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Baldness hits small men: gene study
A recent study conducted by the University of Bonn has identified gene variants that increase the risk of early hair loss and prostate cancer in
Microbiome Boosts Immune System Against Skin Cancer
Microorganisms living on the skin protect against the immunosuppressive effects of UV radiation. Disinfecting the skin can weaken the natural protective effect and increase the
Alcohol in Pregnancy Harms Babies
Every year in Germany, thousands of babies are born with disabilities caused by alcohol consumption during pregnancy. Despite the well-known risks, researchers from the Institute
Rising trend: Eye laser surgery
A new meta-analysis presented at the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery’s annual meeting has found that 95% of patients who have undergone LASIK
Vaccinations Don’t Increase Allergy Risk
A recent long-term study has found that vaccinations do not affect the allergy risk in children. Despite the fact that vaccinations have led to the
Heroin addiction vaccine successful
A new vaccine against heroin addiction has been successfully tested on animals, with a clinical trial on heroin addicts set to follow. Heroin is the
Antidepressants linked to increased suicide risk
A new study published in the journal Psychotherapy and Psychosomatics has found that antidepressants can increase the risk of suicide in patients by a factor
CBD Reduces Seizures in Children
In a groundbreaking study, researchers at the Mattel Children’s Hospital in Los Angeles have found that CBD products can significantly reduce epileptic seizures in children.
Programmed Cells Combat Diabetes
In a groundbreaking development, researchers at the University of Geneva have successfully reprogrammed human pancreatic cells to produce insulin, offering hope for new therapies in
Male Hair Loss Not Caused by Testosterone
A long-standing myth among the population and some medical professionals and researchers has been scientifically disproven. According to recent studies, the male hormone testosterone is
