Marriage Linked to Lower Cancer Risk in Large US Study, But Questions Remain
New research suggests married individuals develop fewer cancers than their unmarried counterparts, though scientists caution against drawing simple conclusions.
Dr. Kevin Matsuda
Medical Science Reporter
Dr. Kevin Matsuda covers medical research, drug development, and clinical trials. With a background in pharmacology, he separates promising findings from premature headlines.
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West Texas Telescope Array Probes Universe's Greatest Mystery From Earth's Darkest Skies
The HETDEX project leverages Big Bend's pristine darkness to map dark energy's influence across 11 billion years of cosmic history.
Mouth Bacteria May Reveal Your Biological Age Better Than a Birthday Candle Count
New research suggests oral microbiome analysis could predict aging and disease risk through a simple rinse test.
Federal Court Blocks Interior Department's Renewable Energy Restrictions
Judge rules Trump administration's wind and solar project limitations exceeded legal authority, halting nationwide slowdown in clean energy development.
Medicover Opens Specialized Liver Clinic in Navi Mumbai Amid Rising Disease Burden
New facility aims to address India's growing liver disease crisis through early detection and integrated care.
Doctors Prescribe Nature Walks and Art Classes Instead of Pills — But Does It Work?
A growing movement called "social prescribing" is gaining traction, but researchers urge caution about its evidence base and scalability.
Personalized mRNA Vaccine Shows Promise in Early Pancreatic Cancer Trials
Researchers are adapting COVID-19 vaccine technology to target one of medicine's deadliest cancers, though caution remains warranted.
Early CAR T-Cell Intervention Shows Promise in Halting Pre-Cancerous Blood Condition
First trial of advanced immunotherapy in high-risk smoldering myeloma finds all 20 patients disease-free after treatment, with no severe side effects.
Daily Orange Consumption Shows Mixed Results in Small Fatty Liver Disease Trial
Four-week study of 'Navelina' oranges reveals tentative lipid changes, but researchers caution against drawing firm conclusions from preliminary data.
Swedish Study Finds Cocaine Alters Salmon Behavior — and Lingers in Muscle Tissue
Researchers exposed fish to trace levels of the drug to simulate wastewater contamination, with surprising physiological results.
Woman Discovers Lifelong Heart Defect After Collapsing During Countryside Bike Ride
An Essex cyclist's dramatic fall into her afternoon tea revealed a congenital condition that had gone undetected for more than five decades.
The Hidden Flaws in Your Fitness Tracker: What the Science Actually Shows
New research reveals six critical ways consumer wearables may be giving users misleading health data — and what that means for your wellness decisions. ---META--- Scientists identify six ways smartwatches mislead users about fitness and health metrics, raising questions about consumer device accuracy.
22-Year-Old Faces Terminal Lung Cancer After Seven Years of Vaping
Kayley Boda's diagnosis at an unusually young age raises questions about long-term e-cigarette risks still being studied.
Liver Disease Strikes Younger: Hepatologists Report Sharp Rise in Cases Among Adults Under 50
Delhi specialists observe alarming trend as fatty liver disease, obesity, and alcohol consumption converge in patients decades younger than traditional risk groups.
April's Waning Crescent: What Tonight's Moon Phase Means for Skywatchers
As the lunar cycle approaches its end, astronomers explain what to look for in Sunday's pre-dawn sky.
Digital Platform Brings Women Auto-Rickshaw Drivers Online in Gujarat
Fifteen drivers from economically disadvantaged backgrounds gain access to ride-hailing technology in Vadodara partnership.
Principal Dancer Sara Mearns Performs With Hearing Aids, Challenging Ballet's Culture of Silence
New York City Ballet star's decision to wear visible hearing devices onstage breaks decades-old taboo in professional dance.
Longevity Benefits of Fasting May Actually Come From What Happens When You Start Eating Again
New research challenges conventional wisdom about fasting, suggesting the metabolic changes during re-feeding — not food restriction itself — drive lifespan extension.
Weedkiller Residue Found in Most Oat-Based Breakfast Cereals, Testing Shows
Environmental Working Group study detects glyphosate in 43 of 45 popular cereal products, raising questions about agricultural practices and safety standards.
White House Orders Fast-Track Review of Psychedelic Therapies for Mental Health
Executive action aims to speed research on psilocybin and MDMA for depression and PTSD, but scientists urge caution on timeline.
Community Health Workers Fill Critical Gap as America Ages and Medical Staff Shortages Deepen
Thousands of trained non-medical professionals are keeping vulnerable seniors connected to care amid a worsening healthcare workforce crisis.
Six Clinical Trials Show Progress Against Lung, Blood, and Pancreatic Cancers
MD Anderson researchers present early-stage data at annual oncology conference, with cautious optimism for treatment combinations.
Hubble Captures Striking New Image of Distant Spiral Galaxy
The veteran space telescope continues delivering remarkable cosmic portraits more than three decades after launch.
MS Drug Ocrevus Faces Scrutiny Over Potential Breast Cancer Link and Gender Differences in Treatment Response
New safety concerns emerge around widely prescribed multiple sclerosis medication as researchers examine differential effects between male and female patients.
China Extends Space Station Mission as Astronauts Complete Third Spacewalk
Shenzhou-21 crew will remain aboard Tiangong for an additional month following successful extravehicular operations.
Summer Heat Can Wreck Your Car — Here's How to Prevent Damage
As temperatures climb, automotive experts warn that extreme heat poses serious risks to vehicle components, from batteries to paint.
MIT Engineers Develop Light-Responsive Gel That Could Bridge Electronics and Living Tissue
New ionotronic material uses ions instead of electrons to transmit signals, opening pathways for biocompatible wearables and adaptive robotics.
Microscopic Animal Revived After 24,000 Years Frozen in Siberian Permafrost
Ancient rotifer began reproducing within days of thawing, raising new questions about the limits of suspended animation in complex organisms.
Insurance Changes Threaten Access to Advanced Breast Reconstruction Surgery
Reimbursement cuts could make DIEP flap procedures financially unviable for many surgeons, limiting options for mastectomy patients.
Trump Nominates Pro-Vaccine Physician to Lead CDC in Sharp Policy Reversal
Dr. Erica Schwartz's selection signals potential retreat from vaccine skepticism as 2026 election approaches.