Systematic survey of human SARS-CoV-2 monoclonal antibodies
Since the beginning of the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic, scientists have focussed on the immune response to severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) infection and vaccination. Understanding public responses to particular antigens are critical for uncovering the molecular…
Read More‘Top’ Surgery for Trans Youth: Advance or Dangerous Medicine?
Is the gender-affirmative treatment approach an example of “medicine continuing on its progressive march of improving human life” or “a manifestation of dangerous medicine that…will cause more harm than benefit to vulnerable youths?” wonders an Australian psychiatrist in a newly…
Read MoreDrew Barrymore Says She Doesn't Relate to 'People Who Glide Through Life Or Parenting'
As a busy mom juggling both her decades-long career in Hollywood and as a parent to her two daughters — Olive, 9, and Frankie, 7, Drew Barrymore is getting real about why she’s not about that ‘looks perfect on Instagram’…
Read MoreFinding could improve in vitro fertilization success rate and lead to non-hormonal, user-friendly contraception
Being able to recapitulate in a dish what human embryos normally do hidden within the womb opens avenues for improving In Vitro Fertilization (IVF) procedures and developing better contraceptives. Hormonal contraceptives have long been used and work for many women….
Read MoreOmicron coronavirus variant found in multiple US states
The omicron variant of COVID-19, which had been undetected in the U.S. before the middle of this week, had been discovered in at least five states by the end of Thursday, showing yet again how mutations of the virus can…
Read MoreAn overview of the effectiveness of anti-aging diets
A small team of researchers from the University of Washington and one with the Pennington Biomedical Research Center, has conducted a review of research conducted regarding the effectiveness of anti-aging diets and has found little to suggest they work. In…
Read MoreSave 49% on this Marcy rowing machine with this great Black Friday deal
Now is the perfect time to make your home gym complete with this Marcy rowing machine Black Friday deal. The Marcy Foldable Turbine Rowing Machine Rower is now available for $303.20 on Amazon. This brings a massive 49% off the…
Read MoreRapid COVID-19 Tests Will Soon Be Covered by Insurance
Editor’s note: Find the latest COVID-19 news and guidance in Medscape’s Coronavirus Resource Center. Private insurers will soon be required to reimburse people enrolled in their plans for the cost of at-home, rapid COVID-19 tests, and mask mandates will be…
Read MoreCrohn’s disease: Two chronic symptoms warning you may have the painful condition
Powerlifter battling Crohn's disease wins personal victory We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you’ve consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You…
Read MoreZero-COVID policies reemerge, with cruel inherent biases
The omicron variant has revived nations’ consideration of “zero-COVID” policies and travel bans—public health measures, that outside of China, had been largely abandoned for their futility. Trying to halt the COVID-19 at national borders is not only impractical, but also…
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