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Hypertensive disorders in pregnancy significantly affect breastfeeding initiation and continuation, compounding risks for maternal and infant health in the US.
A meta-analysis of nearly 3.9 million subjects finds a significant inverse relationship between allergies and lung cancer risk, highlighting allergic rhinitis as notably protective and suggesting gender-specific effects for eczema.
A comprehensive meta-analysis reveals that probiotic supplements may modestly improve sleep quality and alleviate depressive symptoms in individuals suffering from insomnia, though impacts on total sleep time remain unclear.
Research on mature female rats reveals that repetitive overuse injuries cause persistent pain and mood disturbances due to widespread IL-6-driven inflammation affecting muscles, blood, and the brain.
In a mouse model of acute ischemic stroke, researchers showed that inhibiting the aggregation of GAPDH, either genetically or with a novel peptide, significantly reduced brain damage and improved neurological function. The findings highlight GAPDH aggregation as a promising therapeutic target for st
Researchers have demonstrated that Halicin, an AI-identified drug, exhibits broad-spectrum efficacy against multidrug-resistant bacteria, revolutionizing infection treatment and illustrating AI's transformative role in antibiotic discovery.
Rising global obesity rates correlate strongly with economic development, primarily due to increased consumption of ultra-processed foods rather than decreased physical activity, highlighting a critical public health challenge.
Grindr launches Right Now, a live social feed designed to speed up connections by showing real-time posts lasting one hour. This new feature, alongside AI-driven tools, aims to enhance user experience and revitalize Grindr’s revenue streams amid market challenges.
A group of youths aged 7 to 25 is suing the Trump administration over executive orders promoting fossil fuels, citing unconstitutional overreach and harmful health impacts from climate-induced wildfires, emphasizing long-term risks to their constitutional rights and well-being.