Monthly peer‑reviewed biomedical journal covering research, reviews and news
A set of studies and reports show weight-loss drugs can reduce fat while preserving muscle when paired with targeted therapies. Experts emphasize the importance of protein intake and strength training, while researchers investigate how these medications might help combat age-related muscle loss.
The Bundibugyo-strain Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo has reached over 4,000 confirmed cases with about 1,900 deaths, and is progressing at an unprecedented rate. Health workers face unpaid wages, security threats and misinformation while WHO and Africa CDC coordinate trials and vaccination efforts amid a volatile security situation.
New observational data suggests Shingrix vaccination in older adults is associated with lower cardiovascular risk and reduced dementia incidence over multi-year follow-ups. Studies compare Shingrix to Zostavax and find reductions in heart disease, stroke, and dementia, with stronger signals in men for heart outcomes.