In the vast landscapes of Patagonia, a single grave tells a story of health and hardship from the 18th and 19th centuries. This grave belonged to an Indigenous person who lived during a time when their community interacted with European settlers. Scientists wanted to know more about the health of th
The Vegas Golden Knights made a big move this summer. They got Mitch Marner from the Toronto Maple Leafs. In return, they gave up Nicolas Roy. Marner is a star player. He has been with Toronto for nine years. He has scored a lot of points. Last season, he had 102 points. That was the most on his tea
The parasite Angiostrongylus cantonensis is a sneaky invader. It likes to hide in slugs and snails. This parasite causes a nasty disease in humans called rat lungworm disease. This disease can mess with the brain and nerves. It is a big problem in some parts of Hawaii. Scientists wanted to find out
Kids often face a tough time with constipation. It's a common issue that can lead to something more serious called fecal impaction. This is when hardened stool gets stuck in the intestines. Doctors often use laxatives to help clear things out. But how they give these laxatives can make a big differe
Stomach cancer is a serious illness. It gets even trickier when it spreads to other parts of the body. This spreading, known as metastasis, makes treatment tough and affects how well patients do. Doctors and researchers are keen to understand how and where the cancer spreads. This knowledge can help
The duodenum, a crucial part of the small intestine, can sometimes spring a leak. This is a serious problem that can lead to major health issues and even death. Most of the time, these leaks happen in the first part of the duodenum. They are usually small and tend to affect older people. However, th
The Enhanced Games are set to shake up the world of sports. This new event, planned for Las Vegas, aims to celebrate the use of performance-enhancing drugs (PEDs) and push the limits of human achievement. The organizers want to redefine what it means to be superhuman through science and innovation.
Gastrointestinal stromal tumors, or GISTs, are a type of tumor that can grow in the digestive system. These tumors can occur in both dogs and humans. They are often linked to changes, or mutations, in a gene called KIT. Scientists took samples from 55 cases of canine GISTs. They looked for spec
The neighborhood a child lives in can greatly affect their health, especially after surgery. This is particularly true for kids who have had a gastrostomy tube inserted. This tube helps with feeding, but it also means more hospital visits. Why? Because where a child lives can make a big difference i
Syndecan-4 (SDC4) is a key player in the development of stomach cancer. It is involved in cell signaling, adhesion, and interactions with the matrix. This protein helps cancer cells to grow and spread. One way it does this is by changing how cells use and make lipids, which are fats. This change hel
