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Comparative assessment of DCA Vantage and Atellica DCA HbA1c Dx assays

Discover how the DCA Vantage and Atellica DCA HbA1c Dx assays measure up against the European reference laboratory method.

From Siemens Healthineers 14 Aug 2025

What Is the Planetary Health Diet and Why It Matters

Discover how the planetary health diet can transform both your health and the planet by combining science-backed nutrition with sustainable food choices.

12 Aug 2025

Preventing SIDS: Evidence-Based Guidelines for Infant Sleep Safety

Evidence-based safe sleep practices like back sleeping, room-sharing without bed-sharing, and clutter-free sleep environments can significantly reduce the risk of SIDS and other sleep-related infant deaths. Public health initiatives and culturally sensitive education aim to close safety gaps and save infant lives.

10 Aug 2025

Spanish Lime: Nutritional Profile, Benefits, and Uses

Melicoccus bijugatus (Spanish lime) is a tropical fruit with notable cultural value, rich in minerals and bioactive compounds. Research highlights its potential for cardioprotective, antioxidant, and antimicrobial benefits.

8 Aug 2025

Raspberry Leaf Tea In Pregnancy: Safety, Benefits, and Research Insights

Raspberry leaf tea has a long history in traditional medicine for supporting pregnancy and reproductive health, with modern research exploring its phytochemicals and potential benefits. While generally considered safe in later pregnancy, more robust clinical trials are needed to confirm its effects.

7 Aug 2025

What Is Speech-Language Pathology?

Explore the science, breakthroughs, and real-world impact of modern speech-language pathology, where technology, brain research, and compassionate care meet.

4 Aug 2025

Vibrio Vulnificus: The “Flesh-Eating” Bacteria Behind Coastal Infections

Vibrio vulnificus is an opportunistic marine pathogen that can cause severe, sometimes fatal, infections in humans, especially among those with underlying health conditions. Climate change, global seafood trade, and increased coastal activities are expanding the pathogen’s reach and public health impact worldwide.

4 Aug 2025

Oregano vs Thyme: Which Herb Offers Stronger Antioxidant and Health Effects?

Oregano and thyme are rich in bioactive compounds with strong antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and antimicrobial properties, but most of their health benefits are supported mainly by laboratory and animal studies. More high-quality human research is needed to confirm their full clinical potential.

3 Aug 2025

Jamestown Canyon Virus: An Emerging Arboviral Threat in Temperate Climates

Climate change is fueling the northward spread of Jamestown Canyon virus, making timely diagnosis and effective mosquito control more important than ever. Public health faces new hurdles as this underrecognized arbovirus gains ground in temperate regions.

3 Aug 2025

Aluminum in Vaccines: Mechanisms, Myths, and Safety Data

This article explains how aluminum adjuvants work in vaccines, their proven safety record, and addresses common myths and scientific findings. It also highlights new developments in vaccine adjuvant technology and the ongoing need for rigorous monitoring.

3 Aug 2025

Why Is Plague Still a Threat? Historical Lessons and Future Preparedness

Plague continues to pose a public health risk due to its persistent animal reservoirs and potential for sudden outbreaks. Ongoing vigilance, rapid diagnostics, and updated prevention strategies are critical to containing this ancient but re-emerging threat.

31 Jul 2025

Do Collagen Supplements Work? Science-Backed Benefits for Skin, Joints, and Muscles

This article examines how oral collagen supplements affect skin, joint, and muscle health by reviewing the latest clinical research. It also discusses the mechanisms, sources, safety, and limitations of collagen supplementation.

30 Jul 2025

L-Theanine Benefits: Does This Green Tea Amino Acid Really Reduce Stress and Anxiety?

L-theanine, an amino acid found in green tea, may help reduce stress, improve sleep quality, and support cognitive performance in healthy adults. Evidence from clinical studies shows it is safe and well-tolerated, but further research is needed to confirm its benefits for anxiety disorders.

29 Jul 2025

Is “Mom Brain” Real? The Science Behind Memory, Mood, and Motherhood

Pregnancy and motherhood trigger profound hormonal, structural, and functional changes in the brain, reshaping neural circuits to support caregiving and maternal behaviors. Recent evidence reveals that “mom brain” reflects adaptive neuroplasticity rather than simple cognitive decline.

28 Jul 2025

Is Guarana Safe? Health Benefits, Side Effects, and Recommended Dosage

Guarana (Paullinia cupana Kunth) is a caffeine-rich Amazonian plant traditionally used to enhance stamina, alleviate various ailments, and is widely consumed in energy beverages and supplements. Its bioactive compounds, notably caffeine and polyphenols, have shown potential metabolic and cognitive benefits, though robust human data remain limited.

28 Jul 2025

Kombucha: Polyphenols, Probiotics, and the Functional Nutrition Potential

Kombucha is a fermented tea beverage produced by a symbiotic culture of bacteria and yeast (SCOBY), offering polyphenols, organic acids, and microbial metabolites. While widely promoted for gut and metabolic health, robust human evidence remains limited.

27 Jul 2025

What Are Nootropics? Mechanisms, Efficacy, and Safety of Cognitive Enhancers

Nootropics are substances that enhance cognitive performance through various mechanisms, including cholinergic, glutamatergic, and dopaminergic pathways. They include prescription medications, natural compounds, and synthetic agents, with mixed evidence for efficacy and important safety considerations.

23 Jul 2025

Sesame Oil Health Benefits: Examining the Diverse Roles of Lignans and Lipids

Sesame seeds and sesame oil are rich in bioactive lignans, tocopherols, and unsaturated fatty acids that exert antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and cardiometabolic benefits. These compounds improve lipid profiles, glycemic control, organ protection, and support skin and neurocognitive health.

23 Jul 2025

Hendra Virus: An Emerging Zoonotic Threat in a Warming World

Hendra virus is a highly lethal zoonotic pathogen primarily transmitted from flying foxes to horses and occasionally humans, with outbreaks linked to habitat loss and climate change. Prevention relies on integrated veterinary, ecological, and public health strategies, including vaccination, surveillance, and habitat restoration, to reduce spillover risk.

22 Jul 2025

What is Dopamine?

Discover how dopamine shapes our thoughts, emotions, and movements, and why unlocking its secrets could transform treatments for some of the most challenging brain disorders.

12 Aug 2025