Actor David Tennant has an extra toe. Two anatomists explain what's so fascinating about polydactyly A common anatomical variation is being born with more than ten fingers or more than ten toes. Feb 6, 2025 0 29
Is U.S. prepared for bird flu's spread in humans? One expert has concerns When it comes to the potential of H5N1 avian flu, otherwise known as bird flu, picking up mutations that might lead to human-to-human spread, that "train has already left the station," warns one infectious disease expert. Feb 6, 2025 0 26
Chronic inflammation's connection to atrial fibrillation points to IL-1β as a promising treatment target A recent Brazilian study published in Nature Cardiovascular Research has highlighted promising pathways for preventing and treating atrial fibrillation, a condition that significantly raises the risks of stroke and dementia. ... Feb 6, 2025 0 29
Female genital mutilation is a leading cause of death for girls where it's practiced Female genital mutilation or cutting (FGM/C) is a deeply entrenched cultural practice that affects around 200 million women and girls. It's practiced in at least 25 African countries, as well as parts of the Middle East and ... Feb 6, 2025 0 13
US dodged a bird flu pandemic thanks to eggs and dumb luck—with spread of new strain, will Americans get lucky again? In recent months, Americans looking for eggs have faced empty shelves in their grocery stores. The escalating threat of avian flu has forced farmers to kill millions of chickens to prevent its spread. Feb 6, 2025 1 19
Japan study finds decline in breast cancer screening participation rates during the COVID-19 pandemic During the COVID pandemic, breast cancer screening participation rates declined worldwide. However, in Japan, nationwide changes in the rate of breast cancer screening before and during the pandemic remained unclear. Feb 6, 2025 0 32
Why some heavy drinkers develop advanced liver disease, while others do not Why do some people who consume a few glasses of alcohol a day develop advanced liver disease while others who drink the same amount don't? The answer may lie in three common underlying medical conditions, according to a new ... Feb 6, 2025 0 32
Cancer diagnoses and deaths are declining in Appalachia but remain significantly higher compared to other US regions Fewer people than before are being diagnosed with and dying from cancer in Appalachia, but cancer incidence and death rates remain substantially higher, especially in certain areas of Central Appalachia, compared to elsewhere ... Feb 6, 2025 0 11
Holmium Laser of the Prostate Double-n Technology promising for benign prostatic hyperplasia For men with benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), transurethral Holmium Laser of the Prostate (HoLEP) with Double-n Technology shows promise for improving urinary symptoms while better preserving ejaculatory function, according ... Feb 6, 2025 0 19
Racial, ethnic disparities seen in counseling for children with high blood pressure Among children with high blood pressure (BP), there are racial and ethnic disparities in receipt of nutrition, lifestyle, and weight counseling, according to a study published online Jan. 29 in JAMA Network Open. Feb 6, 2025 0 11
