A massive ADHD study reveals what actually works

The most extensive evaluation of ADHD treatments ever conducted shows that medication remains the most reliable option for both children and adults. For adults, cognitive behavioural therapy is also strongly…

A secret cell alliance may explain why ovarian cancer is so deadly

Ovarian cancer is the deadliest gynecological cancer, largely because it is usually discovered too late. In most cases, doctors diagnose the disease only after it has already spread widely throughout…

This popular diet was linked to a much lower stroke risk

Women who follow a Mediterranean-style eating pattern may face a lower risk of stroke, according to research published on February 4, 2026, in Neurology Open Access, a journal of the…

Scientists were wrong for decades about DNA knots

Scientists at the University of Cambridge, working with international collaborators, have identified a crucial process that shapes how DNA behaves as it moves through nanoscale pores. This process is fundamental…

NHS: More doctors and online booking

The idea is make it easier for patients to book non-urgent appointments or ask questions – and end the 08:00 scramble to get through on the telephone and, in turn,…

Ever feel the need to switch off? Your vagus nerve might hold the key

You might not have heard of it, but can training your vagus nerve give you a moment or two of peace? Source link

I inhaled traffic fumes to find out where air pollution goes in my body

Grigg’s study showed a tight-fitting FFP2 mask led to less air pollution in the blood, but “we’re not saying that everyone should wear a mask”, says Grigg, adding some clinically…

A hidden cellular breakdown may be driving dry eye disease

An estimated 5 to 15 percent of people experience ongoing problems with dry eyes. Common symptoms include redness, a stinging or burning feeling, and tired, uncomfortable eyes that can interfere…

A new gel could help people get their voices back

Researchers at McGill University have developed a new hydrogel that may one day help people recover from vocal cord injuries. Early results suggest the material could offer a better option…

Diabetes drugs may be changing cancer in surprising ways

Researchers are taking a closer look at how medications used to treat diabetes may also influence cancer. While diabetes itself has long been associated with higher cancer risk, scientists are…