Two existing medications—one used for smoking cessation and the other for depression—appear to work effectively together in treating alcohol use disorder. The combination reduces alcohol cravings, lowers consumption, and ... Jun 16, 2025 0 75
