Osteoporosis, a condition where bones become weak and brittle, is a significant health concern. But what if inflammation, the body's response to injury or infection, is a key player in this bone-weakening process? A recent study used a clever method called Mendelian randomization (MR) to explore thi
Henry Cejudo is stepping into the ring for a crucial fight. He's facing Song Yadong in the main event at UFC Seattle. Cejudo, who is ranked 10th in the bantamweight division, is looking to secure his first win since 2020. He came back from retirement in 2023 and is eager to prove himself. Song Yadon
Atherosclerosis is a sneaky condition that starts where blood flow is wonky. This is where inflammation and too many endothelial cells (EC) get together and cause trouble. It turns out, c-REL, a member of the NF-κB transcription factor family, is a key player in this mess. It drives two harmful p
A big event is coming to Miami. Two fighters will battle for the UFC featherweight title. This fight will happen on April 12 at the Kaseya Center. The current champion, Ilia Topuria, is stepping down. He wants to move up to the lightweight division. He believes he has done his best in the f
You know how scientists are always trying to fight cancer? Well, they've been using tiny particles called nanoparticles as a way to deliver medicine or boost the immune system. These nanoparticles can be tricky, though, because they interact with our immune cells in complex ways. To make sure these
Psoriasis and depression are two conditions that often go hand in hand. This isn't just a coincidence. Scientists have been looking into how these two conditions are connected. They believe that there's a two-way relationship between them. This means that having one condition can increase the chance
Skin infections caused by bacteria that don't respond to typical antibiotics are a growing problem. This is because antibiotics have been overused and misused, making bacteria stronger and more resistant. Scientists have come up with a clever solution: a special patch with tiny needles that dissolve
The UFC's return to Las Vegas brought a packed card with some surprising results. The main event featured Jared Cannonier and Gregory Rodrigues. Cannonier, who had lost three of his last five fights, was looking to turn things around. Meanwhile, Rodrigues, with four wins in his last five, was riding
Urticaria, commonly known as hives, is a skin condition that has puzzled scientists for years. A recent study took a deep dive into the world of urticaria research, focusing on how it has changed over time and what key factors drive it. The study looked at data from two major research databases, Pub
Ever wondered why the hearts of mammals and birds are so efficient? It's all about the layers. The heart has two main types of muscle layers: trabecular and compact. These layers look different, but scientists found something surprising. In adult hearts, these layers are almost identical in terms of
