We will not be able to put the COVID-19 pandemic behind us until the world’s population is mostly immune through vaccination or previous exposure to the disease. A truly global vaccination campaign, however, would look very different from what we…
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Report shows alcohol consumption linked to portion of cancer incidence and mortality
A new study finds that alcohol consumption accounts for a considerable portion of cancer incidence and mortality in all 50 states and the District of Columbia. The article, which appears in Cancer Epidemiology, states that the proportion of cancer cases…
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This Guy Tried the ‘Potato Diet’ for a Week and Lost 6 Pounds
Consider the humble potato. Long a dietary staple, in recent years its had its ups and downs, leading to general confusion over whether it’s really healthy. Short answer: yes, if you’re eating potatoes, not french fries and chips, which helps…
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Artificial intelligence tool for reading MRI scans could transform prostate cancer surgery and treatment
Researchers at the Center for Computational Imaging and Personalized Diagnostics (CCIPD) at Case Western Reserve University have preliminarily validated an artificial intelligence (AI) tool to predict how likely the disease is to recur following surgical treatment for prostate cancer. The…
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Sharpening clinical imaging with AI and currently approved contrast dyes
A new method for analyzing deep-tissue medical images utilizes artificial neural networks to decrease background noise, giving medical practitioners a clearer, sharper image of deep tissues than currently available. Near-infrared (NIR) fluorescence imaging is a tool used to visualize vascular structures…
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Scientists develop method to more efficiently isolate and identify rare T cells
Scientists from the Eli and Edythe Broad Center of Regenerative Medicine and Stem Cell Research at UCLA have developed a technique that will enable researchers to more efficiently isolate and identify rare T cells that are capable of targeting viruses,…
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New treatment allows some people with spinal cord injury to regain hand and arm function
Almost 18,000 Americans experience traumatic spinal cord injuries every year. Many of these people are unable to use their hands and arms and can’t do everyday tasks such as eating, grooming or drinking water without help. Using physical therapy combined…
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What is surgical smoke and what can be done about it?
If you’ve ever been in an operating room where tools are used to simultaneously cut and cauterize human flesh, you know what surgical smoke is. The heat generated by these surgical tools produces vapors made up of aerosolized chemicals and…
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Diet and lifestyle guidelines can greatly reduce gastroesophageal reflux disease symptoms
Findings from the Nurses’ Health Study, one of the longest running studies of women’s health, show that five diet and lifestyle factors, including regular exercise, can make a significant impact on gastroesophageal reflux (GERD) or heartburn symptoms. GERD is a…
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Emma Roberts and More Pregnant Stars' Gorgeous Maternity Shoots
A moment in time! Emma Roberts, Gigi Hadid and more pregnant celebrities have documented their baby bump progress with stunning maternity shoots. The Unfabulous alum was Cosmopolitan’s first pregnant cover star in November 2020, one month ahead of her and…
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