Scientists discover a completely different way to fight viruses
Scientists have uncovered a previously unknown way that sea anemones defend themselves against viruses, revealing that the evolution of animal immune systems may be far more diverse than previously believed.…
Melanoma’s secret to cheating death has finally been revealed
Scientists at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine have identified a crucial missing piece in the long standing mystery of how melanoma tumors avoid death and continue growing. Writing…
Scientists discover a surprising link between vitamin C and brain health
Researchers have found another clue that diet may influence how the brain ages. In a study of more than 2,000 older adults in Japan, people with lower levels of vitamin…
Nearly half of kidney transplant patients never even get started
Nearly half of Americans with kidney failure who are referred for a kidney transplant never begin the evaluation process required to be considered for a donor organ, according to a…
Modern neuroscience is rediscovering an idea Freud had 130 years ago
Modern neuroscience and psychoanalysis may have far more in common than many people realize, according to a new paper published in the neurocognitive journal Entropy. The researchers argue that today’s…
A surprising brain discovery is forcing scientists to rethink movement disorders
New research from a Virginia Tech neuroscientist at the Fralin Biomedical Research Institute at VTC is raising questions about a long-standing approach to studying chronic neurological conditions such as dystonia,…
Can a 10-second finger workout help keep your brain healthy?
Dr Oscar is back with the latest health headlines. Can a 10-second finger workout help keep your brain healthy? Plus, the surprising ways stress can affect your body, and why…
‘Normal birth drive’ criticism removed from maternity report, expert claims
A review into maternity safety in England was changed just days before publication to remove criticism of a “normal birth drive”, according to a former member of the inquiry team.…
Women with PMOS should have yearly NHS checks, says health watchdog
The guidelines recommend when to suspect PMOS, how to assess women and how to diagnose the condition. They also say PMOS should not be discounted in women who have been…
How to treat bloodshot eyes
Burning, red or bloodshot eyes? Optometrist Humaira Bham explains the common causes, from tiredness and allergies to screen use, plus when it’s something you can treat at home — and…
















