A scientific review concluded that fecal microbiota transplantation is more effective than antibiotics against recurrent ‘Clostridioides difficile’ infections; researchers are also investigating its possibilities in mental health and to improve the effect of immunotherapy in cancer
The first director of the Centre for Genomic Regulation and an expert in basic cancer research believes that the disease cannot be defeated, but it can be controlled
Those prepared with bacterial cultures may be useful, but scientific support for their alleged benefits in treating diarrhea, eczema, and ear infections is scarce. We review the data
A trial with thirty patients under one year of age confirms that adding a bispecific antibody to the chemotherapy treatment increases the survival rates of a subtype of blood cancer from 66% to 93%
The researcher, who is a specialist in neuroesthetics, studies the neurobiological mechanisms that are set in motion whenever you perceive something as being beautiful
In the absence of real scientific evidence to support the benefits of this booming practice, experts warn that it should be taken with a grain of salt
A dense breast can mask tumors in mammograms. But a study shows that few women perceive it as a risk factor for developing cancer
A recent study on mice has found a link between high sodium ingestion and higher levels of glucocorticoids, which, in excess, can be damaging to health
The scientific community settles doubts about these drugs after a study warned they increased the risk of cancer: they provide effective relief for severe symptoms in healthy young postmenopausal women
Gynecologists attribute these ailments to an imbalance in the area’s microbial ecosystem. Among other factors, that disequilibrium is caused by the use of antibiotics or douches that destroy the genital flora
Despite cannabis being considered a soft drug, explain the scientists, more than this amount can be detrimental
A new study suggests that the consumption of ultra-processed foods during child-rearing is associated with a higher risk of them becoming overweight or obese
Dr. Jordi Salas-Salvadó, a professor of Nutrition at Rovira i Virgili University, leads a revolutionary research project that will change what we know about the Mediterranean diet’s effects on health
The European Monitoring Centre for Drugs and Drug Addiction warns of the growing market for the highly addictive drug that can cause symptoms of psychosis
The virus has not been detected in the ‘New York Patient’ two and a half years after receiving stem cells from umbilical cord blood
There are no silver bullets or magic pills. Experts point out that quitting smoking requires high motivation, professional monitoring and even pharmacological help
The so-called ‘Düsseldorf Patient’ – a 53-year-old man – has not had any antiretroviral treatment and has been virus-free for four years
Adam Castillejo, 43, was the second person in the world to be declared completely free of HIV following a stem cell transplant to eliminate his lymphoma
The many mutations of the virus and its ability to hide from the immune system have thwarted eradication efforts
The director of the Vall d’Hebron Institute of Oncology warns about a decrease in the average age of colon cancer patients and points at unhealthy eating habits: ‘You can’t imagine the amount of garbage we eat’
Unwanted isolation is as much a cause of concern as smoking, obesity or pollution, and many experts say it’s at epidemic levels
The microbiome is a protective barrier against external pathogens that modulates the immune system and helps metabolize food. But it has additional hidden functions, and the scientific community is investigating its role in health and disease
Diama was born with sickle cell disease and needed a bone marrow transplant. Her parents underwent in vitro fertilization to select a healthy, compatible embryo and give birth to a child that could cure her
In a new book, the Barcelona-based neuropsychologist unravels the strange behaviors and conduct that neurological diseases can cause in people
A study estimates that 33 common pathogens were behind one in eight of all infection-related fatalities in 2019
According to María del Mar Malagón, obesity is a disease with multiple triggers, including gene mutations, endocrine disruptors and lifestyle habits
A new technique for regenerating cells is not ready for humans, but has potential for extending the quality of life