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Colorectal cancer is the second leading cause of cancer death worldwide. If detected early, it can be efficiently treated, but the cost and discomfort of colonoscopies - the main diagnostic method currently in use - often result in delayed diagnosis.

Genetic testing of IVF-created embryos could help more women over 35 have a baby in less time, a clinical trial by researchers from King's College London, King's College Hospital, and King's Fertility has found.

Major depressive disorder (MDD) is one of the most common psychiatric illnesses worldwide, but its molecular causes have still not been clearly identified.

Feelings of shame are linked to reduced quality of life - as shown by the first study to measure shame as a factor influencing the connection between chronic gastrointestinal disorders and mental health.

Only a few decades ago, it was believed that ADHD was something one outgrew during adolescence. However, about half of those diagnosed at a young age carry it into adulthood.

A new study led by investigators from Mass General Brigham, Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, and the Broad Institute of MIT and Harvard suggests that a Mediterranean-style diet may help reduce dementia risk.

Healthcare shift workers face dietary and sleep challenges, leading to burnout and health issues. Effective interventions are crucial for their well-being.

The study identifies distinct childhood obesity trends in England, emphasizing the role of local policies and socioeconomic factors in shaping health outcomes.

A systematic review of 17 studies involving 61,332 participants reveals that vitamin D, iron, and certain foods and supplements play critical roles in hair health. Conversely, sugary drinks, alcohol, and excess vitamin A may worsen hair loss and hair quality.

Researchers have identified SLC45A4 as a neuronal polyamine transporter genetically linked to human chronic pain. Loss of this gene in mice disrupts polyamine balance, alters spinal GABA levels, and reduces heat and tonic pain sensitivity.

A new study of NHANES 2017–2023 data shows that most Americans drink far less 100% fruit juice than the Dietary Guidelines allow. Juice consumption was linked to better diet quality, higher nutrient intake, and did not displace whole fruit.

Researchers tracked brain activity before and after arm amputation and found that hand and lip maps in the cortex remained remarkably stable for up to five years. This challenges decades-old assumptions of large-scale remapping and supports the idea of a resilient internal body model.

A new article in Veterinary Pathology introduces a 9-point checklist designed to improve the reporting quality of studies that use artificial intelligence (AI)-based automated image analysis (AIA). As AI tools become more widely used in pathology-based research, concerns have emerged about the reproducibility and transparency of published findings.

The landscape of metagenomics and microbiome research is evolving at breakneck speed. As sequencing technologies improve and the demand for high-resolution, bias-free microbial data grows, the bottleneck is shifting from sequencing itself to the quality of upstream sample preparation.

The non-coding genome, once dismissed as "junk DNA", is now recognized as a fundamental regulator of gene expression and a key player in understanding complex diseases. Following the landmark achievements of the Human Genome Project (HGP), scientists have increasingly focused on deciphering the non-coding regions of the human genome, which comprise approximately 98% of the genetic material.

n6 is proud to announce a strategic partnership with SeqCenter, who is launching a groundbreaking full-length 16S sequencing service at FEMS Micro.

The World Health Organization (WHO) and the World Meteorological Organization (WMO) have published a new joint report and guidance highlighting the growing global health challenges posed by extreme heat on workers.

While the majority of states require public school students to take at least one sexual education course, a patchwork of state-level provisions that mandate inaccurate, outdated, or politically motivated curricula may inhibit students from receiving essential information for their sexual health and well-being.

Prostate cancer remains a global health challenge, ranking as the second most common malignancy among men.