Omega-3 and ASA Combination Promising for Severe Periodontitis

A combination of omega-3 and low-dose acetylsalicylic acid (ASA) achieved clinical results comparable to antibiotics in treating severe periodontitis, according to a study published in the May issue of the Journal of Periodontology. Researchers affiliated with Albert Einstein Israelite Hospital, Guarulhos University, the University of Taubaté, and the Ribeirão Preto School of Dentistry at USP … Read more

Why the ‘Children of Blood and Bone’ Director Rejected the Film Twice

The official trailer for the film adaptation of Tomi Adeyemi’s bestselling fantasy novel “Children of Blood and Bone” has sparked online discussion, accompanied by director Gina Prince-Bythewood’s revelation that she initially turned down the project twice over a seven-year period. Slated to hit theaters on Jan. 15, the Paramount adaptation of the first installment of … Read more

Iodine and Immunity: How Balance Affects Your Immune System

According to a narrative review published in the journal Nutrients by researchers at the University of Guelph and ImmunoCeutica Inc., iodine intake follows a narrow U-shaped relationship that dictates how the micronutrient influences immune defenses across humans and domesticated mammals. While adequate intake supports leukocyte metabolism and thyroid-driven immunity, both chronic deficiency and sustained excess … Read more

Evidence-Based Orthodontic Care for Adults: Expert Consensus

Adult orthodontic care faces new diagnostic and biomechanical frameworks established by international experts to handle complex cases involving reduced bone support, periodontal concerns, and skeletal discrepancies. According to consensus articles published in the International Journal of Oral Science, clinicians are moving beyond simple teeth straightening to balance facial aesthetics, skeletal relationships, and digital planning technologies … Read more

New Immune Receptor Identified as Key Driver of Organ Aging

Stanford Medicine researchers have identified a primary driver of biological aging: the failure of tissue-resident macrophages to clear senescent, or “zombie,” neutrophils from the body. According to a study published July 16 in Science, blocking a specific pro-inflammatory receptor, EP2, on these immune cells rejuvenated organ function and reduced age-related frailty in mice. This discovery … Read more

New Genetic Reference Map Accelerates Stem Cell Research

Bioengineers at the University of California San Diego have created the first genome-scale reference map detailing how individual genes influence the behavior and identity of human induced pluripotent stem cells (iPSCs). Published in Nature Biotechnology, the study utilized CRISPR technology to systematically switch off 11,692 genes, providing a reference atlas for researchers to predict how … Read more

New Engineered Scaffold Restores Skull Growth in Craniosynostosis Models

Researchers have developed a triphasic biomaterial scaffold that successfully restores the cranial suture stem cell niche in cases of craniosynostosis. According to a study published in Bone Research on May 28, 2026, the scaffold—engineered from poly(L-lactic acid)—prevents premature skull bone fusion by maintaining essential skeletal stem cells, offering a potential alternative to invasive surgical procedures … Read more

Electroacupuncture at Lianquan Point for Post-Stroke Dysphagia Recovery

Researchers at Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine have identified the hypoglossal nucleus (12N) as the primary brainstem motor node responsible for the swallowing improvements observed after electroacupuncture at the “Lianquan” (CV23) acupoint. Published in Acupuncture Research on August 25, 2025 (DOI: 10.13702/j.1000-0607.20250444), the study confirms that this neural pathway is essential for restoring swallowing function … Read more

Why Autoimmunity Increases With Age: The Role of Senescent Immune Cells

Immune aging, or immunosenescence, triggers a decline in the body’s ability to fight infections and tumors while simultaneously increasing the risk of chronic inflammation and autoimmune diseases. According to a review published in the Journal of Clinical Investigation, the human immune system reaches a critical inflection point around age 50, where molecular signatures of aging … Read more

Prunes vs. Supplements: Study Evaluates Impact on Male Bone Density

Daily consumption of prunes does not increase bone mineral density (BMD) in older men more effectively than standard calcium and vitamin D3 supplementation, according to a randomized controlled trial published in the journal Nutrients. While the study found minor shifts in specific bone biomarkers, researchers observed no measurable improvement in bone density over a 12-month … Read more