It's the second week of term. You've finally figured out how to use the washing machine, your flatmates are starting to feel like friends, and the whirlwind of freshers' week is behind you. But just ...

“Nail biting can cause small injuries around the nail, allowing bacteria, viruses and fungi to enter. This may lead to an infection called paronychia, which causes inflammation of the nail fold,” ...

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Did you bite your nails today? While it might seem harmless, nail biting can actually increase your risk of infection. “Nail biting can cause small injuries around the nail, allowing bacteria, viruses ...

The presence of additional proteins in urine leads to foamy urine as a primary cause. The normal function of kidneys prevents proteins from entering urine, but damage to these organs allows proteins ...

When María Branyas Morera died in 2024 at the age of 117, she left more than memories. She left science a gift: samples of her microbiome. Researchers discovered her gut was as diverse as someone ...

We know inhaling polluted air harms our lungs—but what about our brains? According to compelling new research, pollution may put you at higher risk of being hospitalized for one of the most common ...

Morning eye crust, or rheum, is a normal accumulation of natural eye secretions and debris during sleep. However, excessive, discolored, or persistent crust can signal underlying conditions such as ...

A new ACC scientific statement shows that cholesterol control alone is not enough; targeting inflammation with lifestyle and proven therapies can reduce hidden cardiovascular risk and save lives.

Power struggles? Drought? Overpopulation? Whatever happened to the Maya remains a mystery—with clues hidden in the jungle. Temple in TikalAbove the thick tree roots of the Petén jungle rises Temple V ...

Your car's engine, whether gas, diesel, or hybrid, requires sufficient oil to operate smoothly. Too much oil is bad for any engine, but the right amount offers protection against cold starts, reduces ...