Most U.S. adults have hearts older than their actual age
Most U.S. adults have a "heart age" older than their chronological age, with larger gaps among men, lower-income individuals, and Black or Hispanic adults.
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Umbilical stem cells hailed as regenerative medicine breakthrough
New review highlights the potential of umbilical stem cells in regenerative medicine and bioengineering.
Umbilical stem cells dubbed 'Holy Grail' for regenerative medicine
Umbilical stem cells from Wharton's Jelly offer non-invasive, scalable regenerative therapy options.
Umbilical Stem Cells: Potential 'Holy Grail' for Regenerative Medicine
New review highlights Wharton's Jelly stem cells as a promising, non-invasive option for regenerative therapies.
Spirals in umbilical cord keep babies cool
Spirals in the umbilical cord help keep babies cool before birth by minimizing heat and oxygen loss.
Gun violence linked to poor sleep in teens
Teen exposure to gun violence linked to poor sleep and violent behaviors, per study.
New causes of heart attacks in younger adults, especially women
New research identifies under-recognized causes of heart attacks in younger adults, particularly women.
Rheumatoid arthritis begins years before symptoms appear, study finds
Rheumatoid arthritis starts silently years before symptoms, new study reveals.
Autistic women excel in education, face mental health struggles
Autistic women show strengths in education and employment but face mental health challenges.
Drug-resistant infections surge 70% in the U.S.
Drug-resistant infections in the U.S. rose by 70% between 2019 and 2023, driven by strains with the NDM gene, CDC data reveals.