Scientists have discovered a strange structure inside our cells that helps to prevent cancer by ensuring genetic material is sorted…
Simple test predicts dangerous pregnancy disorder
Researchers have developed a simple, low-cost way to predict preeclampsia, a potentially deadly condition that kills 76,000 mothers and 500,000…
Treatment for common vision disorder does not improve children’s reading skills
Results from a clinical trial show that while vision therapy can successfully treat convergence insufficiency (CI) in children, it fails…
MRI may help doctors differentiate causes of memory loss
A new study finds that, with the use of MRI scans, it is possible to distinguish between memory loss caused…
Bacterial lifestyle alters the evolution of antibiotic resistance
How bacteria live – whether as independent cells or in a communal biofilm – determines the course of their evolution,…
Polymerized estrogen shown to protect nervous system cells
Medical researchers have demonstrated how estrogen — a natural hormone produced in the body — can be polymerized into a…
Choosing the best embryos
Struggling with infertility? You are not alone. Infertility affects one out of every six Canadian couples. Some resort to in…
Medical News Today: Common drugs may alter gut bacteria and increase health risks
Researchers have found evidence to suggest that many common prescription drugs can impact the gut microbiome, potentially increasing human health…
Black Scientists Held Back by Perceptions of Their Priorities
New research suggests “hard/lab science” is valued over “patient-focused science” in awarding research grants.
How to Break Out of the Children’s Menu Trap
A new book on children’s food offers suggestions on how to encourage healthful eating.