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'Out of science fiction': First 3D observations of an exoplanet's atmosphere reveal a unique climate

Science Daily: Pharmacology News

Astronomers have peered through the atmosphere of a planet beyond the Solar System, mapping its 3D structure for the first time. By combining all four telescope units of the European Southern Observatory's Very Large Telescope (ESO's VLT), they found powerful winds carrying chemical elements like iron and titanium, creating intricate weather patterns across the planet's atmosphere.

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As sports betting has soared, more people search online for help with gambling addiction

NPR Health

A study shows more people are looking for help to manage gambling addiction, in the years after a Supreme Court decision allowed online sports betting in 38 states. (Image credit: Aaron M.

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Milk boosts gut-friendly bacteria while cheese alters microbiome balance, study reveals

News Medical Health Sciences

Researchers found that dairy consumption influences gut microbiota composition, with milk promoting beneficial bacteria and cheese altering microbial diversity in distinct ways.

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Firing of federal workers endangers public health

Public Health Newswire

About 5,200 workers abruptly fired across HHS

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Gene editing shows promise for treating trisomy at cellular level

News Medical Health Sciences

Gene editing techniques may eventually allow trisomy to be treated at the cellular level, according to an in vitro proof-of-concept study.

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Einstein Probe catches X-ray odd couple

Science Daily: Pharmacology News

Lobster-eye satellite Einstein Probe captured the X-ray flash from a very elusive celestial pair. The discovery opens a new way to explore how massive stars interact and evolve, confirming the unique power of the mission to uncover fleeting X-ray sources in the sky.

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Air pollution in late pregnancy linked to higher NICU admissions for newborns

News Medical Health Sciences

Exposure to traffic pollutants before birth is linked to increased NICU admissions, stressing the importance of addressing air quality for neonatal health.

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Coffee grounds and Reishi mushroom spores can be 3D printed into a compostable alternative to plastics

Science Daily: Pharmacology News

Researchers developed a new system for turning used coffee grounds into a paste, which they use to 3D print objects, such as packing materials and a vase. They inoculate the paste with Reishi mushroom spores, which turn the coffee grounds into a resilient, fully compostable alternative to plastics.

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Drinking more water may lower heart disease risk, but too much coffee and tea could raise it

News Medical Health Sciences

Drinking water may help reduce cardiovascular disease (CVD) risk, while excessive coffee and tea intake (6 cups/day) increases the likelihood of CVD, with stronger effects in women.

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Plastic pen cap stuck in man’s lungs for 21 years removed by doctors in Hyderabad

The Hindu

Had the patient delayed further, his lung tissue could have been permanently damaged, necessitating surgical removal of the affected section, said Dr.

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AI model automatically segments major structures in MRI images

News Medical Health Sciences

Research scientists in Switzerland have developed and tested a robust AI model that automatically segments major anatomic structures in MRI images, independent of sequence, according to a new study published today in Radiology, a journal of the Radiological Society of North America (RSNA).

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The crisis of pain relief care in India

The Hindu

Despite being one of the worlds largest producers of morphine, a potent opioid pain relief medication, India faces significant stigma and policy restrictions limiting access to effective pain management

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Gene therapy breakthrough offers hope for severe Dravet syndrome cases

News Medical Health Sciences

AAV-Nav1 gene therapy effectively reduces seizures and prolongs life in a mouse model of SCN1B-linked Dravet syndrome, paving the way for future treatments.

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‘Hospital, Heal Thyself:’ Book shows few hospitals adopt beneficial methods

Association of Health Care Journalists

Imagine you could help hospitals improve patient safety and boost income simply by smoothing out patient flow. Thats the idea behind the not-for-profit Institute for Healthcare Optimization (IHO) in Bedford, Mass. Now, imagine that after more than two decades of explaining how hospitals in the United States and around the world could improve operations while solving their biggest problems (including low patient safety scores, operating room and emergency department overcrowding, nursing shortage

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Recreational exercise, not work activity, linked to lower type 2 diabetes risk

News Medical Health Sciences

Researchers have found that engaging in moderate to vigorous physical activity during leisure time, regardless of occupational physical activity, is associated with a reduced risk of type 2 diabetes. A combination of sedentary leisure-time activity and demanding occupational activity may increase the risk.

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Firing of federal workers endangers public health

Public Health Newswire

About 5,200 workers abruptly fired across HHS

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New review sheds light on links between Alzheimer's and metabolic syndrome

News Medical Health Sciences

Alzheimer's disease (AD), the most common form of dementia, continues to remain one of modern medicine's greatest challenges.

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Increased risk of Valley fever linked to fine mineral dust exposure

Berkeley Public Health

A new study found a link between exposure to fine mineral dust and an increased risk of Valley fever, an emerging infectious disease.

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Researchers discover direct feedback loop in brain circuit connecting memories and emotions

News Medical Health Sciences

A newly identified part of a brain circuit mixes sensory information, memories, and emotions to tell whether things are familiar or new, and important or just "background noise.

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Enjoy the Benefits of Using an SEO Agency that Uses AI

Smart Data Collective

AI technology is helping companies make the most out of their SEO strategies.

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From soy sauce to sodium labels: How Japan is rethinking salt reduction

News Medical Health Sciences

Japans salt reduction efforts have lowered sodium intake over decades, but levels remain high, prompting economic modeling to assess the impact of stricter policies on cardiovascular disease and healthcare costs.

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Vatican says Pope Francis has pneumonia

The Hill

Pope Francis has developed pneumonia in both lungs, according to the Vatican, which said the 88-year-old pontiffs medical conditions present a complex picture. "The laboratory tests, chest X-ray, and clinical conditions of the Holy Father continue to present a complex picture," the Vatican said in a Tuesday statement. A chest CT scan which the Holy Father received this afternoon revealed the onset of bilateral pneumonia that requires further pharmacological therapy, Vatican spokesperson Matteo

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Lower vitamin B12 levels could impact brain function in older adults

News Medical Health Sciences

Meeting the minimum requirement for vitamin B12, needed to make DNA, red blood cells and nerve tissue, may not actually be enough particularly if you are older. It may even put you at risk for cognitive impairment.

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Distinct brain network features predict internalizing and externalizing traits in children, adolescents and adults

Nature Mental Health

Nature Mental Health, Published online: 19 February 2025; doi:10.1038/s44220-025-00388-5 In this study, the authors present work showing shared and distinct predictive network features associated with internalizing and externalizing behaviors in children, adolescents and adults.

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New biomarker panel shows promise for early detection of pancreatic cancer

News Medical Health Sciences

The discovery of a 'biomarker panel' could have a profound impact on the ability to identify patients at risk of developing PC at an earlier stage.

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Biomedicine shows the way to future food crops

Science Daily: Pharmacology News

Researchers have introduced genetic material into plants via their roots, opening a potential pathway for rapid crop improvement.

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Study shows ctDNA testing could revolutionize breast cancer treatment

News Medical Health Sciences

For years, breast cancer treatment has been guided by genetic alterations found in tumor tissue, typically through invasive biopsies.

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The “Benefits” of an Eating Disorder: What Social Workers Need To Know

The New Social Worker

Why do people hold on to their eating disorders? Understanding the benefits of having an eating disorder can help clinicians better understand why their clients are reluctant to get better.

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Direct connection found between memory and sensory processing centers in brain

News Medical Health Sciences

A newly identified part of a brain circuit mixes sensory information, memories, and emotions to tell whether things are familiar or newand important or just "background noise.

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Zeiss India sets up research lab for AI in eyecare at IISc

The Hindu

The initiative aims to leverage AI to drive advancements in eyecare solutions and enable researchers at IISc to explore the technologys potential in facilitating early diagnosis, treatment personalisation, and accessibility in ophthalmology.

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Study suggests taxifolin could be a safe, natural way to aid weight loss

News Medical Health Sciences

A new study suggests that daily taxifolin intake may support weight loss in older adults, possibly through brown fat activation and cholesterol regulation.

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Flickers and flares: Milky Way's central black hole constantly bubbles with light

Science Daily: Pharmacology News

Astrophysicists have observed our central supermassive black hole. They found the accretion disk is constantly emitting flares without periods of rest. Shorter, faint flares and longer, bright flares appear to be generated by separate processes.

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How does intermittent fasting affect β cell function and diabetes risk

News Medical Health Sciences

Research shows short-term fasting improves glucose regulation, while long-term fasting in young mice impairs cell function, potentially increasing T1D risk.

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Biologists transform gut bacteria into tiny protein pharmacies

Science Daily: Pharmacology News

Biologists converted gut bacteria into miniature protein factories that manufacture and release a sustained flow of targeted proteins inside the lower intestines. This technique solves one of the longstanding problems surrounding gastrointestinal drug delivery.

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