Health PsychologyJul 3, 2026
Doctors vote to take strike action in row over pay
The British Medical Association is in dispute with Manx Care over "pay erosion since 2008".
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Health PsychologyJul 3, 2026
Old muscle stem cells can act young again but there’s a catch
Scientists at UCLA discovered a surprising reason aging muscles heal more slowly. In older muscle stem cells, a protein called NDRG1 builds up and acts like a brake, slowing the cells’ ability to jump into repair mode…
Health PsychologyJul 3, 2026
Scientists discover a protein switch that burns fat and blocks new fat cells
A protein called “Mitch” may hold the key to a new generation of obesity treatments. Researchers found that disabling it in human cells boosts fat burning, increases energy use, and makes it harder for new fat cells to…
Health PsychologyJul 2, 2026
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Health PsychologyJul 2, 2026
Men should speed up slower to avoid 'hitting the wall' in marathons, new research suggests
Male runners may be twice as likely as female runners to suddenly slow down—known as "hitting the wall"—during a marathon, according to a study published in Scientific Reports. The authors suggest that men may be able to…
Health PsychologyJul 1, 2026
Should lowest-risk prostate 'cancer' still be called cancer? How changing the name could save lives
A growing number of prostate cancer experts argue that calling the lowest-risk prostate cancer "cancer" does more harm than good. A new UCLA-led study found removing the cancer label could dramatically reduce…
Health PsychologyJul 1, 2026
Wearable device reveals how sleep changes from freshman to senior year for college students
Sleep is a fundamental aspect of human health that plays a crucial role in cognitive function, academic performance and social interactions. A study published in PLOS One by Yao Zhao at Temple University, U.S., and…
Health PsychologyJul 1, 2026
Researchers to teens: Get to bed—it's good for your blood sugar
If you're 18, getting a bit more sleep could matter more than you think. New research from the University of Copenhagen and COPSAC shows that even in healthy young people, longer nights of sleep are linked to more stable…
Health PsychologyJul 1, 2026
DNA methylation patterns may explain why some prostate cancers turn lethal
The prostate is the single organ most frequently afflicted by cancer in men. Prostate cancer affects approximately 4 million American men, with another 330,000 men expected to be diagnosed with the condition this year…
Health PsychologyJun 30, 2026
Early benign prostatic hyperplasia outcomes comparable for p-ThuLEP and open prostatectomy
For patients with benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), early functional outcomes are comparable with high-peak-power pulsed Thulium:YAG laser enucleation (p-ThuLEP) and open simple prostatectomy (OSP), but shorter…
Health PsychologyJun 30, 2026
One injection reversed osteoarthritis in weeks
A Colorado research team has created experimental osteoarthritis treatments that appear to regenerate damaged joints rather than just relieve pain. In animal studies, a single injection restored arthritic joints to a…
Health PsychologyJun 30, 2026
Melatonin may ease chronic pain, study finds
A sleep supplement widely used to treat insomnia could help reduce reliance on some of the most common and potentially harmful pain medications, new research from the University of Sydney suggests.
Health PsychologyJun 30, 2026
Study links sleep apnea with poor memory and greater dementia risk burden in midlife
Better identification and management of sleep apnea and associated vascular risk factors in midlife may provide an important opportunity to support long-term brain health, according to new research from Monash…
Health PsychologyJun 30, 2026
New calculator reveals whether you should really worry about statin side effects
Scientists at the University of Oxford have created a calculator that predicts a person's individual risk of serious muscle disorders from statin medications. Their analysis found that more than 98% of people who qualify…
Health PsychologyJun 30, 2026
Sleep or Insomnia Psychologists and Therapists in South Yarra, VIC
South Yarra Psychology sees clients with a wide range of presenting issues. The practice has a team of highly-qualified psychologists. The practice offers a free 10-minute 'psychologist matching ...
Health PsychologyJun 29, 2026
USC scientists just unlocked an endless supply of cancer-fighting immune cells
A new stem-cell-inspired technique allows scientists to grow vast numbers of immune-cell progenitors that can be engineered to hunt cancer and strengthen immune responses. In animal studies, the cells fought tumors…
Health PsychologyJun 29, 2026
Scientists discover an unexpected way to make pancreatic cancer cells self-destruct
Researchers tested experimental PCAI compounds against pancreatic cancer cells and found they had powerful anticancer effects. One leading compound blocked more than 90% of cancer cell migration, suggesting it could help…
Health PsychologyJun 29, 2026
Should I take zinc or eat oysters to ward off colds, boost my immune system or improve fertility?
Judging by the claims on the bottles, it's easy to assume a simple zinc tablet is a quick fix for everything from the common cold to low immunity and even male fertility. But do they actually work? And should you be…
Health PsychologyJun 29, 2026
Low grip strength should not be used as an independent predictor of prostate cancer in older men
New research suggests that low handgrip strength alone is not a reliable predictor of increased prostate cancer risk among older men. The relationship between low handgrip strength (HGS) and prostate cancer has long…
Health PsychologyJun 29, 2026
Resident doctors take strike action over pay
The BMA said there will "undoubtedly be cancellation of operations, outpatient appointments and elective care" but "patient safety will still be prioritised".
Health PsychologyJun 27, 2026
Scientists discover what triggers belly fat as we age
Aging may trigger the appearance of specialized stem cells that supercharge the body's ability to create new belly fat. The discovery reveals a potential biological driver of middle-age weight gain and a promising target…
Health PsychologyJun 26, 2026
How Therapists Feel About AI Taking Their Jobs
Americans are turning to artificial intelligence tools for mental health advice and therapists are divided. Analysts warned the Daily Caller News Foundation that while using AI for mental health ...
Health PsychologyJun 26, 2026
What happens when celebrities talk about their prostate cancer?
When high-profile figures publicly discuss their prostate cancer, the public health impact can be immediate. The media coverage raises awareness. More men may seek information or medical advice.
Health PsychologyJun 26, 2026
Is laughter really the best medicine?
Researchers launch a "Laughter Lab" to explore how laughing can improve wellbeing and health.
Health PsychologyJun 25, 2026
Consultants and specialist doctors take strike action over pay
Full emergency cover remained in place and patients were told to attend all scheduled appointments unless advised otherwise.
Health PsychologyJun 25, 2026
Developing a new methodology to identify biomarkers for male infertility
Researchers from the EHU-University of the Basque Country have developed a robust protocol to detect the molecules involved in the metabolic reactions of sperm. The new method enables a detailed analysis even with small…
Health PsychologyJun 25, 2026
FDA-approved drug may finally help immunotherapy defeat rare liver cancer
Researchers found that a rare liver cancer evades immunotherapy by luring immune T cells away from the tumor and trapping them in nearby fibrous tissue. An FDA-approved drug called AMD3100 freed those T cells to attack…
Health PsychologyJun 23, 2026
Testosterone therapy labels and limits may change under FDA proposal
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is asking drugmakers to update the prescribing information on testosterone replacement therapy products to reflect newer clinical evidence.
Health PsychologyJun 23, 2026
Review of metformin's benefits for cardiovascular and brain health finds surprising reduction in prostate cancer
A drug commonly used to treat type 2 diabetes has the added bonus of reducing the risk of prostate cancer, new research has found. For the study, published in Rejuvenation Research, researchers conducted a literature…
Health PsychologyJun 23, 2026
New blood test detects more high-risk prostate cancer cases
A new blood test may make it easier to detect the most dangerous forms of prostate cancer early. In a study from Karolinska Institutet, the Stockholm3 blood test detected more clinically significant cancer cases than the…