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HOUSTON, May 5 – Groundbreaking research from the University of Houston shows that a single low-dose atropine eye drop can produce daylong effects in managing myopia, or nearsightedness, which affects roughly one-third of U.S. adults.   Professor of Optometry Lisa Ostrin and postdoctoral researcher Barsha Lal are reporting that even one drop in the eye of […]

The volunteer test subject sat in a chair, her head encased by a close-fitting white cap speckled with colored lights worthy of a sci-fi flick. Each light represents an electrode, a contact point that measures the brain activity underneath the scalp. Using syringe-like applicators, project coordinator Yu Fang Tseng and clinical psychology graduate student Kelly

ROSEMONT, Ill., May 4: The American Academy of Dermatology (AAD) today released results from its annual Practice Safe Sun Survey, revealing many Americans still engage in risky sun behaviors driven by misinformation, social media, and persistent tanning myths despite their concerns about the long term aging effects of sun exposure. In recognition of Skin Cancer Awareness

During March we celebrated some incredible women. We wanted to recognize one more incredible woman on National Fitness Day, Elaine LaLanne who has had not only a remarkable career but a remarkable year so far and should be celebrated on National Fitness Day! First, she and her late husband Jack were inducted into the at

BOULDER, Colo., May 02: KROMATID today announced it will present a transformative advancement in genomic integrity assessment at the American Society of Gene & Cell Therapy (ASGCT) Annual Meeting during the Analytics and Assay Development – Biosafety session. Abstract #: ASGCT1713 Title: Establishing chromosome-scale benchmarks for detecting genomic instability in gene-edited cell therapies using high-depth cytogenetic

SACRAMENTO, Calif.: The saying “cold hands, warm heart” is usually meant metaphorically — but new research from UC Davis School of Medicine and collaborating institutions suggests it has a striking biological parallel. In a study of TRPM4 ion channel mutations, researchers found that body temperature plays a key role in which tissues are affected. One

Chandigarh, May 02: In a defining moment for global oncology collaboration, the Fortis Cancer Institute is all set to host Fortis Cancer Summit 2026, a landmark international conference on 2nd – 3rd May 2026 at Hotel Andaz, New Delhi, bringing together leading minds in oncology alongwith cancer research experts from India and across the world, to

New Delhi, Apr 30 (BNP): India has deployed its “Aarogya Maitri” health cube in Jamaica as part of its efforts to deepen healthcare cooperation with CARICOM member countries and enhance emergency medical preparedness in the region. The mobile medical unit is designed to provide rapid and effective critical care support during natural disasters, public health

 New Delhi, Apr 30 (BNP): A recent study has found that community-based anti-stigma programmes, along with a digital mental health support tool, have helped reduce risks of depression, self-harm, and suicide among adolescents living in urban slum areas. The research covered 60 slum clusters across New Delhi and Vijayawada in Andhra Pradesh, focusing on improving

Statewide initiative with the Ohio Association of Community Health Centers, CareSource, and Humana more than doubled Pregnancy Risk Assessment Form submission rates, accelerating identification of high-risk pregnancies and strengthening Medicaid continuity   BURLINGTON, Mass. — [April 30, 2026] — Azara Healthcare, the four-time Best in KLAS provider of population health and value-based care solutions for the