A recent human study has discovered the presence of fungal communities in the fetal gut. The study marks the first…
Taxing sweetened drinks by the amount of sugar could cut obesity and boost economic gains
Taxing sugar-sweetened beverages by the amount of sugar they contain, rather than by the liquid volume of these drinks, as…
Diversity of Plasmodium falciparum across Sub-Saharan Africa
Scientists have identified the regional character to Plasmodium falciparum across Africa. Malaria, infecting 219 million individuals in 2017, remains a…
Synthetic biologists extend functional life of cancer fighting circuitry in microbes
Bioengineers have developed a method to significantly extend the life of gene circuits used to instruct microbes to do things…
New method for imaging biological molecules
Researchers have developed a new method for creating images of molecules in cells or tissue samples. The method is based…
Stopping progression of tissue injury after button battery ingestion
Button battery injuries in children have been increasingly severe — resulting in devastating injuries and even death. Button batteries damage…
Medical News Today: What to do to reduce facial fat
Some people have concerns about excess facial fat. This article outlines seven tips for helping prevent and reduce excess facial…
Medical News Today: What are the worst foods for gut health?
The gut microbiome affects many aspects of human health, and the foods people eat can have a huge impact on…
Mobile Devices and Health
Mobile health — the application of sensors, mobile apps, social media, and location-tracking technology to obtain data pertinent to wellness…
Five-Year Outcomes of a Randomized Trial of Treatments for Varicose Veins
Minimally invasive treatment options such as endovenous laser ablation therapy and ultrasound-guided foam sclerotherapy are now recommended alternatives to surgery…