Sharks are fascinating creatures. They have been around for millions of years. But we still know very little about them. A group of scientists has been studying sharks for over 50 years. They work out of a research center in Virginia. Their goal is to learn more about these mysterious predators. Th
Cancer survivors in the US have a big role in clinical trials. These trials help at every step of cancer care, even after treatment. But how much do survivors know about them? A recent study looked at data from two big sources. One is the Health Information National Trends Survey (HINTS). The other
Muscle injuries often leave people wondering whether to rest or engage in rehabilitative activities. While activity can speed up recovery, it can also cause further damage if done too soon. Scientists have been exploring ways to enhance muscle healing, and one promising method is mitochondria transp
China is set to bring back a ban on Japanese seafood imports. This is not new. It happened before in 2023. Back then, it was because of worries about water from the Fukushima nuclear plant. The ban was lifted last year. But now, it is coming back. Why? Because of a fight between China and Japan. Th
Drinking orange juice every day might do more than just quench your thirst. A recent study suggests it could tweak how certain genes work, especially those related to heart health and metabolism. But before you rush to the fridge, let's break down what this really means. Researchers gathered 20 hea
Leaders who care about others aren't just nice—they're smart. Science shows that when bosses focus on helping people, everyone wins. This isn't about forced kindness. It's about real actions that make work better for everyone. Leaders who act this way do things like listen well, treat people fairly
AI chatbots are becoming popular for giving health advice. But how good are they really? A recent study looked at four big AI models: DeepSeek-R1, ChatGPT-4. 0, Copilot, and Gemini-2. 0. These models can answer questions about health, but they haven't been tested much in rheumatology, the study of c
In the world of medicine, tiny tools are making a huge difference. Scientists are using super-small technologies to fight diseases and deliver medicines in smarter ways. These tiny tools, called nanotechnology, are like tiny robots that can target specific parts of the body. This means medicines can
Our brains are like sneaky editors. They don't just show us what's out there. They tweak it, sometimes without us even knowing. Ever seen something out of the corner of your eye and then questioned if it was really there? You're not alone. Scientists have been trying to figure out how much our brai
Cancer is a tricky puzzle. Scientists have been using a special tool called the Reactome Graph Database to understand it better. This tool helps them see how different genes work together in the body. They looked at 862 genes that cause cancer and 324 genes that cause other diseases but often show u
