Other than clinical observations, the stem cell field lacks a repeatable, time-sensitive, noninvasive tool to assess the effectiveness of transplanted…
Medical News Today: Health benefits of peppermint tea
Peppermint tea is a popular herbal tea that is naturally calorie- and caffeine-free. Some research has suggested that the oils…
Medical News Today: Bentonite clay: 11 benefits and uses
Bentonite clay is a popular home remedy for removing impurities from the skin and bodily systems. This article explores the…
Promising path towards developing flu treatment using lipid target
A team of scientists has tackled this fundamental question and recently identified a target to ‘tone down’ the hyper-active immunity…
Electric hookahs might be no safer than traditional charcoal-based ones
Waterpipe tobacco smoking, otherwise known as ‘hookah’ or ‘shisha,’ is becoming increasingly popular worldwide, especially among youth. Traditional hookahs burn…
3D-printed device detects biomarkers of preterm birth
Preterm birth (PTB) — defined as birth before the 37th week of gestation — is the leading complication of pregnancy.…
Octopus-inspired wearable sensor
Wearable electronics that adhere to skin are an emerging trend in health sensor technology for their ability to monitor a…
Healthy brain development is a human right, argues Yale researcher
We know that the environment in which children and young adults are raised influences healthy brain development. Now, a psychologist…
Residential child care project addresses emotional pain without causing it
A model of care for children’s residential agencies takes children’s emotional pain into account and emphasizes the bond between the…
Pain management protocol sends 92 percent of cancer surgery patients home without opioids
A specialized pain management program for patients who underwent robotic surgery for urologic cancers resulted in just eight percent going…