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New research led by the University of Minnesota School of Medicine shows that molecules that act as “molecular bumpers” and “molecular glues” can rewire G protein-coupled receptor (GPCR) signaling, turning the cell’s busiest receptors into precision tools – opening the door to a new generation of safer, smarter drugs. The findings were published today in Nature. About one-third of all drugs approved by the Food and Drug Administration target the GPCR family. Although they are the largest family of successful drug targets, scientists recognize that these receptors still hold untapped potential as targets for new therapies. These receptors can activate…
After more than a century of steady progress, new research warns that the world’s life expectancy explosion is slowing, largely because improvements in early-life mortality have already been achieved. Study: Cohort mortality projections show signs of slowing life expectancy gains. Image credit: puyalroyo/Shutterstock.com The rate of increase in life expectancy in high-income countries may slow over time, particularly due to the slower rate of improvement in mortality at very young ages, according to a new study published in PNAS. Steady gains in uncertainty Advances in public health, medical science, and socioeconomic structure have significantly increased life expectancy in high-income countries…
This post is sponsored by CurrentBody, but all opinions are 100% honest and my own. This post contains affiliate links and each purchase helps cover the cost of running this blog at no extra cost to you! Full disclosure policyDid you know that your neck and décolleté are among the first places to show signs of aging?1 Not only because the skin there is actually thinner than the rest of your face, but also because many of us forget to leave our entire routine under our chin. OuchEven for those who diligently protect and care for this delicate area, it…
Olive Tree People just released their Olive Rose makeup line. Here are the new products and my thoughts and review! I just got my hands on the brand new Olive Rose makeup range from Olive Tree People. The range is water-free, infused with skin care, enriched with hydroxytyrosol, one of nature’s most powerful antioxidants derived from olive trees. This is the same ingredient found in Oliveda skin care. These products don’t just make you look polished – they nourish and protect your skin with every use. They’re also cleverly designed (like the blush and eyeshadow) and the new pump form…
Fitness is important to skinny men for a number of reasons. First and foremost, fitness can help reduce the risk of developing health problems later in life. Additionally, fitness can help skinny men feel better about themselves, improve their energy levels, and increase their overall strength and endurance. However, fitness can be a challenge for thin men. They may not have a lot of muscle mass to work with, which can make it difficult to build muscle and achieve desired results. Additionally, thin men may have trouble staying motivated to stay in shape due to a lack of visible progress.…
When Sean Fletcher joined Sam Biswas’s Medical and Molecular Sciences (MMSC) lab at the University of Delaware College of Health Sciences the summer of his freshman year, he had no research or lab experience. Two years later, the senior medical diagnostician published a paper as first author after revealing new insights into how human papillomavirus (HPV) works at the molecular level. In a study recently published in Journal of Virology, Fletcher and co-authors Biswas, MMSC professor, and Esther Biswas-Fiss, MMSC professor and president, used bioinformatics to identify conserved regions of the HPV E2 protein, which plays a critical role in…
With Sarah Mellott Editor’s note: This post comes from our data newsletter, the Rural Index, led by Sarah Melotte, the Daily Yonder’s data reporter. Contribute to receive a weekly map or chart straight to your inbox. In 2026, millions of rural Americans will see their health insurance premiums skyrocket — some by more than $1,300 a month — if Republicans win budget negotiations and end Biden-era insurance subsidies, according to my analysis. data from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). The Senate version of Trump’s budget deal failed to garner enough votes to pass, resulting in a…
So, your teen has shown some interest in makeup, or maybe you’re a teen yourself reading this and looking for the best makeup for teen beginners. Either way, if you have sensitive skin, you’ve probably noticed something—not all skin handles makeup the same way. You may have a friend who can pile on product after product with zero problems, but put on a single swipe of foundation and breakout! If you or your teen falls into this second category, you’ll want to be a little more careful about the products you use. Fortunately, you don’t have to give up makeup…
As a woman, your body will change as you get older. Your energy, muscle tone and strength may not be where you want them to be. But the good news is that you can feel stronger and more confident by adding strength training to your workout routine. It can feel scary to make a change. But here’s some more good news: we’ve rounded up 18 strength exercises you can complete at home with little time and basic equipment. Let’s get started! 18 Strength Exercises for Women Over 40 Upper body exercises 1. Wall push-up This exercise strengthens your chest, shoulders…
Researchers at the Columbia University Fertility Center have reported the first successful pregnancy using an AI-guided method they developed to retrieve sperm from men with azoospermia, in which ejaculation contains little or no sperm. The case is described in an investigative letter published in The Lancet. Male factors are responsible for about 40% of couples with infertility. Of these, approximately 10-15% of men with infertility have azoospermia. A sperm sample may look completely normal, but when you look under the microscope you just discover a sea of cellular debris, with no sperm visible. Many couples with male factor infertility…