In a recent study published in eLife, a group of researchers investigated the Role of Cylicins in Spermiogenesis and Male Fertility in Mice and Humans through Clustered Regularly Interspaced Short Palindromic Repeats (CRISPR)/ CRISPR-associated protein 9 (Cas9) Gene Editing. Study: Cylicins are a structural component of the sperm calyx being indispensable for male fertility in
In a recent study published in the Npj Vaccines Journal, researchers presented intriguing perspectives about sustainable dietary modeling and formulation in the animal-to-plant-based dietary (PBD) transition. Study: Sustainable healthy diet modeling for a plant-based dietary transitioning in the United States. Image Credit: RONEDYA/Shutterstock.com Background There are several different definitions of PBDs based on social, cultural, and agricultural influences across geographical
University of Kentucky Markey Cancer Center research underscores the need for interventions to increase educational attainment and knowledge of cancer in Appalachian Kentucky. Kentucky has the highest rate of cancer incidence and mortality in the country, with the Eastern Appalachian region bearing the highest burden due to health, socioeconomic and education disparities including decreased education
Meal kits are a billion dollar industry selling the promise of convenience while cooking healthy meals at home. Delivering ingredients and step-by-step recipes to the doorstep, meal kits reduce the time and energy to plan, shop and prepare meals. But do they deliver on their promise of health? While people may think meal kits are
Understanding cryotherapyHow cryotherapy works at the cellular and physiological levelsBenefits of cryotherapyThe scientific verdict: What the research saysRisks and precautionsThe future of cryotherapy in medical practiceReferencesFurther reading Cold has been used to treat illnesses since at least 450 BC when Hippocrates advised packing wounded soldiers in ice to delay death. In the 1800s, wounded soldiers
Hrishikesh S. Kulkarni, MD, an assistant professor of medicine in the Division of Pulmonary & Critical Care Medicine at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis, has received the 2023 Svar Complement Excellence Award from the International Complement Society and Svar, a life sciences company based in Sweden. The annual award recognizes excellence in
Reviewed A research team at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center and College of Medicine has been approved for a $14 million award from the Patient-Centered Outcomes Research Institute (PCORI) to study whether a higher daily dose of aspirin is more effective in decreasing the risk of dangerous blood pressure complications among some pregnant
For trauma patients suffering from massive blood loss, a care approach that emphasizes halting bleeding and restoring circulation first, rather than the traditional approach of restoring the airway first, can help improve the survival and overall outcomes of these patients, according to a literature review published in the Journal of the American College of Surgeons.
Doctor explains how to prepare for the upcoming flu season A doctor has warned that people infected with a mystery winter bug currently “sweeping” the UK could experience frustrating symptoms for as long as three weeks. As previously reported by Express.co.uk, some people have taken to social media to complain about a debilitating “worst” ever
Midi Health, a virtual care clinic for women 40 years and above, announced it is expanding its offering to employers in all 50 states beginning in January 2024. The announcement comes just weeks after the company relayed it closed a $25 million Series A funding round led by GV (Google Ventures), bringing the company’s total
Scientists have developed a potentially transformative new technique that could aid in the discovery and development of new therapeutics for a number of globally prevalent autoimmune diseases. Conditions such as lupus, rheumatoid arthritis and inflammatory bowel disease (IBD)—as well as failures within transplanted cells—are all caused by altered cytokine secretion of immune cells within the
Photo: Dr. Steve Schutzer Musculoskeletal (MSK) is routinely one of the three most expensive categories of care (along with cardio-metabolic disease and cancer care). Dr. Steve Schutzer, an orthopedic surgeon for 34 years, is working on this pain point as cofounder and COO of Upswing Health, a virtual clinic for MSK/orthopedic problems. THE PROBLEM “More than one
About 10-15% of pregnancies fail after conception has been recognized, amounting to 23 million losses a year. Chromosomal anomalies underlie many embryonic and fetal losses, but their exact frequency and localization to the embryo or placenta are still unclear. A new study published in Nature Medicine reports on a chromosomal analysis of over 1,700 spontaneous
Most of us let off a few farts on the daily, with it a natural bodily function. However, an expert has revealed that different types of farts can mean different things. And one certain one in particular may be a cause of cancern. Dr Philip Mayhead – consultant gastroenterologist at Benenden Hospital – has shared
Are Huel and other popular food replacements REALLY any good for you? Food scientist weighs in… Meal replacement shakes and bars claim to contain all the nutrients you need Nutritionists say food from scratch is better and some shakes won’t keep you full They claim to eliminate the faff of prepping meals, help with weight
Reviewed A new paper in Science Advances details how scientists have succeeded in mapping a central part of the immune system – the HLA class II molecules – while accurately predicting how they display fragments of pathogens on the surface of cells. When we are sick, our immune system – in curing us – relies
Antimicrobial resistance is one of the biggest global threats to health, food security and development. This month, The Conversation’s experts explore how we got here and the potential solutions. We’ve all heard about antibiotic resistance. This happens when bacteria develop strategies to avoid being destroyed by an antibiotic. The consequences of antibiotic resistance mean an
It is thought we spend an average of three hours on the toilet every week. Despite this, some people might not be using the correct wiping technique with potentially dangerous consequences. According to one doctor, this could actually put your health at risk. Speaking to Health, gynaecologist Alyssa Dweck revealed that one of the biggest
Rise of the DIY faecal transplants: Experts warn trend that sees people ingest others’ poo in hopes of curing ailments has ‘significant risks’ Experts warn DIY faecal transplants should only be done by a specialist doctor If the donation is not tested for diseases, infections can be ‘life-threatening’ Poo transplants are offered to patients suffering
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