Scientists used high-resolution imaging to visualize the 3D structure of bacteria responsible for dental plaque, revealing how they attach to host tissues. This discovery offers a potential template for developing drugs to intercept pathogens linked to periodontal disease.
The Faculty of Medicine at The Chinese University of Hong Kong has been ranked second globally in Gastroenterology and Hepatology. This achievement reflects the institution's ongoing success in clinical innovation and medical research.
The Congolese government has implemented a ban on public assemblies in Kinshasa and three provinces to contain an Ebola outbreak. Opposition leaders are challenging the directive, characterizing the measure as a politically motivated effort to suppress planned protests.
Cheri Aiken's successful return to hiking trails following lumbar spinal fusion surgery underscores the critical role of rehabilitation in spinal recovery.
Agoraphobia is characterized by the fear of being in situations where escape might be difficult or help unavailable. Treatment often includes a combination of cognitive behavioral therapy and medication.
A study tracking over 26,000 participants over three decades found that a Mediterranean diet is linked to cognitive benefits, particularly for APOE4 carriers.
Researchers have identified the biological mechanisms behind lung damage in acute myeloid leukemia, providing evidence to support standardized steroid use.
Researchers argue that steatotic liver disease should be managed as an evolving trajectory rather than a static diagnosis to account for fluctuating metabolic and alcohol-related risks.
NUS scientists have developed an oral vaccine that protects farmed fish from the nervous necrosis virus using encapsulated particles delivered via feed. This method offers a scalable alternative to injections, significantly improving survival rates in species such as grouper and Asian sea bass.
With daily hospital admissions exceeding 1,000, Sri Lanka has mobilized its military to identify and eliminate mosquito breeding sites using drones.
The Bundibugyo ebolavirus outbreak in the DR Congo is intensifying as health officials face regional conflict, community mistrust, and low contact tracing.
The Ebola epidemic in the Democratic Republic of the Congo has surpassed 1,000 confirmed cases, complicating medical response as health officials struggle with a lack of specific vaccines for the rare Bundibugyo strain.
Preclinical research indicates that nitrosylcobalamin can cross the blood-brain barrier and accumulate in glioblastoma tissue. The compound shows synergistic potential with existing therapies by potentially overcoming tumor resistance mechanisms.
New research indicates that protein consumption exceeding 22 percent of daily calories may activate immune cells that contribute to arterial hardening.
Despite advancements in wearable health technology, systemic policy barriers continue to prevent remote patient monitoring from moving beyond pilot programs.
Healthcare experts suggest curating a home medical kit tailored to your family's specific health needs to manage minor illnesses and injuries effectively. Regular inventory checks are essential for ensuring that all medical supplies remain safe and effective for use.
A study reveals that Toxoplasma gondii forms complex, active hubs in brain tissue, which helps explain why current treatments struggle to eliminate the infection.
Rome is deploying wearable health technology to monitor the vital signs and physical activity of elderly residents to protect them from extreme heatwaves.
Public health authorities report that the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo has not yet reached its peak as cases continue to rise. The response faces significant obstacles, including funding shortages, security concerns, and documented cases in Uganda.
Immunotherapy is shifting the survival landscape for patients with advanced cancers by training the immune system to target malignant cells. While these treatments have led to significant clinical breakthroughs, experts emphasize that sustainable research funding remains vital.