Scientists report the discovery of ‘hyperhotspots’ in the human genome, locations that are up to 170-times more sensitive to ultraviolet…
Artificial intelligence tool predicts life expectancy in heart failure patients
Cardiologists and physicists have developed a machine learning algorithm to predict the life expectancy in heart failure patients.
Diet trials often amend their outcome measures as they go
A study concludes that 86 percent of diet trials amended their desired study outcomes along the way. That raises the…
New RNA molecules may play a role in aging
Using a new sequencing method, this class of previously invisible RNA molecules were found to be abundantly expressed.
Medical News Today: Why is my tattoo itchy?
An itchy tattoo is very common, especially if it is a new tattoo. Aside from the normal healing process, there…
Puberty may offer window to reset effects of early deprived care on stress-response system
The ability to recalibrate how children respond to stress could offer a way to promote resilience.
First look at thermostat wars suggests women may be losing these battles
Your characterization of the thermostat war going on in your house is likely to depend at least in part on…
Improving trauma pain outcomes
Improving acute pain management after traumatic injury remains a priority for policymakers and clinicians as rates of injury and subsequent…
Men and women perceive their own health differently
A new study investigates differences in how men and women perceive their own health. The study finds that confidence in…
Phage therapy shows promise for alcoholic liver disease
Researchers linked a gut bacteria toxin to worse clinical outcomes in patients with alcoholic liver disease, and discovered that treatment…