Immunology
Why are some cats more allergenic than others? It's not their coat length, studies show
Allergies can be debilitating for those who have them—even more so when the cause of the allergic reaction is a beloved pet.
Apr 8, 2025
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Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
An uptick of ticks in Washington: Study of trail reports to help track sightings
Tick sightings are on the rise in Western Washington, according to research conducted by a University of Washington master's degree student.
Apr 8, 2025
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Health
A simple, science-backed way to sharpen thinking and improve memory
Many of us turn to Sudoku, Wordle or brain-training apps to sharpen our minds. But research is increasingly showing one of the best ways to boost memory, focus and brain health is exercise.
Apr 8, 2025
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Surgery
Powerful new tool promises major advances in cancer treatment
New Australian technology is set to transform the way that gastrointestinal cancers are detected and treated with precise, minimally invasive surgery.
Apr 8, 2025
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Oncology & Cancer
Researchers study effects of cannabis on sedation, cancer treatment symptoms
As more patients report using cannabis in a state where medical marijuana is legal, researchers across several disciplines at the University of Oklahoma Health Sciences are uncovering insight into the effects of cannabis ...
Apr 8, 2025
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Oncology & Cancer
Massachusetts nurses with brain tumors: Department of Public Health 'in communication' with Newton-Wellesley
The state Department of Public Health is "in communication" with Newton-Wellesley Hospital after a reported group of nurses were diagnosed with brain tumors.
Apr 8, 2025
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Psychology & Psychiatry
People who are easily distracted by smartphones are more physiologically reactive, less attuned to their bodies: Study
Over the past few decades, some studies have raised important questions about the psychological implications of the excessive use of smartphones and other portable devices. Findings suggest that people who use smartphones ...
Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
Surveillance study spots long-term rise in invasive group A strep infections among children
A 32-year-long surveillance study led by Sinai Health in Toronto has found that serious infections caused by group A streptococcus (iGAS) are rising in children, with the sharpest increase recorded in 2023. Strain types varied ...
Cardiology
Advancing biological understanding of hypertensive pregnancy disorders: A simple blood test can predict preeclampsia
A study published in Nature Communications reveals new advances in the biological understanding of hypertensive disorders of pregnancy (HDP), including preeclampsia—a leading cause of maternal morbidity and mortality as ...
Apr 8, 2025
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Cardiology
Eating only during the daytime could protect people from heart risks of shift work, study suggests
A study led by researchers at Mass General Brigham suggests that, when it comes to cardiovascular health, food timing could be a bigger risk factor than sleep timing.
Apr 8, 2025
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