In a collaborative study, scientists are working to create immunity for pandemic diseases and others. HIGHLIGHTS: Bats exhibit a remarkable ability to host coronaviruses without showing symptoms, indicating a unique level of immunity. More so, this insight could guide the development of strategies to combat diseases like COVID by understanding how bats manage viral infections … Read more
In a new study, scientists have discovered a unique kind of diet that improves heart efficiency. HIGHLIGHTS: Scientists at Stanford Medicine conducted a study focusing on how a vegan diet affects heart health, using identical twins for a unique perspective. The study revealed that a vegan diet, which includes plant-based foods like fruits, veggies, grains, … Read more
In a new study, scientists warn against this drug combination practice being carried out by some physicians. HIGHLIGHTS: This study sheds light on potential issues when guys use both erectile dysfunction (ED) pills and chest pain medications, specifically honing in on the phosphodiesterase type 5 inhibitors (PDE5i) present in ED drugs like Viagra. While PDE5i … Read more
Scientists have discovered a novel way to defeat acne from within the body. HIGHLIGHTS: Scientists have transformed a common skin bacterium, Cutibacterium acnes into a powerful tool against acne using genetic engineering. The edited bacterium produces the NGAL protein, use in acne treatment. This protein reduces sebum production by causing skin cells (sebocytes) to stop … Read more
A new study have revealed what most sleep-deprived people didn’t know about caffeine. HIGHLIGHTS: The study explores how caffeine affects our brains and attention, revealing that a little caffeine can help you stay alert when tired, but regular high consumption might make it difficult to pay attention and even change how the brain works. Researchers … Read more