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Study Reveals How Metformin Lowers Blood Sugar and Fights Disease
A new study from Northwestern Medicine has uncovered the mechanism behind metformin, a leading Type 2 diabetes medication known for its wide range of health benefits. The study, published in the journal Science Advances, reveals how metformin interferes with mitochondria, the cell’s “powerhouse,” to effectively lower blood sugar levels. For over 60 years, metformin has…
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Study Discovers Antimicrobial Showerheads May Increase Risk of Harmful Bacteria
Recent research published in ACS ES&T Water has uncovered startling findings about silver-coated antimicrobial showerheads, suggesting they may fail to protect against harmful waterborne pathogens and could even exacerbate the threat by fostering antimicrobial resistance. Antimicrobial showerheads, often laden with silver — a naturally antimicrobial metal — are widely installed in various settings, including health…
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Stanford Researchers Develop First-Ever Topical Vaccine Using Skin Bacteria
Imagine a vaccine that you could simply rub onto your skin rather than enduring the discomfort of a needle. This groundbreaking prospect is closer to reality thanks to the innovative work of researchers at Stanford University. Michael Fischbach, the Liu (Liao) Family Professor and a professor of bioengineering at Stanford, and his team have domesticated…
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New Compound Shows Promise in Treating Rosacea and Eczema, Study Finds
For those suffering from rosacea, eczema and other inflammatory skin conditions, a new treatment could be on the horizon. Researchers led by the University of Pittsburgh have discovered that a compound named SYM2081 can effectively inhibit the activity of mast cells, potentially preventing the symptoms that often plague patients. Their findings, published in Science Translational…
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Study Reveals Exercise Boosts Cognitive Performance for Up to 24 Hours
New findings from researchers at University College London (UCL) suggest that the cognitive benefits of exercise extend far longer than previously thought. According to the study, published in the International Journal of Behavioral Nutrition and Physical Activity, moderate to vigorous physical activity can boost cognitive performance, including memory, for up to 24 hours. The significance…
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New Study Finds Health Risks in Supposedly Safe BPA Alternatives, BPF and BPS
A groundbreaking study by José Villalaín, a professor of biochemistry and molecular biology at the Miguel Hernández University of Elche (UMH) in Spain, challenges the safety of Bisphenol F (BPF) and Bisphenol S (BPS), commonly used as substitutes for Bisphenol A (BPA) in plastics and resins. Published in the Journal of Xenobiotics, the study reveals…
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University of Pittsburgh Researchers Unveil How House Dust Mites Trigger Allergic Asthma
New research from the University of Pittsburgh has elucidated the mechanism by which house dust mites, a prevalent allergen, trigger allergic asthma through immune system activation in mice. The study, recently published in Nature Immunology, provides vital insights into how seemingly harmless substances like dust mites, pet dander and pollen induce allergic reactions. This revelation…
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Nanoplastics Threaten Effectiveness of Antibiotics, New Study Finds
Researchers at Umeå University in Sweden have discovered a concerning link between nanoplastics and the reduced effectiveness of antibiotics. This groundbreaking study highlights the severe implications of nanoplastics on public health, revealing that these diminutive plastic particles can compromise the efficacy of life-saving antibiotic treatments and potentially contribute to antibiotic resistance. “The results are alarming…
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CU Anschutz Study Links Climate Change to Rise in Eye Conditions
Researchers at the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus have discovered a compelling association between climate change and ocular health. A recent study published in Clinical Ophthalmology reveals that clinical visits for eye conditions like conjunctivitis have more than doubled during periods with high airborne particulate matter, suggesting air pollution exacerbated by climate change could…
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Rainforest Protection Found to Cut Respiratory Diseases, Save Lives
A recent study by the University of Bonn and the Universidade Federal de Minas Gerais in Brazil has unveiled that safeguarding the Amazon rainforest from deforestation not only protects biodiversity and combats climate change but also dramatically improves human health by reducing respiratory diseases. The research, published today in the journal Nature Communications, Earth &…
