Researchers often turn to large health databases to study surgical outcomes. One popular option is TriNetX, a platform that collects real-world medical data. But can it really help answer key questions about surgeries? The short answer is yes—but only if used carefully. TriNetX pulls patient record
Most Americans see brain health as a top priority, yet very few actually know how to safeguard it. A recent study found that 88% of adults worry about losing their memory as they age, but only 9% feel well-informed about keeping their brain sharp. The gap between concern and action is striking. Whil
The president’s decision to fire every member of the National Science Board last week is a sharp blow to the United States’ scientific future. The board had guided the National Science Foundation, which funds a wide range of research from chemistry to climate science. Its removal leaves the fo
For three decades, deadlines have been a constant companion, shaping the rhythm of my work. The pressure once felt like an ache, but repeated exposure turned it into a familiar habit. I have spent many years navigating the complex world of scientific communication, sharing findings with local newspa
When the air feels itchy and your hair jumps, it might mean a storm is coming. Scientists noticed a faint blue light that sometimes appears on tree tops during heavy weather. This glow, called corona discharge, is a tiny electric spark that can be seen when the sky splits into two layers of charge.
Cancer studies rely on people joining big research groups called cohorts. These groups help scientists spot patterns between lifestyle choices, genes, and cancer risks. But it takes more than just collecting data. Real progress happens when researchers treat participants like partners, not just subj
Canada has quietly become a leader in organ transplantation, with its medical teams solving tough problems that help patients worldwide. The COVID-19 pandemic forced doctors to pause and ask tough questions about what works and what still needs fixing in transplant medicine. While the world was dist
Researchers have spent years chasing a cure for Alzheimer’s, focusing on how proteins called amyloid clump together in the brain. Back in the 1990s, scientists, including one leading expert, realized that these clumps might harm brain cells and trigger inflammation. At first, they thought fixing thi
Some types of cancer are tough to beat because they show no signs until they grow big or spread early. Because of this, doctors often find them too late for the usual chemo or radiation to work. Breast cancer is a prime example. It can be tiny yet already have moved to other parts of the body,
The recent indictment of former senior advisor David Mor — who worked closely with famed epidemiologist Anthony Fauci — has sparked debate over whether the case is about protecting government email rules or targeting Fauci. The Department of Justice, citing FBI Director Kash Patel, claims the charge
