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Genetic testing of one thousand embryos provides insights into human development and IVF

By genetically testing nearly one thousand embryos, scientists have provided the most detailed analysis of embryo fate following human in vitro fertilization.

3 Oct 2023

Cancer cells hijack enhancer DNA to grow faster, study finds

University of Toronto researchers have found that cancer cells can enhance tumor growth by hijacking enhancer DNA normally used when tissues and organs are formed.

29 Sep 2023

Everyday chemicals linked to increased cancer risk, especially in women

This study identifies links between exposure to chemicals like PFAS, parabens, and phenols and increased cancer risk, particularly among women and across racial groups. The findings spotlight the role of environmental toxins in hormone-related cancers, suggesting new avenues for cancer prevention and mitigation strategies.

24 Sep 2023

Cellular crosstalk between mother and offspring is more complex than expected

Scientists have known for decades that pregnancy requires a mother's body to adjust so that her immune system does not attack the growing fetus as if it were a hostile foreign invader.

22 Sep 2023

AIHW report provides the most recent prevalence estimates on endometriosis

Around 14% of women aged 44–49 are estimated to have endometriosis, the latest release from the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare (AIHW) has revealed.

22 Sep 2023

Is menopausal hormone therapy associated with non-alcoholic fatty liver disease?

The effects of menopausal hormone therapy on non-alcoholic fatty liver disease.

21 Sep 2023

Mapping the human body one cell at a time: New study reveals the intricate relationship between cell size and count

A study published in PNAS provides a comprehensive look at the relationship between cell size and count across the human body, drawing from over 1,500 sources and identifying around 400 unique cell types. The research reveals an almost inverse relationship between cell size and count, offering a quantitative framework that could serve as a baseline for understanding cellular composition and function in various applications.

19 Sep 2023

New intrauterine device is highly effective in managing postpartum bleeding

A study led by Columbia obstetricians has shown that a new intrauterine device can rapidly control postpartum hemorrhage, a major cause of severe maternal morbidity and death, in real-world situations.

14 Sep 2023

Abortion bans fuel a rise in high-risk patients heading to Illinois hospitals

When she was around 22 weeks pregnant, the patient found out that the son she was carrying didn’t have kidneys and his lungs wouldn’t develop. If he survived the birth, he would struggle to breathe and die within hours.

14 Sep 2023

Mice study helps understand how DiNP affects pregnancy

We are constantly exposed to phthalates in our environment through plastic products such as storage containers, medical devices, packages, fabrics, and toys.

1 Sep 2023

Longer duration of anticoagulation therapy benefits cancer patients with isolated distal DVT

Twelve months of edoxaban is superior to three months for the reduction of thrombotic events in patients with cancer and distal deep vein thrombosis (DVT), according to late breaking research presented in a Hot Line session today at ESC Congress 2023.

29 Aug 2023

Women with endometriosis have more contact with healthcare providers in the years prior to diagnosis

Beginning as far back as ten years before even being diagnosed, women with endometriosis utilise the healthcare system more than women without this chronic illness.

25 Aug 2023

Review explores relationship between sleep disorders and pregnancy

A recent review summarizes what is known about these conditions and suggests future research directions and opportunities.

23 Aug 2023

What are the patterns in the incidence of early-onset cancers?

A recent study studied the patterns in the incidence of early-onset cancers between 2010 and 2019 in the United States.

21 Aug 2023

Scientists develop synthetic extracellular matrix to support growth of mini endometrium in a dish

Scientists have developed a synthetic extracellular matrix (ECM) that can support the growth of a mini endometrium in a dish for at least two weeks.

11 Aug 2023

Autism spectrum disorder may be linked to imbalance of neurons in the brain

Using human "mini-brain" models known as organoids, Mayo Clinic and Yale University scientists have discovered that the roots of autism spectrum disorder may be associated with an imbalance of specific neurons that play a critical role in how the brain communicates and functions.

10 Aug 2023

AI-powered system shows promise in speeding up endometriosis diagnosis

The quality of life of millions suffering from endometriosis - a painful disease where sensitive tissue grows outside of the uterus - could be improved by a new artificial intelligence (AI) system with technology developed by the University of Adelaide in South Australia, in partnership with researchers from the University of Surrey.

10 Aug 2023