A new type of vaccine that can be stored at warmer temperatures, removing the need for refrigeration, has been developed…
Sleep varies by age, geographical location and gender
In an exceptionally extensive worldwide study on sleep, nearly a quarter of a million nights of sleep were measured among…
Medical News Today: Osteoarthritis research: Hot mud and salt baths
Can hot mud treatments and salt baths reduce the symptoms of osteoarthritis? A small scale, short run pilot study concludes…
Men with prostate cancer can be spared radiotherapy after surgery, study suggests
Men with prostate cancer can be spared radiotherapy after surgery, according to new results. The study answers a longstanding question…
Analyses of newborn babies’ head odors suggest importance in facilitating bonding
Scientists have identified the chemical makeup of the odors produced by newborn babies’ heads. The results shed more light on…
Better methods needed for predicting risk of liver disease
While blood samples can reliably identify people with a low risk of developing severe liver disease, better methods are needed…
An artificial skin that can help rehabilitation and enhance virtual reality
Scientists have developed a soft artificial skin that provides haptic feedback and — thanks to a sophisticated self-sensing mechanism —…
Why viruses like Herpes and Zika will need to be reclassified: Biotech impact
New findings reveal many different structural models for viruses, which can eventually lead to developing more targeted antiviral vaccines, by…
First large-scale study of universal screening for autism raises questions about accuracy
In the first large, real-world study of universal screening for autism spectrum disorder (ASD) in toddlers, researchers have found that…
Medical News Today: More batches of common hypertension drug taken off the market
Torrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd. is withdrawing more batches of Losartan potassium tablets, USP and Losartan potassium/hydrochlorothiazide tablets, USP.