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In 1860, German chemistry PhD Albert Niemann isolated cocaine from coca leaves; the tongue-numbness he noted led to the first local anesthesia 24 years laterA simple observation of numbness from coca leaves led to a medical revolution. Scientists isolated cocaine, revealing its power to block pa...
A World War II-era drug just helped patients go from 7 bathroom trips a night to just oneMayo Clinic researchers found a new way kidneys manage water. This discovery uses an old drug, probenecid, to reveal a pathway independent ...
In 1987, ophthalmologist Dr. Jean Carruthers noticed her crossed-eye patients' frown lines were vanishing, and Botox accidentally became cosmetic history's biggest hitOriginally developed to address eye disorders such as blepharospasm, Botox has evolved into a key player in the cosmetic industry since its...
In 1889, a physician noticed a sweet urine clue and helped point medicine toward insulinIn a groundbreaking moment in 1889, two German scientists, Joseph von Mering and Oskar Minkowski, uncovered a crucial link between the panc...
What if chronic nerve pain isn’t just something to block, but something to fix at the cellular level? New study reveals potential way to “recharge” nerve cells to relieve long-term painScientists are exploring a new way to treat chronic nerve pain by focusing on mitochondria, the energy-producing parts of cells. Researcher...
How to identify Gaboon Viper: Key physical features, range, habitat, and dietAfrica's Gaboon viper boasts the longest fangs of any venomous snake. This master of camouflage lives in forests and is a patient hunter. W...
Gene therapy for cholesterol: Initial test results cheerA new gene editing medicine, VERVE-102, offers hope for millions with heart conditions. Eli Lilly's drug showed significant reductions in b...
Are immunity boosters secretly helping the body fight cancer too? New Vitamin C research reveals a surprising reduction in cancer-linked risksVitamin C supplements may reduce cancer risk linked to processed meat nitrates, according to new cancer research from the University of Wat...
Forget 10,000 steps: Scientists say this specific daily number is all you actually need to stop weight from coming backWeight loss: A new study is challenging the popular “10,000 steps a day” rule, suggesting you may not need that much to protect your progre...
In 1928, Alexander Fleming Returned From Vacation: Found Mold in a Petri Dish and Discovered Penicillin, Changing Medicine ForeverA forgotten petri dish led to a groundbreaking discovery. Alexander Fleming observed mold inhibiting bacteria, a finding later developed in...
How to Cover Gray Hair Naturally Without Damaging Your StrandsGray hair solutions vary, but research shows many "natural" claims oversimplify damage. While temporary and semi-permanent colors are gentl...
US study finds no evidence of Havana syndrome brain injuryThe National Institutes of Health (NIH) researchers also found no differences in most clinical measures between a group of 86 employees and...
Animal to human organ transplants possible? Here's what scientists claimScientists have said that they are closer to comprehending the best way to turn the human body reactive to an organ donation from another s...
Researchers develop new class of antibiotics to fight drug-resistant bacteriaResearchers have developed a promising class of antibiotics targeting Carbapenem-resistant Acinetobacter baumannii (CRAB), a bacterium resi...
Meet Dr Ben Brown? Florida plastic surgeon responsible for wife's fatal surgeryDr. Ben Brown, a Florida plastic surgeon, faces investigation after his wife, Hillary Brown, 33, died during multiple procedures at his cli...
Immunotherapy can be critical to treatment of different types of cancer, claim researchImmune cells can fight cancerous cells says research.
Zydus Cadila seeks DCGI approval for novel oral pill to treat anaemia in kidney patientsThe pill technically called hypoxia-inducible factor prolyl hydroxylase (HIF-PH) inhibitor can be given to both patients who are on dialysi...
Hoarding up on zinc, vitamin C supplements to boost immunity? They may not be effective in treating CovidThese supplements do not significantly decrease the severity of Covid symptoms.
Adding walnut to your plate can prevent inflammation caused by stomach ulcersHelicobacter pylori infection can cause stomach cancer and peptic ulcer disease.
Use of antibiotics may lead to diabetes: StudyUse of antibiotics may be linked to higher risk of diabetes, according to a latest study published in an international journal.