Alcohol consumption carries significant health risks and no benefits for young people, study finds
The analysis suggests that for young adults ages 15-39, there are no health benefits to drinking alcohol, only health risks.
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Joseph Shavit
- Jul 11
Cancer trial results in 100% remission in every patient
The rectal cancer disappeared after immunotherapy — without the need for the standard treatments of radiation, surgery, or chemotherapy.
Joshua Shavit
- Jul 1
Harvard researchers discover how the brain controls symptoms of sickness
What most people don’t know is that it’s actually the brain behind why you feel sick. It’s a result of the immune system kicking into gear.
Joseph Shavit
- Jun 28
Scientists use exploding "micro-bubbles" and ultrasound to kill cancer cells
An international research team developed a noninvasive technology platform for gene delivery into breast cancer cells.
Joseph Shavit
- Jun 21
Cholesterol-lowering drugs slow down cancer, study finds
Understanding the molecular mechanisms of cancer cell metastasis is a key piece of the puzzle in the fight against cancer.
Joseph Shavit
- Jun 17
Innovative ink coating can power wearable devices via heat
Researchers at KTH report that they are closing in on a way to replace batteries for wearables and low-power applications in the IoT.
Joseph Shavit
- Jun 17
Hibernation naturally stops your body from aging
What if you were told there was a completely natural way to stop your body from aging? However, you’d have to hibernate from Sept. to May.
Joseph Shavit
- Jun 17
Cause of the Black Death finally identified
Black Plague spread across Europe, the Middle East and northern Africa claiming up to 60% of the population in a large-scale outbreak.
Joseph Shavit
- Jun 16
How is blood formed? New research completely upends our past understanding
Using cellular “barcoding” in mice, a groundbreaking study finds that blood cells originate not from one type of mother cell, but two.
Joseph Shavit
- Jun 16
Revolutionary one-hour procedure can cure prostate cancer
Doctors in the UK hope that thousands of men with prostate cancer could be cured through an innovative hour-long operation.
Joseph Shavit
- Jun 16
Why do cats lick and chew catnip and act so crazy afterwards?
Damaged catnip emitted 20-fold more total iridoids compared to intact leaves. In contrast, silver vine leaf damage did not alter iridoids.
Joseph Shavit
- Jun 15
Scientists identify protein that can reverse muscle aging
Researchers have shown that a protein named for the mythical land of youth in Irish folklore is effective at reversing aging in muscle cells
Joseph Shavit
- Jun 14
Revolutionary new drug treats cataracts without the need for surgery
A revolutionary new treatment for cataracts has shown extremely positive results in laboratory tests, giving hope to millions worldwide.
Joseph Shavit
- Jun 14
Want to Live Longer? Find Out if You Snore
TAU researchers found that women aged 55 and over who snore are at increased risk for sleep apnea, which can be fatal.
Joseph Shavit
- Jun 14
Researchers successfully treat type 1 diabetes with pancreatic beta-cells
Researchers have successfully treated type 1 diabetes in mice using pancreatic beta-cell, target-specific, chimeric antigen-receptor (CAR).
Joseph Shavit
- Jun 13
MicroRNA can regrow 90% of lost hair, new study finds
MicroRNA plays an important role in regulating the pathway involved in hair follicle regeneration as a hair loss treatment.
Joseph Shavit
- Jun 11
Yale researchers develop pill that prevents type 1 diabetes
A new oral medication treats diabetes and controls insulin levels while simultaneously reversing the inflammatory effects of the disease.
Joseph Shavit
- Jun 11
What is Monkeypox -- how do you get and prevent it?
Monkeypox is a rare infection caused by a virus that circulates in some animals in forested areas of Central and West Africa.
Joseph Shavit
- Jun 9
Traditional native Indian medicine found effective in treatment of type 2 diabetes
Ayurveda is a traditional medical system that has been used for thousands of years in many South Asian countries such as India and Nepal.
Joseph Shavit
- Jun 8
The amazing connection between diet, eye health and lifespan
Researchers have demonstrated for the first time a link between diet, circadian rhythms, eye health and lifespan in Drosophila.