Dr Aziza explains why napping could be a sign of a bigger issue BBC News

[ model illustrating that KDM6A interplays with HNF4A to control epigenetic changes at the lipoprotein and cholesterol metabolic gene loci. Credit: Nature Communications (2026). DOI: 10.1038/s41467-026-70846-w A new study from Karolinska Institutet shows that an enzyme in the liver may partly explain sex differences in the body’s handling of cholesterol …

Chris and Xand continue their conversation with physiotherapist and vestibular rehabilitation specialist, Maggie Stacey. BBC News

[ Razieh Chegeni, post-doctoral researcher at Promenta Research Center. Credit: Thor Broedreskift Many common mental health disorders, including depression and anxiety, are associated with a tendency to internalize problems or, in other words, to direct feelings inwards instead of expressing them and sharing them with others. Past studies suggest that …

[ Endothelial dysfunction is a hallmark of cardiovascular disease (CVD) and plays a central role in vascular inflammation, thrombosis, and impaired vasodilation. A study led by researchers from Miguel Hernández University of Elche (UMH) and the Alicante Institute for Health and Biomedical Research (ISABIAL) identifies high-intensity interval exercise (HIIE) as …

[ A rodent-borne illness is suspected of causing an outbreak aboard a cruise ship that has killed three people and sickened others. Source link

Nathan Benjamin-Smith, owner of Reformer Pilates Bicester in Oxfordshire, said: “From my perspective, it’s less about a shortage of instructors, and more about the rapid growth of the industry outpacing the availability of highly experienced, well-trained professionals. BBC News

[ Credit: Unsplash/CC0 Public Domain Mayo Clinic researchers have developed a blood-based method that may help detect germ cell tumors, the most common type of testicular cancer, including cases that do not show up on standard blood tests, according to a study published in Nature Communications. Testicular cancer most often …

[ Blood tests measuring the aging of certain white blood cells can predict cognitive and mood-related symptoms of depression, rather than physical symptoms. These findings, published in The Journals of Gerontology, Series A: Biological Sciences and Medical Sciences, bring researchers closer to identifying a biomarker for detecting the mood disorder, …

[ Credit: Unsplash/CC0 Public Domain Creatine, a compound often associated with gym-goers and athletes, has long been touted as a performance-enhancing supplement. But beyond the hype, what does science actually reveal about its effects on the body and mind? From its role in energy metabolism to its potential therapeutic applications, …

[ With no known cure for Parkinson’s disease, research suggests that exercise is one of the most effective ways to slow its progression. “Exercise may be more than just good for your general health, as it can actually help slow the progression of Parkinson’s by reducing the brain inflammation at …

[ Credit: Unsplash/CC0 Public Domain Low doses of the investigational medicinal product endoxifen reduce breast density to the same extent as the standard treatment tamoxifen, but without causing such troublesome side effects. This is shown by a new study from Karolinska Institutet published in the Journal of the National Cancer …

[ Credit: Laura James from Pexels Hospital nurses are often so busy that they have trouble finding time for a bathroom break. Over an eight- to 12-hour shift, they’re keeping tabs on multiple patients: checking their vital signs, administering medication, and chatting with family members who’ve come to visit. Occasionally, …

[ Melissa Rothstein, who recently completed her Ph.D. in behavioral science psychology, conducted a study on drinking and emotion in the HARP Lab, a simulated bar lab in Chafee Hall. Credit: University of Rhode Island While, historically, men in the United States have tended to drink more than women, that …

[ Principal component analysis (PCA) of gene expression profiles using the top 10 GLMQL-MAS selected genes from the Ebola training dataset. Panel (a) shows the distribution of control and RT-qPCR positive samples before applying GLMQL-MAS, based on all genes. Panel (b) shows the separation between the same groups after applying …

[ Credit: Unsplash/CC0 Public Domain Most parents are aware of the current advice to switch off all screens at least an hour before bed. However, a recent study reveals this may not be necessary for every child. The study, from Deakin’s Institute for Physical Activity and Nutrition in partnership with …

[ Immunotherapy has become a standard of care in treating high-risk, early-stage breast cancers, yet it has had limited success in shrinking tumors. New biomarkers that can improve outcomes for patients are urgently needed. Now, a study led by researchers at the Vanderbilt-Ingram Cancer Center has found that repeated blood …

[ Pancreatic cancer cells (blue) growing as a sphere encased in membranes (red). Credit: National Cancer Institute Scientists at The Wistar Institute and clinical researchers from ChristianaCare’s Helen F. Graham Cancer Center & Research Institute have discovered a vulnerability in pancreatic cancer that could be targeted as a potential therapy. …

[ Graphical abstract. Credit: Cell Reports Medicine (2026). DOI: 10.1016/j.xcrm.2026.102689 Shortness of breath, coughing, and respiratory infections. Childhood asthma, also known as asthmatic bronchitis, is one of the most common chronic diseases in children worldwide. But why does the disease develop? Research shows that conditions in the very early phase …

[ Mammalian meat allergy (MMA) is one of the few known food allergies caused by an environmental trigger—a tick bite. In simple terms, MMA results in an allergic reaction to red meat, making it difficult or sometimes even impossible for affected individuals to enjoy meat without experiencing adverse symptoms. Source …