In a remarkable feat of medical prowess, a team of surgeons in New York has successfully carried out the world’s first whole eye transplant. This groundbreaking procedure, which involved removing part of the face and the entire left eye, including its blood supply and optic nerve, from a donor and grafting them onto a lineworker
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Crohn’s disease is a chronic and debilitating inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) that affects millions of people worldwide. Unfortunately, there is currently no cure for this condition, but managing its symptoms has always been the focus of medical professionals. However, a recent study conducted by researchers from the Francis Crick Institute in the UK and Aalborg
In recent research, scientists have discovered a potential connection between the use of oral contraceptives and changes in specific parts of the brain responsible for processing fear. These findings may shed light on the gender disparities in fear-related mechanisms. It is well-established that hormonal fluctuations during the menstrual cycle can impact the brain’s circuitry related
In a long-awaited move, the FDA has proposed to revoke the registration of a modified vegetable oil known as brominated vegetable oil (BVO). BVO has been used since the 1930s as an emulsifying agent in citrus-flavored sodas, helping to evenly distribute flavoring agents and prevent them from floating to the top of the beverage. However,
Endometriosis is a condition that causes physical, sexual, and emotional pain. Throughout the world, approximately 190 million people, including one in 10 American women, are affected by this chronic gynecological illness. However, there has been a long-standing silence surrounding endometriosis and its profound impact on individuals’ lives. Often dismissed as “all in your head,” the
Sleep is a vital aspect of our overall well-being, and lack of quality sleep can have a significant impact on our physical and mental health. Many individuals experience increased pain sensitivity and discomfort after not getting enough sleep, but the underlying mechanisms behind this phenomenon have not been well understood. However, a recent study has
Wasabi, the traditional Japanese spice known for its fiery taste, may not only enhance our dining experience but also improve cognitive function, particularly in adults over the age of 60. Recent research has identified a specific compound in wasabi, 6 methylsulfinyl hexyl isothiocyanate (6-MSITC), that has shown promising antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects, which are known
For years, monkeypox has been known to primarily spread from small mammals to humans, with human-to-human transmission being a rare occurrence. However, recent research by an international team of scientists suggests that the monkeypox virus has been jumping from human to human since 2016, marking a significant change in how experts understand the spread of
Modern humans carry a part of their genetic heritage that can be attributed to interbreeding with the Denisovans tens of thousands of years ago. Recent studies have shown that this genetic mixing may have led to certain genetic adaptations that predispose individuals to mental health issues such as depression. Researchers from Spain have conducted a
The association between hearing voices and neurological conditions like schizophrenia has long been established. However, recent research conducted by the researchers from École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL) in Switzerland and the University Savoie Mont Blanc in France suggests that most brains can be tricked into hearing voices that aren’t actually present under specific conditions.
Imagine the horror of constantly hearing rustling sounds and clicking deep within your ear. This was the unfortunate reality for a woman in Taiwan who had a harrowing encounter with an eight-legged intruder. The incessant noises and the unsettling sensation of movement led her to seek medical help, and what the doctors discovered was enough
Sneezing, a universal action, is a reflexive response that is both protective and uncontrollable. It serves the purpose of removing irritants from the nasal passage. Sneezing is initiated when sensory nerves in the nose detect irritants such as allergens, viruses, bacteria, or fluid. These nerves then transmit this information to the brain, triggering the sneeze