Soybean oil tied to obesity, neurological problems: Study
New UC Riverside research shows soybean oil not only leads to obesity and diabetes, but … more
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Acid reflux drugs may harm breast cancer survivors
Acid reflux drugs that are sometimes recommended to ease stomach problems during cancer treatment may … more
How citizen science impacts social change
How are “citizen scientists” addressing the world’s most complex environmental problems in the U.S. and Japan? That … more
Latest tech in clinical grafts? A ‘universal’ blood vessel
Yale doctors have developed a way to create vascular grafts from stem cells that are … more
Clearing the air (inside your car)
Did you know that your biggest daily exposure to air pollutants comes while driving your … more
UCSF: Single-Payer Systems Likely to Save Money in US
Lower Administrative and Drug Costs Would Be Main Drivers of Cost Savings A single-payer healthcare … more
Scientists breach brain barriers to attack tumors
The brain is a sort of fortress, equipped with barriers designed to keep out dangerous pathogens. But protection … more
Harmful effects of ageism on older persons’ health found in 45 countries
In the largest examination to date of the health consequences of ageism, or age-based bias, … more
Investigational drugs block bone loss in mice receiving chemotherapy
Bone loss that can lead to osteoporosis and fractures is a major problem for cancer … more
Mutations in donors’ stem cells may cause problems for cancer patients
A stem cell transplant — also called a bone marrow transplant — is a common … more
At gun safety events, 40% of gun owners reported not locking all household guns — even around kids
While waiting for free firearm storage devices at gun safety events held in sporting goods … more
