Health – Science & research news

Penis microbiota predicts if a man’s female partner will develop bacterial vaginosis

August 4, 2020

By Lucie Sammicheli, science writer Penile microbiome composition can vary; however, the presence of some bacterial vaginosis-related bacteria correlates with bacterial [...]

Studying COVID-19’s envelope protein

July 27, 2020

By Carolyn E. Unck | KAUST Discovery A likeness between genes of the SARS and COVID-19 viruses could inform research into potential treatments Understanding any similarities [...]

Pulse Pressure: A game changer in the fight against dementia

June 24, 2020

Reducing high pulse pressure could be a promising new prevention for dementia: Frontiers in Neuroscience [...]

Scientists predict the best strategy for lifting COVID-19 lockdown

June 10, 2020

Model shows that ending lockdown in two steps is optimal, while suddenly releasing everyone is a high-risk strategy: Frontiers in Public Health [...]

France has won the R-number battle, but the COVID war rages on

June 5, 2020

Lockdown succeeded in reducing transmission, but existing cases and lack of herd immunity means the risk of a second wave is high: Frontiers in Medicine [...]

From immunopathogenesis to therapeutic interventions: A roadmap for treatment of COVID-19

May 29, 2020

Study outlines key factors underlying COVID-19 progression and proposes a range of drug treatments: Frontiers in Immunology [...]

Fatal cases of Covid-19 deepen our understanding of disease progression

May 25, 2020

Mortality risk factors include old age, underlying health conditions, and bacterial and respiratory co-infections: Frontiers in Medicine [...]

Treatment with interferon-α2b speeds up recovery of COVID-19 patients in exploratory study

May 15, 2020

IFN-α2b was shown to improve virus clearance and decrease levels of inflammatory markers: Frontiers in Immunology [...]

How COVID-19 kills

May 13, 2020

New study explains the mechanisms, symptoms, and diagnosis of the new coronavirus: Frontiers in Public Health [...]

Coronavirus infection in children – it may not start with a cough

May 12, 2020

Gastrointestinal symptoms, coupled with a fever or history of exposure to COVID-19, could indicate coronavirus infection in children: Frontiers in Pediatrics [...]

New antigen test for detecting COVID-19 could help triage patients during the pandemic

May 8, 2020

Test can identify an infected person in 15 minutes at point-of-care sites that lack facilities or time for sophisticated testing: Frontiers in Medicine [...]

Early government intervention is key to reducing the spread of COVID-19

May 6, 2020

Preventive measures in Hunan limited the spread of the novel coronavirus compared to the epidemic in Italy: Frontiers in Medicine [...]

Cytokine storms and T cell counts may offer clues on how to treat COVID-19

May 1, 2020

Inflammatory response can cause T cells to become depleted, leaving patients prone to secondary infection: Frontiers in Immunology [...]

Cardiovascular impairment in COVID-19

April 30, 2020

Patients can be at risk of cardiovascular impairment and should be given proven treatments to aid survival and recovery: Frontiers in Cardiovascular Medicine [...]

COVID-19 study shows that men have over double the death rate of women

April 29, 2020

Study of gender differences finds that men have more severe disease and are over twice as likely to die: Frontiers in Public Health [...]

The most promising strategies for defeating coronavirus: a review study

April 24, 2020

Experts review possible approaches from antivirals to gene therapy against the virus responsible for COVID-19: Frontiers in Microbiology [...]

Premature birth linked to the mother’s vaginal microbiome

April 8, 2020

An analysis of vaginal bacteria could help identify those at risk of giving birth prematurely: Frontiers in Microbiology [...]

Frontiers in Pediatrics becomes official partner for the European Academy of Pediatrics

April 2, 2020

The partnership reinforces the two organizations’ mutual desire to promote research in pediatrics and to facilitate its free and unrestricted dissemination to the widest possible audience. [...]

Chinese case study suggests COVID-19 is not transmitted from pregnant mothers to newborns

March 16, 2020

Four babies born in Wuhan, the epicenter of the novel coronavirus, did not show signs of infection: Frontiers in Pediatrics [...]

The keto diet can lead to flu-like symptoms during the first few weeks

March 13, 2020

Study of 43 online forums revealed symptoms, severity and time associated with the low-carb, high-fat diet: Frontiers in Nutrition [...]

Researchers study role culture plays in feeling sick

March 3, 2020

A person's cultural values may shape their views and actions on "socially appropriate sickness": Frontiers in Behavioral Neuroscience [...]

Ethnobotanical medicine is effective against the bacterium causing Lyme disease

February 21, 2020

A preclinical study in test tubes showed that selected plant-based herbal medicines, especially Ghanaian quinine and Japanese knotweed, work better than antibiotics: Frontiers in Medicine [...]

Tourists pose continued risks for disease transmission to endangered mountain gorillas

February 14, 2020

Gorillas are susceptible to human diseases, with respiratory infections causing up to 20% of sudden deaths: Frontiers in Public Health [...]

Seeing blue after the little blue pill: visual disturbances in sildenafil users

February 7, 2020

Some men taking the highest recommended dose of sildenafil reported blurred vision, light sensitivity and color issues: Frontiers in Neurology [...]

Nanoparticles produced from burning coal result in damage to mice lungs

February 6, 2020

Highly toxic titanium oxide found in coal smog can cause lung damage in mice after a single exposure: Frontiers in Immunology [...]

Be wary of online probiotic health-benefit claims

January 15, 2020

Most probiotic information online originates from unreliable sources: Frontiers in Medicine [...]

Baby’s first breath: a new method for helping preemies to breathe

December 12, 2019

Two joint papers demonstrate that administering oxygen can help premature babies breathe independently sooner: Frontiers in Pediatrics [...]

How a Manuka honey ‘sandwich’ could be the key to fighting infections

December 4, 2019

Using small amounts of Manuka honey between layers of surgical mesh acts as a natural antibiotic. [...]

MS linked to variant of common herpes virus through new method

December 3, 2019

A certain herpes variant may have a role in the development of multiple sclerosis: Frontiers in Immunology [...]

Access to food and nutrition more limited in sub-Saharan Africa than previously estimated

November 25, 2019

Chronic and hidden hunger affect nearly half of rural households in sub-Saharan Africa: Frontiers in Sustainable Food Systems [...]

Where the Sun doesn’t shine? Skin UV exposure reflected in poop

October 24, 2019

Exposure of the skin to UVB light alters the mix of bacteria found in the gut, possibly via vitamin D; Frontiers in Microbiology [...]

An innovative new diagnostic for Lyme disease

October 18, 2019

Lyme disease is one of medicine's great mimics, and notoriously difficult to diagnose. A new study has uncovered six potential biomarkers for accurate and early identification; Frontiers in Cellular and Infection Microbiology [...]

High salt reduces tumor growth by tackling immune cells

October 14, 2019

A high salt diet inhibited tumor growth in two independent mouse models; Frontiers in Immunology [...]

Bacteria injections help the immune system fight cancer

September 23, 2019

After decades of mouse studies, bacterial immunotherapy looks set for a return to oncology clinics; Frontiers in Oncology [...]

Researchers identify cancer killing capability of lesser-known immune cells

September 12, 2019

Linked with obesity, esophageal cancer is one of the fastest growing cancers in the Western world. Image: Shutterstock. Finding new ways to reverse the inhibition of [...]

The vagina monocultures

September 11, 2019

Johns Hopkins team develops donor screening for vaginal microbiota transplantation; Frontiers in Cellular and Infection Microbiology [...]

The mind-muscle connection: for aesthetes, not athletes?

August 9, 2019

Focusing on movement instead of muscle can enhance weightlifting performance, suggests research; Frontiers in Sports and Active Living [...]

Common food additive found to affect gut microbiota

August 7, 2019

Experts call for better regulation of a common additive in foods and medicine, as research reveals it can impact the gut microbiota and contribute to inflammation in the colon; Frontiers in Nutrition [...]

Online information on how to boost immunity based on commercially biased sources

August 6, 2019

Just 12% of search engine results for "boost immunity" mentioned vaccines, the most proven and effective method of boosting immunity; Frontiers in Medicine [...]

An apple carries about 100 million bacteria. Good luck washing them off.

July 24, 2019

Most microbes are inside the apple – but the strains depend on which bits you eat, and whether you go organic; Frontiers in Microbiology [...]

Are the ‘viral’ agents of MS, ALS and schizophrenia buried in our genome?

July 23, 2019

An estimated 8% of our DNA comes from viruses. Image: Shutterstock. Viruses hid themselves in your ancestors’ DNA. Now they’re waking up. — by Matthew Prior, [...]

Red wine’s resveratrol could help Mars explorers stay strong

July 18, 2019

Nutraceuticals that preserve muscle in reduced gravity will support long-term space missions; Frontiers in Physiology [...]

Meet the six-legged superfoods: grasshoppers top insect antioxidant-rich list

July 15, 2019

Grasshoppers and silkworms have antioxidant capacity similar to fresh orange juice, says study; Frontiers in Nutrition [...]

Zero-calorie sweeteners on trial again

June 26, 2019

Exposure to sucralose and acesulfame-K in the womb and via breastmilk leads to altered intestinal flora and liver toxicity in mouse pups; Frontiers in Microbiology [...]

Brain changes linked with Alzheimer’s years before symptoms appear

June 23, 2019

Brain imaging and spinal fluid analysis could help to guide the use of future preventive treatments for Alzheimer's; Frontiers in Aging Neuroscience [...]

The app teaching anorexics to eat again

June 13, 2019

More patients with anorexia go into long-term remission by re-learning how to eat, than through CBT or drugs; Frontiers in Neuroscience [...]

The bacteria building your baby

June 5, 2019

Exposure to influential bacteria begins before we are born, new evidence confirms; Frontiers in Microbiology [...]

Changes to immune genes link paternal smoking with childhood asthma

May 31, 2019

Children exposed to paternal tobacco smoking before birth are more likely to develop asthma – and associated changes to immune genes predict the level of risk [...]

Vitamin D study sheds light on immune system effects

May 28, 2019

Researchers find vitamin D causes dendritic cells to produce more of a molecule called CD31 on their surface, which hinders activation of T cells; Frontiers in Immunology [...]

Germ-fighting catheter coating may help prevent infections

April 24, 2019

For the first time researchers have incorporated auranofin -- an antibiotic with low resistance potential -- into a coating for intravascular catheters; Frontiers in Cellular and Infection Microbiology [...]