The World’s Rarest Blood: Understanding Rh Null Blood transfusions remain one of medicine’s most critical life-saving procedures. Yet, for the extremely small group of people born with Rh null blood, the process is not only complicated but potentially impossible. Only around 50 people in the entire world are known to
New Oral Treatment Promises Major Advances in Heart Health A new experimental oral cholesterol-lowering pill designed to lower cholesterol could change how millions manage their heart health. The investigational medication, called enlicitide, has shown remarkable results in a late-stage clinical trial. Adults who combined enlicitide with their regular statin treatment
Surgeons Achieve the First-Ever Robotic Stroke Surgery Across the Atlantic In a groundbreaking medical milestone, a team of neurosurgeons from the University of Dundee and Florida successfully performed the world’s first robotic stroke surgery on a human cadaver. The procedure demonstrated how remote thrombectomy—removal of blood clots that cause strokes—could
A Breakthrough in Neonatal Brain Monitoring Technology At just three weeks old, baby Theo became part of a groundbreaking trial at the Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. A small, cap-like device with hexagonal sensor modules was placed on his head. This innovative device uses both high-density diffuse optical tomography
Headaches are a near-universal experience, capable of delivering pain that ranges from dull throbbing to sharp stabbing, and can last anywhere from minutes to days. The pain sometimes spreads beyond the head to affect the scalp, face, or neck. While the experience can be intense and concerning—as described by Dr.
The concept of gut health has moved from a niche topic to a mainstream obsession. Social media feeds and supermarket aisles are saturated with products claiming to improve your digestive system. This focus is driven by the growing scientific consensus that the microbiome—the trillions of tiny organisms thriving in our
A deadly and worsening Listeria outbreak connected to prepared pasta meals sold at grocery chains across the nation has resulted in significant casualties, with federal health officials confirming six deaths and 25 hospitalizations among the 27 reported illnesses. The Listeria outbreak precooked pasta recall has been particularly tragic, with one
Every individual possesses a distinct and complex scent profile, akin to a biological fingerprint. This is constantly being shaped by a vast array of factors. According to Craig Roberts, a professor of social psychology at the University of Stirling in Scotland, our personal aroma is profoundly influenced by everything from
The safety of aluminum adjuvants—compounds containing small amounts of aluminum salts used in many important vaccines, including shots for diphtheria, tetanus, hepatitis, and the flu—has been thrust into the national spotlight following a decision by the US administration to launch a working group review. This special group, operating under the
FDA Accelerates Biosimilar Approvals to Lower Prescription Costs The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has introduced a new framework designed to simplify and speed up the approval process for biosimilar drugs — generic versions of complex biological medicines used to treat conditions such as cancer, autoimmune disorders, and rare
US President Donald Trump has moved to intensify economic pressure on Iran by signing an executive order that threatens additional tariffs on countries that continue commercial ties with Tehran. The measure authorizes penalties on goods entering the United States from any nation deemed to be trading directly or indirectly with
Bad Bunny is preparing for one of the most consequential performances of his career as he steps onto the Super Bowl halftime stage, carrying not only the weight of global stardom but also the responsibility of representing Puerto Rican culture and Latino identity before an audience that regularly surpasses 115
Big Tech shares have come under intense pressure after renewed concerns that aggressive artificial intelligence spending could be outpacing near-term returns. Over the past week, more than $1 trillion in market value has been erased as investors reacted to earnings reports that highlighted the scale and persistence of capital expenditures