The “widowhood effect”—the tendency for married people to die in close succession—is accelerated when spouses don’t know each other’s friends well, new Cornell University sociology…
Decoding the mechanism behind MCL-1 inhibitors: A pathway to understanding MCL-1 protein stability
A new editorial paper titled “Decoding the mechanism behind MCL-1 inhibitors: A pathway to understanding MCL-1 protein stability” has been published in Oncotarget. The successful…
Once-weekly icodec superior for reduction in HbA1c
For patients with insulin-naive type 2 diabetes, once-weekly icodec is superior for reduction in hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c), according to a study published online June 24…
SickKids researchers discover new way to attack treatment-resistant TB infections
In the face of growing antibiotic resistance among bacterial infections, scientists at The Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids) have delved into the molecular science behind…
Newly discovered cells could be responsible for atherosclerosis complications
A new type of macrophage recently identified in atherosclerotic lesions could provide a missing link in understanding the inflammatory origins of the common yet fatal…
9 Tips to Get the Most Out of Walks with Your Dog!
Taking your dog on a walk every day isn’t just important for them to go to the bathroom, it also has numerous health benefits for…
Schools swapping out smoke detectors to stop vapes setting off alarms
Schools are having to swap out smoke detectors for heat sensors to stop vaping kids setting off alarms during lessons, headteachers say Teachers forced to…
Estimated 350,000 people in UK have eye condition that can cause vision loss
Cause of Glaucoma explained Specsavers has revealed there have been more than 30,000 referrals for glaucoma in the past year for Britons aged between 40…
Debate sizzles as meat eating hits new low in Germany
Florian Busmann used to enjoy sausages and steak on the barbecue in summer, but these days he prefers meat substitutes and grilled vegetables like aubergines…
Reading for pleasure early in childhood linked to better cognitive performance and mental well-being in adolescence
Children who begin reading for pleasure early in life tend to perform better at cognitive tests and have better mental health when they enter adolescence,…