Breakthrough in Gene Editing to Cure Rare Diseases

Scientists from the USA have for the first time cured a child with a rare genetic disorder by editing their genes after birth. The baby was born with a CPS1 deficiency, which could lead to developmental delays in the brain and a 50% chance of death, but doctors were able to identify the necessary mutation and "rewrite the DNA" with a custom-made drug introduced into the liver. In the future, this technology could also be used to treat other rare diseases, including muscular dystrophy.

AI Bed Created in the USA

Eight Sleep Pod 5 self-adjusts to provide the owner with perfect rest. The smart furniture is trained on 10 million sleep hours: it recognizes pulse, posture, and breathing, adjusts the ideal temperature, and even raises the owner's head in case of snoring. It comes with a cooling blanket and an audio system with nature sounds.

Fluoride Containing Products and Their Impacts

Fluoride-containing drops and tablets for cavities in children lower IQ, lead to obesity, and disrupt thyroid function. Right now, the American FDA urgently removes these products from store shelves. For decades, fluoride intake was considered beneficial – supposedly it strengthens enamel, especially in children.

Restoring Vision Without Correction

Biologists from South Korea have developed a drug that triggers the regeneration of the eye's retina. The drug consists of antibodies that block the protein prospero homeobox 1 (Prox1). It is this protein that hinders the regeneration of the retina's nerves. During trials, the effect of blocking Prox1 lasted for 6 months or more. However, clinical trials on humans will only begin in 2028.

Ozempic halves cancer risk, scientists find

Researchers from the University of Manchester have concluded that weight loss drugs have a powerful anti-cancer effect - taking the hypothetical Ozempic reduces cancer risk by an incredible 41%.

Uncleaned Teeth Cause Heart Problems

Researchers have discovered that the bacterium Porphyromonas gingivalis, which resides on the gums and causes periodontitis, can enter the bloodstream. Once it reaches the heart, it triggers the process of fibrosis - the formation of scar tissue. This, in turn, can lead to serious consequences such as arrhythmia, heart attack, and heart failure.

Tumor Removed Through Eye Socket in the USA

In the USA, a spinal tumor was removed through the eye socket. A 19-year-old resident of Maryland was found to have a chordoma the size of a chicken egg in the upper cervical vertebrae, and neurosurgeons decided to extract it through the eye socket. They made incisions in the patient's lower eyelid, moved the eye by a few millimeters, removed part of the maxillary bone and the walls of the eye socket, providing a pathway to the base of the skull. The operation was monitored through the right nostril while tissues were extracted through the left. In the end, everything was reinforced with titanium plates and mesh.

Microplastics are disrupting your sleep

The more you use plastic utensils, the worse it is for you. Scientists have found that chemical elements in plastic, such as phthalates and Bisphenol-A, cause severe insomnia. People with high levels of these compounds in their blood sleep poorly and wake up often. Experts recommend limiting the use of plastic packaging, especially for storing and heating food.

Neuralink Works Wonders

Neuralink works wonders. A paralyzed man is playing video games again - now with his children - thanks to a brain chip from Neuralink. The device directly reads signals from the brain and transmits them to a computer, allowing games to be controlled by the power of thought. This is one of the first real cases where a neuroimplant has restored lost abilities to a person in everyday life.

Obesity Conquered

Obesity conquered - scientists have discovered a simple method to quickly burn fats and block the accumulation of new ones. The method has already been tested on humans and it works. The sponsor of your weight loss is the protein MTCH2 ('Mitch') - when it's blocked, body cells 'switch' and start rapidly burning fats for energy, without losing muscle mass. The coolest part: new fat stops accumulating - as cells actively absorb it. Right now, scientists are working on an accessible and effective therapy that will allow people with obesity to lose weight noticeably.

iPhones and AirPods harm male sperm

iPhones and AirPods harm male sperm, claims renowned doctor Paul Saladino. The issue is that these devices operate on Bluetooth with radiofrequency electromagnetic radiation. The doctor refers to hundreds of studies mentioning the harmful effects of gadgets on DNA and sperm motility. Paul is convinced that wearing headphones 24/7 is akin to strapping a microwave to your brain. The same goes for smartphones - constantly carrying them in pockets may harm male health.

Games Save the Brain - Super Mario Defeats Dementia

Scientists from Canada conducted a large-scale study and finally ended the debates: video games genuinely protect against senile dementia. Three groups of people did different things for half a year: some played Super Mario, others engaged in music, and the third group did nothing. When the study concluded, scanners showed that gamers had an increase in gray matter volume in their brains. They performed better on tests, showed greater activity, and cognitive flexibility.

Gene Mutation Leads to Just Three Hours of Sleep a Night

Scientists have learned about several hundred people who sleep 3-6 hours a day. They studied their DNA and found a common mutation in the SIK3 gene: it has many functions - for example, it helps regulate protein localization. Possibly, this mutation shortens sleep duration by maintaining brain homeostasis. This partially supports the theory that sleep helps the brain reset. A group of scientists hopes that ongoing research will help understand how sleep regulation works in humans and aid in more effectively combating sleep disorders.

Deadly Fungus Threatens Europe

The deadly fungus Aspergillus could destroy Europe and even reach China. Due to climate changes, the fungus has begun to spread rapidly. Its spores attack the lungs and can cause suffocation - it is especially dangerous for asthmatics, people with chronic diseases, and those with weakened immune systems. According to scientists, one type of Aspergillus could spread to 77% of new territories by 2100 if countries continue to use fossil fuels. Its reproduction is also affected by wildfires, droughts, and heavy rains.

White Wine and Champagne Beneficial for the Heart

White wine and champagne are beneficial for the heart, according to scientists from Shanghai. Moderate consumption of such alcohol can reduce the risk of heart failure by 30%. This is due to the antioxidant resveratrol found in red grapes. It has a positive effect on the brain and heart.

Sweets are more harmful than drugs

Sweets have turned out to be more harmful than drugs - they kill more people than any banned substances. The issue is that cookies, candies, snacks, and so on lead to diabetes and other severe diseases. The difference is substantial: in 2022, sweets 'killed' 124,000 people, while drugs claimed 74,000. And this is not even mentioning obesity, which slowly but surely takes thousands of people annually.

Deadly 'Popcorn' Disease EVALI in Vapers

Deadly 'Popcorn' disease EVALI develops in vapers in just three months, oncologists say. The body cannot process the toxins: shortness of breath, chest pain, fever, fatigue, and vomiting begin. In severe cases, the disease progresses to acute respiratory failure with a mortality rate of up to 50%.

Medtronic Tests Hugo Robot in Surgeries

Medtronic company tested its medical robot Hugo in 137 real surgical operations, and the result was stunning - the success rate was 98.5%. Elon Musk has already stated that in 5 years, robots will become better than living surgeons.

People with heightened anxiety should avoid pets

People with heightened anxiety are better off not having pets – they disrupt their psyche. Scientists have discovered that anxious people feel fear of losing their pet and become obsessed with over-caring instead of feeling affection. Some may even suffer from their love for their pet. Caring for a pet can also lead to depression – positive emotions from interacting with them do not help.

Unfiltered Beer: The Healthiest

Unfiltered beer is the healthiest for the body. In moderate amounts, it helps to restore strength after a workday and physical exertion. All thanks to the presence of B vitamins and other nutrients in the foam.