Health Lab Articles

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A newly developed algorithm shows how a gene is expressed at microscopic resolution

Seeing is believing: A newly developed algorithm allows researchers to see how a gene is expressed at microscopic resolution.
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Beezin’:The dangerous TikTok trend involving Burt’s Bees

A viral trend encouraging young people to put lip balm with peppermint or menthol on their eyes is the subject of a study
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Free course shines light on sleep health

An expert-led course on sleep helps educate students about the importance of creating and maintaining good sleep habits for health and wellness.
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A collaborative approach to pancreatic cancer

The Rogel and Blondy Center for Pancreatic Cancer is a center of excellence in pancreatic cancer research, combining pioneering research with innovative clinical care and an array of clinical trials. Center co-director Marina Pasca di Magliano explains that the key to a robust research program and responsive care lies in collaboration.
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4 times you might need an ultrasound and didn’t know

An article about ultrasounds and in what situations to use them in, provided by radiologists.
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Is chocolate safe for people with IBS?

With Halloween and the holiday season right around the corner, people with IBS may want to reconsider choosing to eat chocolate.
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Jill Martin’s breast cancer journey

TODAY show contributor Jill Martin talks about breast cancer treatment and why she’s advocating for early detection and genetic screening.
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More research is needed to support physicians' mental health, experts say

A pair of researchers who have studied physician mental health and stress call for more efforts to supports to prevent burnout and support wellbeing.
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Sleep apnea contributes to dementia in older adults, especially women

Obstructive sleep apnea, a common and underdiagnosed sleep disorder, contributes to dementia in older adults — particularly women, a study suggests.
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RNA research leads the 2024 Nobel Prizes

The 2024 Nobel Prizes in Medicine, Chemistry, and Physics highlight RNA research discoveries transforming medical and scientific knowledge.
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Medicare has a revolving door, study suggests

Medicare Advantage vs traditional Medicare is an annual Open Enrollment decision, and a new study looks at how many older adults revolve between the two.
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Improving organ transplant donations through a national strategy

Many organs that are ready for donation are discarded for various reasons. The Organ Procurement and Transplant Network is finding ways to combat this to increase the number of transplants done per year.
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Glaucoma study shows higher prevalence than previously estimated

An in-depth analysis of the percentage of adults, especially older adults, who have glaucoma and experience vision limits due to it shows higher prevalence and disparities.
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Should you try Apple’s hearing aid app? An audiologist weighs in

Apple has marketed its AirPods Pro 2 as soon having “clinical-grade Hearing Aid capability.” Devin McCaslin, Ph.D., an audiologist, answers some questions about the hearing aids market and about the new AirPods.
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Should teens use protein supplements?

A report highlights that many teens are using protein supplements, particularly protein powders, to improve their athletic performance and build muscle.