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Current chronic kidney disease diagnostic thresholds reflect true patient risk
The thresholds for kidney function currently used to diagnose chronic kidney disease (CKD) reflect a true increase in the risk of serious illness.
Collective trauma reminders trigger immediate cravings for tobacco and cannabis
When national tragedy strikes, the urge to light up isn't just a habit, it is a psychological defense mechanism.
New topical gel uses repurposed MS drug to heal burns
Researchers at the Terasaki Institute for Biomedical Innovation and the University of Arizona College of Medicine have developed a topical gel formulation with 4-aminopyridine (4-AP), to treat burn wounds, achieving near-complete closure in 21 days.
Case report highlights diagnostic features of rare eyelid sebaceous adenoma
A new case report was published in Volume 13 of Oncoscience on April 2, 2026, titled "Sebaceous adenoma of the eyelid: A clinical, histopathological, and immunohistochemical perspective."
Diverse cancer subtypes can originate from a single progenitor cell
How do different cancer subtypes arise? Do they originate from distinct cells, or from a single multipotent cell capable of differentiating into multiple cell types?
Irregular sleep patterns reduce cognitive performance in preschool children
A new study to be presented at the SLEEP 2026 annual meeting found that irregular sleep - including variability in sleep timing and duration - was associated with lower receptive vocabulary and visuospatial memory scores in preschool-age children, even after accounting for total sleep duration.
Teen insomnia symptoms linked to hospitalizations in young adulthood
A new study to be presented at the SLEEP 2026 annual meeting found that poorer sleep health according to wrist actigraphy and insomnia symptoms during adolescence predicted a higher likelihood of an overnight hospital stay during young adulthood around seven years later, even after accounting for adolescent hospitalizations and sleep health.
Study reveals the first direct saliva biomarkers of sleep loss
Sleep loss dulls alertness and coordination, and it can produce effects similar to severe intoxication, making actions like driving incredibly risky. But there's no clinical test for determining when someone is dangerously sleep deprived.
Industrial processing of food poses health risks beyond poor nutrition
Concerns about the health effects of ultra-processed foods are growing, as studies increasingly link them to conditions such as heart disease, diabetes, and even early death.
Why exercise matters for obesity even when the scale barely moves
AHA's scientific statement reveals exercise's vital role in obesity management, boosting cardiovascular health and supporting long-term weight loss efforts.
Researchers urge nationwide safety campaign for baby sling and carrier use
The study by leading baby sleep experts at Durham University, UK, calls for a UK-wide campaign to ensure parents are directed to trusted sources of guidance and specialist advice, before or at the point of purchase.
Exercise during pregnancy links to lower infant BMI at one year
Supervised exercise during pregnancy may lower infant BMI and reduce obesity risk, highlighting the impact of maternal health on early growth trajectories.
Electrical neck implants immediately restore arm mobility in stroke survivors
University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine researchers report the final outcomes of a pioneering pilot clinical trial using electrical stimulation of the spinal cord to improve arm and hand mobility in people with chronic stroke today in Nature Medicine.
Vaping devices and flavors affect genes differently
Vaping exposure affects gene activity in the mouth, with variations linked to device type and flavor, suggesting unique molecular responses compared to smoking.
Pulse-wave tracking at home catches spontaneous normal heart rhythms early
Smartphone-based heart rhythm monitoring from home can reduce same-day cancellations and help save significant healthcare resources ahead of planned electrical cardioversion in patients with atrial fibrillation. This is shown in a new study published in JAMA Cardiology by researchers at Karolinska Institutet and Danderyd Hospital.
Scientists merge massive databases to map early warning signs of depression
The Wellcome Trust is funding the FUTURE-D research consortium with nearly €6 million. The consortium is coordinated by Universitätsmedizin Frankfurt.
Brain remodeling bypasses the prefrontal bottleneck to automate complex skills
New research by Georgetown scientists shows how the brain rewires itself to automate learned tasks. The findings challenge a long-held understanding of how humans master complex skills, suggesting that true multitasking is really possible.
Real-world study exposes suboptimal adherence to treat-to-target rheumatic strategies
EULAR - The European Alliance of Associations for Rheumatology - acknowledges the role of diverse real-world data to complement knowledge from randomized controlled trials.
Genetic blueprints bypass individual neuron analysis to accelerate mammalian brain research
While E. Josie Clowney would never suggest that neuroscience is simple, a new study by her team at the University of Michigan could drastically reduce complexity in future studies.
Researchers discover a biological barrier that limits mucosal vaccine immunity
A consistent biological barrier that stops the immune system from making the antibodies most needed to protect the nose and throat from respiratory viruses has been identified.




