WHO says 42 dead in latest Ebola outbreak in DR Congo

A new study from researchers at The University of Texas at Austin reveals that following a low-calorie or low-carbohydrate diet can measurably lower levels of brain chemicals that, when too high, are linked to inflammation and memory problems.

A new Commonwealth Fund report offers the first state-by-state ranking of how vulnerable individual health and health care systems are to climate risks.

Children in care who experience frequent changes in care placements are more than twice as likely to experience mental health problems, according to new research led by the University of Bath in the UK.

Around half a million stents are implanted in Germany every year to treat narrowing of the blood vessels, a consequence of atherosclerosis. However, conventional models made of metal or polymers injure the endothelium, the protective innermost cell layer of the blood vessels, when they are inserted. This cell layer takes a long time to regenerate, and if it is damaged, there is also an elevated risk of thrombosis. To prevent blood clotting and thus thrombosis at the stent site, patients must take high doses of anticoagulant medications—often for the rest of their lives.

Researchers at the University of Vienna have developed fluorescent peptide tracers that can simultaneously visualize and activate the oxytocin receptor. This receptor—also known as the love/bonding hormone receptor—plays a key role in processes related to social behavior, health and disease.

A new technology to more accurately trace neuron shapes from microscopy images is outlined in research released by E11 Bio, a nonprofit Focused Research Organization based in Alameda, Calif. The aim is to significantly reduce the cost of one day obtaining the first connectomic maps of whole mouse and human brains. The new work is in collaboration with the Francis Crick Institute, MIT, and Max Planck Institute, and is published on the bioRxiv preprint server.

A new caffeine craze is brewing on social media—no kettle required. Caffeine pouches promise a fast, discreet hit of energy without the fuss of brewing coffee or cracking open an energy drink. But while they may look like a harmless pick-me-up, experts warn they carry real risks, especially for teenagers and people with underlying health conditions.

Immune cells called double negative T cells are abundant in the intestine but have been poorly understood till date. In a recent study, researchers from the Institute of Science Tokyo report that these cells actually have an indispensable role in suppressing intestinal inflammation. Through cutting-edge microscopy that allows live imaging, the movement and functioning of these cells were visualized for the first time, providing insights into conditions such as Crohn's disease.

Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a neurodevelopmental disorder that is estimated to be experienced by roughly 1 in 127 people worldwide. It is characterized by atypical patterns in brain development, which manifest in differences in communication, social interactions, behavior and responses to sensory information.

Think being single is easier? A new study suggests that marriage might give people a surprising boost in health and happiness.

Think being single is easier? A new study suggests that marriage might give people a surprising boost in health and happiness.

A new study led by Distinguished Professor Luisa N. Borrell found significant inequities in body mass index (BMI) among adults in Spain, driven by age, sex, immigration status, and education.

Agiliti has invested more than $35 million to develop a next-generation hospital bed, one that fits the needs of all kinds of patients and the health care workers taking care of them.

Scientists at the University of Liverpool have developed a new low-cost blood test that could make it easier to detect Alzheimer's disease at an earlier stage—helping patients receive treatment and support sooner.

The Trump administration is continuing its push to revise federal guidelines to delay the hepatitis B vaccine newborn dose for most children. This comes despite a failed attempt to do so at the most recent meeting of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices.

A new way to treat asthma symptoms and even repair previously irreversible lung damage could be on the horizon following the discovery of a potential new therapeutic target by scientists at the Universities of Aberdeen and Manchester.

The 2024 to 2025 influenza season had a high number of pediatric influenza-associated deaths, with a national rate of 3.8 deaths per 1 million children, according to research published in the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report.

A new study by investigators from Mass General Brigham shows that a non-drug, wearable device can help people with substance-use disorders (SUD) manage stress, reduce cravings, and lower their risk of relapse in real time. Their results are published in JAMA Psychiatry.