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Scientists have found a secret 'switch' that lets bacteria resist antibiotics — and it's been evading lab tests for decades
By Kristel Tjandra published
Microbiologists are on a quest to unravel a rare phenomenon involved in antibiotic resistance and how it may change our understanding of infections.
Who should get the new RSV vaccines? Here's everything you need to know
By Nicoletta Lanese last updated
There are now RSV vaccines approved for older adults and for pregnant people, and antibody shots (not vaccines) available for babies. What's the difference?
CDC issues new guidelines for RSV vaccines, citing side-effect concerns
By Nicoletta Lanese published
The CDC has clarified and narrowed its recommendations for which older adults should get an RSV vaccine.
Injectable goo could fix joints without surgery, early study suggests
By Emily Cooke published
New research shows that an injectable goo can repair cartilage damage in animals' joints within six months. Scientists are now developing the tech for use in humans.
What is doping? And which performance-enhancing drugs are banned?
By Sara G. Miller, Emily Cooke last updated
Many drugs are forbidden for use by athletes in major international competitions, such as the Olympics. Here's why.
Genetically engineered 'mind control' parasite could deliver drugs to the brain
By Nicoletta Lanese published
Scientists are developing an engineered parasite to get drugs into the brain.
Rare 'stiff person syndrome' treated with reconfigured cancer therapy
By RJ Mackenzie published
A case study shows how a therapy typically used for cancer could be adapted to treat a disorder that Céline Dion recently disclosed she has.
Malaria drug may treat root cause of PCOS, early study hints
By Sneha Khedkar published
A study in humans and lab animals suggests that an antimalarial drug might treat the root cause of PCOS symptoms.
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