How talking slows eye movements behind the wheel
Talking while driving is widely recognized as a major source of distraction, but the specific ways conversation interferes with the earliest stages of visual processing have remained largely unclear. While…
Prediabetes is increasingly common among children living with overweight or obesity
The prevalence of prediabetes has increased significantly in recent years among Finnish children living with overweight or obesity, a recent study by Tampere University and the University of Eastern Finland…
WHO: Multi-country outbreak of #mpox, External situation report #61 – 22 December
This is the 61th situation report for the multi-country outbreak of mpox, which provides details on the global epidemiological situation for mpox, including an update on the epidemiological situation with…
A new study reveals how embryos and the uterus “talk” during implantation
A new study shows that the embryo and the uterine lining conduct an active “conversation” from the very earliest stages of implantation. They engage in a back and forth of…
The COVID-19 virus manipulates host cell RNA to shut down the immune system
Researchers at the Federal University of São Paulo (UNIFESP) in Brazil have discovered that SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19, uses a sophisticated tactic to evade the human body’s defense…
mRNA revitalizes aging immune systems—the liver as a fountain of youth
Can the weakened immune systems of older individuals be rejuvenated? Researchers from the German Cancer Research Center (DKFZ), the HI-STEM* institute, and the Broad Institute have demonstrated that this is…
Teens who play video games with gambling-like elements more likely to start real betting
Young people who play video games with “gambling-like” elements – such as buying loot boxes or in-game items – are more likely to go on to gamble with real money.…
Antibody-drug conjugates emerge as potent anti-tumor agents for gynecological cancers
Gynecological cancers, primarily cervical, ovarian, and uterine cancer, continue to be a significant threat to women’s health worldwide. While surgery and chemotherapy are the current standard treatment, patients often face…
Shining a light on pre-menopausal female exercise science
Women are constantly overwhelmed with diet, health and lifestyle advice, yet are rarely the sole focus of exercise science research. A new University of Otago – Ōtākou Whakaihu Waka study…
Avian flu: influenza A (H5N5) virus, first human case reported in the United States of America since February 2025
On 15 November 2025, WHO was notified of the 71st confirmed human case with influenza A(H5) since early 2024 in the United States of America— the first human case reported…