New TB drug candidates developed from soil bacteria

A new treatment for TB set to be developed using compounds derived from bacterium that live…

Aging can be good for you (if you’re a yeast)

It’s a cheering thought for anyone heading towards their golden years. Research has shown that ageing…

Drug used to treat weak bones associated with micro-cracks

A type of drug used to treat weak bones is associated with an increased risk of…

Study brings hope of a new treatment for asthma sufferers

Improved treatments for people with severe asthma are a ‘step closer’ after a research team identified…

US workers without paid sick leave more likely to forego preventive health care

More than 20 million Americans have gained health insurance coverage through the Affordable Care Act (ACA)…

Tailored preventive oral health intervention improves dental health among elderly

A tailored preventive oral health intervention significantly improved the cleanliness of teeth and dentures among elderly…

Activated T-cells drive post-heart attack heart failure

Chronic inflammation after a heart attack can promote heart failure and death. Researchers have now shown…

Improving the biodiversity of green roofs

Using living organisms such as bacteria or fungi, as an alternative to chemical fertilizers, can improve…

Overweight mothers underestimate their children’s weight

Mothers who are overweight or obese tend to underestimate the weights of their obese children, according…

Lab researchers 3D print with high-performance carbon fiber

Researchers, for the the first time, have 3D printed aerospace-grade carbon fiber composites, opening the door…