Medicines that have been approved to medicate one ailment are being repurposed to treat others, saving lives and giving fresh hope to millions saddled with disease.
Psychedelic drugs are mostly banned in Europe, but new research suggests they may be beneficial to some when taken in a controlled setting.
New formulation sunscreens could offer better protect against skin cancer by filtering out more harmful ultra-violet rays.
Artificial limbs, implants and extra thumbs restore and add to our body’s natural capabilities, but how do the brain and nervous system welcome these new body parts?
The EU has just announced recommendations on a new approach of ‘screening more and screening better’ to combat cancer cases.
Scientists are probing what happens in the brain as people slumber and how they can enjoy the restorative effects of better deep sleep.
Scientists are seeking ways to treat spinal injuries with graphene-based implants while VR gaming could help stroke recovery.
Regenerating lost body parts is impossible for humans, but cracking the cellular code of salamanders could help to treat serious wounds.
As the Earth warms, heatwaves are expected to occur more often, with sharper intensity and for longer periods. Rising temperatures adversely affect worker productivity and human health, but for…
Lack of trust in health authorities, combined with the fear and uncertainty about the disease, created fertile ground for false rumours to spread about Covid-19 vaccines. Countering the rumours may…