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Fractionated radiosurgery extends survival for brain metastasis patients

Delivering focused radiation therapy over three to five sessions after surgery for a large brain metastasis reduced the risk of cancer returning at the surgical site compared with delivering the radiation in a single session, according to the results of the Alliance for Clinical Trials in Oncology A071801 presented today at the plenary session of the American Society for Radiation Oncology in Boston.

28 Sep 2026

New antibody treatment blocks immune response to prevent Alzheimer's damage

There is no treatment available today to stop the death of brain cells in neurodegenerative diseases known as tauopathies, including Alzheimer's disease, in which twisted clumps of a protein called tau accumulate in the brain.

28 Sep 2026

Zebrafish study reveals how albinism gene influences embryonic eye development

Tiny, striped zebrafish are helping scientists trace how a gene linked to albinism influences eye development, work that may ultimately help explain some of the vision problems experienced by people with the condition and guide the search for new treatments.

28 Sep 2026

Community-based dog vaccination campaigns protect African children from rabies

A community-based approach to vaccinating dogs against rabies could help protect countless children in Africa and other areas from one of the world's deadliest infectious diseases, according to a new study led by Washington State University.

28 Sep 2026

Millions of Americans live in counties without a general surgeon

More than 15 million Americans live in one of the 1,180 US counties with no general surgeon, and 951 counties have no surgeon in any of 12 surgical specialties, according to a new national analysis announced today at the ACS Clinical Congress 2026 in Washington, D.C., and simultaneously published today in the Journal of the American College of Surgeons (JACS).

28 Sep 2026

New automated method maps complex myelin patterns in the brain

Myelin, the insulating sheath around nerve fibers, is essential for fast, healthy signalling in the brain, and its patterns enormously vary across brain tissue regions.

28 Sep 2026

Study identifies inconsistent care routines for internal head and neck lymphedema

Internal head and neck lymphedema develops when cancer treatment damages or obstructs lymphatic drainage, causing fluid to accumulate in the oral cavity, pharynx, or larynx.

28 Sep 2026

Insomnia linked to increased risk of stroke and hospital admissions

Insomnia is not only associated with poor sleep and reduced daytime functioning, but may also be an indicator of increased health risks.

28 Sep 2026

Cancer cells erase sections of Y chromosome to trigger tumor growth in men

A new study found that cancer cells selectively chip away gene-rich sections of the Y chromosome, triggering ripples that regulate tumor growth.

28 Sep 2026

Scientists find new way to overcome cell’s natural defenses against self-amplifying mRNA vaccines

The innovation could enable protection at lower doses, meaning vaccines could be rolled out further and faster than was previously imaginable, and opens new possibilities in gene therapy, cancer immunotherapy, and protein replacement therapies.

28 Sep 2026

MIT engineers use artificial intelligence to create heat-resistant RNA vaccines

MIT engineers have found a way to stabilize the lipid nanoparticles used to deliver RNA vaccines, which could allow the vaccines to be more widely distributed.

28 Sep 2026

Mediterranean rockrose extract shows strong potential against skin fungi

A polyphenol-rich extract from Cistus salviifolius, a Mediterranean rockrose species traditionally used to treat skin conditions, has shown fungicidal activity against several dermatophytes, the fungi responsible for superficial infections of the skin, hair and nails.

28 Sep 2026

Study finds rising cannabis use disorder among older adults

Cannabis use is becoming increasingly common among older adults in the United States, but less is known about how often cannabis use may become problematic in this population.

28 Sep 2026

Childhood cancer survivors face severe mental health challenges as adults

Consultant and researcher Magnus Aasved Hjort believes that people who survive childhood cancer should receive far better support as adults.

28 Sep 2026

New framework maps the complex link between psychological status and cardiovascular health

CVD remains the leading cause of death worldwide, while the global burden of mental disorders continues to rise.

28 Sep 2026

New book examines how digital screens cause social disconnection

The most dramatic shift in human communication patterns in history is underway – the migration of social life onto screens – and researchers have issued stark warnings about the long-term impact on the health of our social species.

28 Sep 2026

New artificial intelligence tool identifies aging patterns in hematopoietic stem cells

Aging progressively affects the functioning of our body and, among other things, deteriorates the ability of the hematopoietic system- the set of organs and tissues responsible for producing blood cells- to maintain adequate blood cell production.

28 Sep 2026

Smart vapes with financial rewards may raise addiction risks

Vaping products are becoming smarter – and potentially more addictive. Some new devices now reward users with cryptocurrency and other incentives tied to vaping behavior.

28 Sep 2026

Study links insomnia to higher stroke and hospitalization risks

Insomnia is associated with a 26% higher risk of stroke and 28% higher odds of hospital admission, according to new research in Sleep Medicine Reviews. The researchers say the findings support recognizing insomnia as an important marker of brain, mental and general health.

28 Sep 2026

Research makes strong case for broader use of GLP1 drugs to protect hearts

New research being presented at the annual meeting of the European Association for the Study of Diabetes (EASD) in Milan, Italy (Sept 28 – Oct 2) makes a case for extending the indication for GLP1- receptor agonists (GLP1-RAs) to millions more people, to protect their heart health.

28 Sep 2026