Medical Tech October 8 UC Santa Barbara develops new soft robotic system for emergency intubation procedures UC Santa Barbara researchers developed a soft robotic intubation system that achieved 100% success rates for experts and 96% for paramedics with minimal training.
Health October 8 Scientists may have discovered first gene therapy for incurable brain disease Researchers announce breakthrough results for AMT-130, the first disease-modifying treatment for Huntington's disease, with FDA approval application planned for early next year.
Health October 7 Researchers unveil surprising flu test that works before symptoms appear Scientists in Germany have created a novel flu detection method using an edible sensor that produces taste when the influenza virus is present in the mouth.
Health October 7 Air pollution may play a bigger role in cognitive decline than anyone realized Air pollution exposure could make Alzheimer's disease worse by speeding up brain changes that cause memory loss and impaired judgment, a Penn Medicine study finds.
MAHA October 6 New MAHA initiative around biomedical research is uniting the GOP with some unusual bed fellows In a striking alliance, MAHA’s latest health strategy pairs together unusual collaborators to support a federal initiative that phases out animal-based science experiments.
Health October 5 Hidden infection kills millions of children each year as doctors warn of overlooked symptoms Professor Elliot Long explains why sepsis in children is difficult to diagnose, with nearly 10% of cases missed in emergency rooms despite being treatable.
Nervous System Health October 3 Paralyzed man walks again after experimental drug trial triggers remarkable recovery A clinical trial of NVG-291 peptide drug demonstrates promising results for spinal cord injury patients, with participant Larry Williams regaining balance abilities.
VIDEO October 2 After paralyzing bike crash, man regains mobility with experimental drug Pennsylvania biker Larry Williams discusses his experience with the experimental NVG-291 trial, as the injection has helped him move more freely after his accident.
Health October 2 Prostate cancer patients see longer survival with new combination drug A UCLA study shows that a new treatment combining a radioactive drug with radiation therapy could help delay hormone therapy for men with recurring prostate cancer.
Health October 2 Weight-loss surgery pros and cons in the spotlight after singer's 'scary' experience Weight-loss experts explain why combining GLP-1 medications with bariatric surgery may be the most effective approach to treating obesity in 2025.
Health October 2 Risk of deadly cancer triples with hidden mouth bacteria, study finds Scientists link poor oral health to dramatically higher pancreatic cancer risk, emphasizing the importance of regular brushing and dental care for prevention.