HEALTH
Involved Fathers Help Children Have Better Social And Motor Skills
The study from Japan also showed that when fathers were more involved, mothers experienced less parental stress.
Weathering Makes Microplastics Even More Toxic
Microplastics that have undergone natural weathering acted as harmful neurotoxins in mice, shows a study from South Korea.
How Childhood Trauma Causes Mental Health Disorders In Adult Life
Twin experiments by researchers in South Korea reveal the mechanism underlying adverse effects of stress hormones on a child’s brain.
How COVID-19 Puts Maternal and Fetal Health At Risk
The study explains underlying molecular changes that occur in placenta during COVID-19 infection, and urges pregnant women with COVID-19 symptoms to get tested.
A Sweet Solution For Better Chemotherapy
Mannose, a fruit sugar toxic to honeybees, can improve the efficacy of chemotherapy, shows a study from Japan.
Alcohol Abuse Linked To More Diseases
A total of 61 diseases are now associated with alcohol abuse, reveals a new study by researchers in China and the UK.
This New Antibody Drug Could Slow Down Cancer
PRL3-zumab, an antibody drug targeting a protein in cancer cells, has shown safety and efficacy in clinical trials.
Human ‘Blood Microbiome’ Disproved
In the most comprehensive study to date, Singaporean researchers have debunked the existence of a shared microbial community in healthy human blood. The breakthrough offers a vital baseline to prevent transfusion-related sepsis.
Trapping Toxins to Prevent Sepsis
Researchers from Singapore have developed synthetic nanonets, which catch bacterial toxins and pro-inflammatory cytokine molecules, offering potential breakthroughs in sepsis treatment.
Population Immunity Shapes Evolution Of The Dengue Virus
The study from India shows why it would be beneficial to develop dengue vaccines locally to counter regional strains.
