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Dating apps linked to rising cosmetic surgery trends among women

They're the modern way to find love according to the 323 million people who use them worldwide, but dating apps are fuelling an obsession with cosmetic surgery that may not have a happy ending.

21 Feb 2025

New robotic surgery device aims to enhance precision in retinal procedures

When even the most highly trained surgeons perform procedures on the retina-one of the smallest, most delicate parts of the human body-the stakes are high.

21 Feb 2025

Study links fetal acetaminophen exposure to increased risk of ADHD

Fetal acetaminophen exposure increases the likelihood that a child will develop attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), according to a study published Feb. 6 in Nature Mental Health.

21 Feb 2025

Boston University professor receives grant for preeclampsia drug discovery research

Wendy Kuohung, MD, associate professor of obstetrics & gynecology at Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine, has been awarded a two-year, Discovery Research Grant from March of Dimes.

21 Feb 2025

New clinical trial seeks alternatives for head and neck cancer patients unable to use cisplatin

A physician-scientist at the University of Oklahoma is part of an international effort seeking new options for patients with head and neck cancer who cannot receive the standard chemotherapy drug cisplatin.

21 Feb 2025

Study reveals dramatic rise in ivermectin and hydroxychloroquine prescriptions during COVID-19

U.S. outpatient prescriptions for hydroxychloroquine and ivermectin increased 2- to 10-fold above pre-pandemic rates, respectively, to treat COVID-19, despite strong evidence disproving their effectiveness, new UCLA-led research shows.

21 Feb 2025

Key research priorities for understanding and treating appendiceal cancer

Appendiceal cancer is a rare cancer without standardized screening guidelines, risk factors or tumor classifications - a situation that often results in late diagnosis and poor prognosis.

21 Feb 2025

Mathematicians explore how brain folding helps improve brainpower

Mathematicians are investigating how the intricate folds in the human brain – which have increased as our species has evolved – help to improve our brainpower.

21 Feb 2025

Research shows the positive impact of physical activity on young people’s well-being

PE, school sports and physical activity (PESSPA) are critical tools in fostering healthier, happier and more resilient children and young people, a new study from University of Manchester experts in collaboration with the Youth Sport Trust has concluded.

21 Feb 2025

NIHR grant supports research into how musical practices can enhance perinatal mental health

The National Institute of Health Research (NIHR) has awarded a major grant of over £2.8 million to the University of Roehampton and Stellenbosch University for a four-year research project.

21 Feb 2025

Understanding the impact of weight loss medications on female reproductive health

In recent months, the efficacy of contraception for people taking weight loss medications has been questioned, as several women claim to have gotten pregnant despite using oral contraceptives.

21 Feb 2025

Anemia increases postoperative risks in lipoedema patients after liposuction

High-volume liposuction significantly increases the likelihood of secondary complications in anemic lipoedema patients.

21 Feb 2025

Future-proofing dementia care with customizable assistive technology

People with mild dementia might live more independently if assistive technology could evolve in parallel with their progressing conditions, according to new research from Alisha Pradhan, assistant professor of informatics at New Jersey Institute of Technology.

20 Feb 2025

New 3D lung model advances respiratory medicine research

Respiratory diseases are a challenging problem to treat. Inhalable medicines are a promising solution that depend on the ability to deliver tiny particles known as aerosols to the correct location in the lungs at the correct dosage.

20 Feb 2025

Exploring how 25-hydroxycholesterol triggers ferroptosis in glial cells

Oxysterols are a class of molecules derived from cholesterol via oxidation or as byproducts of cholesterol synthesis.

20 Feb 2025

Narcissists feel left out more often—but are they misreading the room?

Narcissists are more likely to feel ostracized—not only because of their personalities but also due to their heightened sensitivity to exclusion cues. Research finds that social exclusion and narcissism reinforce each other in a self-perpetuating cycle.

20 Feb 2025

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Dating apps linked to rising cosmetic surgery trends among women

New robotic surgery device aims to enhance precision in retinal procedures

Study links fetal acetaminophen exposure to increased risk of ADHD

Boston University professor receives grant for preeclampsia drug discovery research

New clinical trial seeks alternatives for head and neck cancer patients unable to use cisplatin

Study reveals dramatic rise in ivermectin and hydroxychloroquine prescriptions during COVID-19

Key research priorities for understanding and treating appendiceal cancer

Mathematicians explore how brain folding helps improve brainpower

Research shows the positive impact of physical activity on young people’s well-being

NIHR grant supports research into how musical practices can enhance perinatal mental health

Understanding the impact of weight loss medications on female reproductive health

Anemia increases postoperative risks in lipoedema patients after liposuction

Future-proofing dementia care with customizable assistive technology

New 3D lung model advances respiratory medicine research

Exploring how 25-hydroxycholesterol triggers ferroptosis in glial cells

Narcissists feel left out more often—but are they misreading the room?

Study focuses on diagnostic delays experienced by people with epilepsy

CBD boosts endurance in mice by reshaping gut bacteria and enhancing muscle performance

Eating more flavonoids may slow aging and boost brain health, study finds

Olive oil prevents weight gain while butter and margarine add pounds, study finds

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