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Some firefighter gear is being manufactured with chemicals called brominated flame retardants that could pose a risk to firefighter health.

A large UBC-led study shows COVID-19 vaccination significantly reduces hospitalization, ICU admission, and preterm birth. Protection remained strong across Delta and Omicron waves, with added benefits when vaccination occurred during pregnancy.

Delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol) and CBD (cannabidiol) from cannabis show promising anti-cancer effects on ovarian cancer cells. Both reduce cell growth, and together they may kill existing cells, pointing to potential new treatments.

Researchers have uncovered differences in how multiple myeloma develops and progresses in men and in women, which could lead to earlier detection and sex-specific treatments.

SickKids researchers discovered that a long non-coding RNA, CISTR-ACT, directly regulates cell size. Using gene-editing tools, they showed that increasing CISTR-ACT shrinks cells, while removing it makes cells larger.

Penn State researchers discovered that two proteins within the CCR4-NOT complex have opposing effects on mRNA stability. Using a precision protein-degradation tool in human cancer cells, the team showed that one protein slows mRNA decay.

Research shows how cells respond to brain injury by releasing corticotropin-releasing hormone, which helps to repair damage.

Discover how biodegradable tableware made with wheat straw or bran can transfer gluten into some foods and drinks at levels above gluten-free thresholds.

A study finds that a single gut bacterium can lower blood sugar, reduce fat accumulation and limit weight gain in mice. The microbe produces fatty molecules that counter harmful metabolic effects of high-fat diets.

UK researchers have developed an infrared-based blood test that can detect a single circulating lung cancer cell. Using FT-IR microspectroscopy and computational analysis, the method identifies cancer-specific chemical fingerprints in blood samples.