Medicine & Healthcare

Why does dementia affect more women than men? To help solve this mystery, researchers uncovered a new risk factor: age of menopause onset.

Researchers discover that inflammation and aging contribute to non-viral liver cancer development. Green tea's role in reversing some of the pathway dysregulation that may contribute to the cancer development and other therapies explored.

Light conditions in the morning before waking up affect restfulness

New research in model mice suggests low-dose opioids may help improve social interactions in people with autism spectrum disorder.

Duke-NUS Medical School has appointed Professor Patrick Tan as its next and fourth Dean, effective 1 January 2026, marking a new chapter for the School as it builds on its legacy of medical education, research and innovation.

An Osaka Metropolitan University-led team report on the development of a highly selective isolation medium CT-PS-XR-MacConkey agar for efficient isolation of E. albertii.

The rising trend of high-risk colorectal neoplasia rates in people under 50 in Taiwan is prompting a policy of early colorectal cancer screening.

SS 705 provides a first-of-its-kind Singapore-developed assessment to test the effectiveness of antibacterial, antifungal and antiviral potency, as well as durability of surface disinfectants and coatings.

The presence of T cells with low-levels of Bach2 contributes to the worsening and/or prolongation of allergic dermatitis symptoms

The study conducted by Prof. Thai-Yen Ling at National Taiwan University underscores the potential of small extracellular vesicle (sEV) therapy and enhances the precision of acute liver failure treatment through the application of click chemistry.

The Ateneo Laboratory for Intelligent Visual Environments (ALIVE) found a way to identify tooth and sinus structures with an accuracy of 98.2%

Researchers develop innovative phospholipids that improve the functional delivery of mRNA via lipid nanoparticles, paving the way for advanced therapeutic applications.

The current capabilities of large language models already qualify them to advise students on medical ethics

A study shows apixaban lowers clot recurrence in dialysis patients post-thrombectomy, with minor bleeding risks.

Considerable positive results found in mice with skin condition induced by external factors

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Effective treatment of gastric cancer-bacterial infections begins with understanding differing clinical methods

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A self-assessment questionnaire has been developed to evaluate on-the-job training progress

SingHealth Duke-NUS Global Health Institute and Hanoi Medical University launch a new healthcare hub to drive innovation, education and research

Cerebellar rhythm loss due to climbing fiber regression is a shared pathophysiology of motor deficits across cerebellar ataxias.

Researchers from Osaka University found that plasma cells expressing high levels of the protein integrin β7 and the transcription factor KLF2 tend to leave immune tissues and migrate to the bone marrow. There, they become long-lived plasma cells that help create durable antibody responses, which are key to vaccine effectiveness.

Researchers from Osaka University analyzed the clinical dental records of a large group of patients with hypophosphatasia (a skeletal disease) to identify its common oral symptoms. Their findings, including early tooth loss, poor oral habits, and disordered swallowing, may help early diagnosis of hypophosphatasia, thereby improving patient treatment and quality of life.

Hyperspectral imaging and AI can identify individuals using blood vessels in palms

Concurrent steatotic liver disease (SLD) is prevalent among patients with chronic hepatitis B (CHB); however, the effects of the associated cardiometabolic risk factors on all-cause and cause-specific mortality remain unknown. This study demonstrated that cumulative metabolic burden dose- dependently increased the risks of all-cause, liver-related, and cardiovascular mortality in patients with CHB and SLD. Moreover, new-onset diabetes mellitus, hypertension, and weight gain during the follow-up period further exacerbated these risks. However, patients with SLD had a lower risk of mortality than those without SLD. Thus, routine screening and monitoring of metabolic dysfunctions constitute a key element of daily care for patients with CHB.

Researchers at Tohoku University have found one more reason to quit smoking: the inhalation of first-hand and/or second-hand smoke may lead to placental abruption in pregnant mothers.

Cryo-electron microscopy reveals molecular structure of twin motors that power mycoplasma’s ability to glide

Researchers from the Institute of Industrial Science, The University of Tokyo, have found a surprisingly simple way of understanding social-distancing behavior during an epidemic.

This study questions recent claims about the rapid effectiveness of psychedelic drugs for treating depression. Among all psychedelics, only high-dose psilocybin showed greater effectiveness than the placebo in antidepressant trials and outperformed escitalopram.

Glaucoma is called the “silent thief of sight” as many don’t notice until significant, irreversible vision loss has already occurred. A revolutionary early screening tool using AI may stop this thief dead in its tracks.