Disability News
October 8, 2025
Top Headlines
Oct. 7, 2025 — Scientists have discovered that DMT, a natural compound found in plants and even the human brain, can dramatically reduce brain damage caused by stroke. The psychoactive molecule, long known for its hallucinogenic effects, restored the blood-brain ...
Oct. 5, 2025 — Stanford scientists found that aging disrupts the brain’s internal navigation system in mice, mirroring spatial memory decline in humans. Older mice struggled to recall familiar locations, while a few “super-agers” retained youthful brain ...
Oct. 2, 2025 — Penn researchers found that psilocybin can calm brain circuits tied to pain and mood, easing both physical suffering and emotional distress in animal studies. The compound works in the anterior cingulate cortex, bypassing injury sites and offering a ...
Sep. 30, 2025 — Scientists have kept a tiny slice of cochlea alive outside the body, directly witnessing how hair cells amplify sound. The finding confirms a universal principle of hearing and could pave the way for long-sought treatments for hearing ...
Sep. 26, 2025 — Scientists have discovered a way to block pain while still allowing the body’s natural healing to take place. Current painkillers like ibuprofen and aspirin often come with harmful side effects because they shut down both pain and inflammation. ...
Sep. 23, 2025 — AI-powered analysis of routine blood tests can reveal hidden patterns that predict recovery and survival after spinal cord injuries. This breakthrough could make life-saving predictions affordable and accessible in hospitals ...
Sep. 22, 2025 — Alcohol doesn’t just damage the liver — it locks its cells in a strange “in-between” state that prevents them from healing. Even after someone quits drinking, liver cells often get stuck, unable to function normally or regenerate. Scientists ...
Sep. 20, 2025 — A sweeping analysis of nearly 10,000 patients reveals that knee braces, hydrotherapy, and exercise stand out as the most effective non-drug therapies for knee osteoarthritis. Unlike common pain medications that carry risks, these low-cost and ...
Sep. 16, 2025 — Scientists in Zurich have shown that stem cell transplants can reverse stroke damage by regenerating neurons, restoring motor functions, and even repairing blood vessels. The breakthrough not only healed mice with stroke-related impairments but also ...
Sep. 15, 2025 — Eye drops combining pilocarpine and diclofenac helped patients read extra lines on vision charts, with effects lasting up to two years. The treatment could revolutionize presbyopia care as a safe, non-surgical alternative to ...
Sep. 15, 2025 — Dry eyes are far more common than previously believed, with over half of adults in the US and Europe experiencing symptoms, yet most remain undiagnosed for years. The large-scale NESTS study reveals that sufferers often endure daily discomfort that ...
Sep. 14, 2025 — Chronic insomnia may do more than leave you groggy, it could speed up brain aging. A large Mayo Clinic study found that people with long-term sleep troubles were 40% more likely to develop dementia or cognitive impairment, with brain scans showing ...
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Oct. 3, 2025 — A massive NIH-backed study reveals that COVID-19’s toll on smell may be more widespread and lasting than most realize. Even patients without noticeable symptoms often performed poorly on scent ...
Sep. 14, 2025 — Researchers trained AI on tens of thousands of eye scans, enabling doctors to predict which keratoconus patients need early treatment and which can be safely monitored, cutting down on unnecessary ...
Sep. 8, 2025 — Researchers studying over 1,000 children found that omega-3 fatty acids may help protect against myopia, while saturated fats may increase risk. Kids with more omega-3 in their diet had healthier eye ...
Sep. 2, 2025 — Japanese scientists have developed ADRIANA, a non-opioid painkiller that could provide powerful relief without the dangers of addiction. With successful trials already completed, large U.S. studies ...
Aug. 30, 2025 — Scientists at Mount Sinai have created an artificial intelligence system that can predict how likely rare genetic mutations are to actually cause disease. By combining machine learning with millions ...
Aug. 30, 2025 — Scientists have uncovered a surprising new healing mechanism in injured cells called cathartocytosis, in which cells "vomit" out their internal ...
Aug. 29, 2025 — For people with macular telangiectasia type 2 (MacTel), an orphan retinal disorder that gradually destroys central vision, there have long been no approved treatment options. But now, a new study ...
Aug. 29, 2025 — Harvard scientists have uncovered that lithium, a naturally occurring element in the brain, may be the missing piece in understanding Alzheimer’s. Their decade-long research shows that lithium ...
Aug. 28, 2025 — Using cannabis to self-medicate comes with hidden dangers—new research shows these users face higher paranoia and consume more THC. Childhood trauma further amplifies the risks, especially ...
Aug. 26, 2025 — University of Minnesota researchers developed a 3D-printed scaffold that directs stem cells to grow into functioning nerve cells, successfully restoring movement in rats with severed spinal cords. ...
Earlier Headlines
Aug. 18, 2025 — Scientists are developing a surgery-free alternative to LASIK that reshapes the cornea using electricity instead of lasers. In rabbit tests, the method corrected vision in minutes without ...
Aug. 18, 2025 — A sweeping review of 67 trials has cast doubt on the use of ketamine and similar NMDA receptor antagonists for chronic pain relief. While ketamine is frequently prescribed off-label for conditions ...
Aug. 16, 2025 — A groundbreaking study has found that a simple change in walking style can ease osteoarthritis pain as effectively as medication—without the side effects. By adjusting foot angle, participants ...
Aug. 13, 2025 — Cambridge scientists have cracked the mystery of why cuff-based blood pressure monitors often give inaccurate readings, missing up to 30% of high blood pressure cases. By building a physical model ...
Aug. 12, 2025 — Researchers have discovered that parts of the human brain age more slowly than previously thought—particularly in the region that processes touch. By using ultra-high-resolution brain scans, they ...
Aug. 10, 2025 — Sunniva Kwapeng struggled with lipoedema, a painful condition causing disproportionate fat accumulation, until finally being diagnosed in her 40s. An NTNU study found that a low-carb diet helped ...
Aug. 10, 2025 — Many foods we consume today are ultraprocessed, packed with unhealthy ingredients, and linked to major health risks. As consumption of these foods rises, so do chronic health issues, especially among ...
Aug. 10, 2025 — Ozempic’s weight loss benefits might come at the cost of muscle strength, even if muscle size remains relatively stable. This raises significant concerns for older adults, who are already at risk ...
Aug. 4, 2025 — Your brain has its own elite defense team — and new research shows these "guardian" cells might be the real battleground for neurological diseases like Alzheimer’s and stroke. ...
July 30, 2025 — Stepping into a virtual forest or waterfall scene through VR could be the future of pain management. A new study shows that immersive virtual nature dramatically reduces pain sensitivity almost as ...
July 30, 2025 — A newly mapped neural circuit shows how our skin senses cool temperatures and sends that info to the brain, revealing an unexpected amplifier in the spinal cord and offering insight into cold-related ...
July 29, 2025 — Scientists at Columbia Engineering have developed an injectable hydrogel made from yogurt-derived extracellular vesicles (EVs) that could revolutionize regenerative medicine. These EVs serve both as ...
July 24, 2025 — Even the most powerful AI models, including ChatGPT, can make surprisingly basic errors when navigating ethical medical decisions, a new study reveals. Researchers tweaked familiar ethical dilemmas ...
Aug. 3, 2025 — Could popular diabetes and weight loss drugs like Ozempic actually protect your brain from stroke damage, or prevent strokes altogether? Three new studies presented at a major neurosurgery conference ...
July 18, 2025 — President Trump s diagnosis of Chronic Venous Insufficiency (CVI) has brought renewed attention to a frequently overlooked yet dangerous condition. CVI affects the ability of veins especially in the ...
July 18, 2025 — A massive European study has uncovered a powerful connection between hearing loss, loneliness, and memory decline. Researchers at the University of Geneva found that older adults with hearing ...
July 14, 2025 — Zebrafish can regenerate sensory hair cells that humans permanently lose, like those in the inner ear linked to hearing and balance. New research reveals two specific genes that control how different ...
July 12, 2025 — Scientists at ETH Zurich have broken new ground by generating over 400 types of nerve cells from stem cells in the lab, far surpassing previous efforts that produced only a few dozen. By ...
July 10, 2025 — What if your brain is the reason some pain feels unbearable? Scientists at the Salk Institute have discovered a hidden brain circuit that gives pain its emotional punch—essentially transforming ...
Aug. 8, 2025 — Cutting calories doesn’t just slim you down—it also reduces cysteine, an amino acid that flips fat cells from storage mode to fat-burning mode. Researchers found that lowering cysteine sparks the ...
Monday, August 18, 2025
- Forget LASIK: Safer, Cheaper Vision Correction Could Be Coming Soon
- Is Ketamine the Answer for Chronic Pain? New Findings Cast Doubt
Saturday, August 16, 2025
Wednesday, August 13, 2025
Tuesday, August 12, 2025
Sunday, August 10, 2025
- Can a Diet Really Ease Lipoedema? Sunniva’s Journey to Pain Relief and Weight Loss
- How Much Damage Are Ultraprocessed Foods Really Doing to Your Health?
- Losing Weight but Gaining Weakness? What Ozempic Might Be Doing to Your Muscles
Monday, August 4, 2025
Wednesday, July 30, 2025
- Pain Relief Without Pills? VR Nature Scenes Trigger the Brain’s Healing Switch
- Why Cold Feels Good: Scientists Uncover the Chill Pathway
Tuesday, July 29, 2025
Thursday, July 24, 2025
Sunday, August 3, 2025
Friday, July 18, 2025
- Why Trump’s Leg Swelling Could Be a Warning Sign for Millions
- The Silent Threat: How Hearing Loss and Loneliness Are Fueling Memory Decline
Monday, July 14, 2025
Saturday, July 12, 2025
Thursday, July 10, 2025
Friday, August 8, 2025
Sunday, July 6, 2025
Saturday, July 5, 2025
Wednesday, July 2, 2025
Saturday, June 28, 2025
Sunday, July 6, 2025
Sunday, June 29, 2025
Tuesday, June 24, 2025
Friday, June 20, 2025
Tuesday, August 26, 2025
Wednesday, June 18, 2025
Thursday, June 12, 2025
- Brain-Computer Interface Restores Real-Time Speech in ALS Patient
- The Hunger Switch in Your Nose: How Smells Tell Your Brain to Stop Eating
Tuesday, June 10, 2025
Sunday, June 8, 2025
Tuesday, June 3, 2025
- Researchers Develop Innovative Model to Study Sense of Smell
- Being in Nature Can Help People With Chronic Back Pain Manage Their Condition
Monday, June 2, 2025
- Combination Therapy Can Prolong Life in Severe Heart Disease
- Brain Training Game Offers New Hope for Drug-Free Pain Management
Friday, May 30, 2025
Thursday, May 29, 2025
- Sustained in the Brain: How Lasting Emotions Arise from Brief Stimuli, in Humans and Mice
- Researchers Find Promise in a New Peptide Drug to Combat a Deadly Brain Cancer
Wednesday, May 28, 2025
Tuesday, May 27, 2025
- How Brain Stimulation Alleviates Symptoms of Parkinson's Disease
- Weight Loss Linked to Nerve Cells in the Brain
Wednesday, May 21, 2025
- Researchers Identify a Dual Origin of Cells Controlling Puberty and Reproduction
- Promising New Way to Modulate Brain Cell Activity to Potentially Treat Major Depressive Disorder in Adults
- Salivary Gland Regenerative Biobank to Combat Chronic Dry Mouth
- 'Barcodes' Written Into Our DNA Reveal How Blood Ages
- Hand2: Positional Code That Allows Axolotls to Regrow Limbs Found
- Scientists Design Gene Delivery Systems for Cells in the Brain and Spinal Cord
- Clinical Trial Shows Improvements for Spinal Cord Injuries
Tuesday, May 20, 2025
- How Serious Is Your Brain Injury? New Criteria Will Reveal More
- New Research on ALS Opens Up for Early Treatment
- How Molecules Can 'remember' And Contribute to Memory and Learning
- Why Some Viral Infections Appear to Trigger Autoimmune Disease
- Depression Linked to Physical Pain Years Later
- Eating Craved Foods With Meals Lessens Cravings, Boosts Weight Loss
Monday, May 19, 2025
- After Cardiac Event, People Who Regularly Sit for Too Long Had Higher Risk of Another Event
- Experimental Painkiller Could Outsmart Opioids -- Without the High
- Fast Food, Fast Impact: How Fatty Meals Rapidly Weaken Our Gut Defenses
Friday, May 16, 2025
- A Step Closer to the Confident Production of Blood Stem Cells for Regenerative Medicine
- Relieve Your Pain With a Psychologist or an App
- New Auditory Brainstem Implant Shows Early Promise
Thursday, May 15, 2025
- People With Critical Cardiovascular Disease May Benefit from Palliative Care
- Recessive Genes Are Subject to Darwinian Selection
- Cyberbullying in Any Form Can Be Traumatizing for Kids
- New Stem Cell Model Sheds Light on Human Amniotic Sac Development
Wednesday, May 14, 2025
- Vision Loss, Damage Could Be Tied to Eye Pressure, Study Finds
- Could a Mini-Stroke Leave Lasting Fatigue?
- A Step Forward in Treating Serious Genetic Disorders Prenatally
- Got Data? Breastfeeding Device Measures Babies' Milk Intake in Real Time
- Postpartum Depression and Bonding: Long-Term Effects on School-Age Children
- New Generation of Skin Substitutes Give Hope to Severe Burns Patients
Tuesday, May 13, 2025
Monday, May 12, 2025
- CAR-T Cell Therapy for Cancer Causes 'brain Fog,' Study Shows
- Addressing Hearing Loss May Reduce Isolation Among the Elderly
- Different Anesthetics, Same Result: Unconsciousness by Shifting Brainwave Phase
Thursday, May 8, 2025
- Promising Parkinson's Drug Decoded
- Discovering the Role of microRNA-27a in Tissue Regeneration and Bone Healing
- Vitamin Supplements Slow Down the Progression of Glaucoma
Wednesday, May 7, 2025
- Sleep Apnea During REM Sleep Linked to Memory-Related Brain Changes
- Obesity a Leading Cause of Knee Osteoarthritis
- Discovery of Antibiotic Resistance in Newly Identified Bacterium
- NFL Players More Likely to Injure Knee After Shorter Rest Period
- Teens Driving Older Vehicles Have Increased Risk for Fatal Crashes
Tuesday, May 6, 2025
- Breakthrough Discovery Uses Gut Bacteria and AI to Diagnose a Chronic Pain Syndrome
- New Chronic Pain Therapy Retrains the Brain to Process Emotions
Monday, May 5, 2025
- A Long and Ongoing Look at the Secrets of Human Longevity and Healthy Aging
- Topical Gel Relieved Ear Infections in Animals After Just One Dose
- PTSD Patients Show Long-Term Benefits With Vagus Nerve Stimulation
Friday, May 2, 2025
Wednesday, April 30, 2025
- Engineers Develop Wearable Heart Attack Detection Tech
- Study Links Childhood Trauma to Increased Substance Use and Unexpected Effects on Heart Rate and Blood Pressure in Adolescents
- Mindfulness Therapy Reduces Opioid Craving and Addiction, Study Finds
- Machine Learning Brings New Insights to Cell's Role in Addiction, Relapse
- New 'hidden in Plain Sight' Facial and Eye Biomarkers for Tinnitus Severity Could Unlock Path to Testing Treatments
Monday, April 28, 2025
- United States Sees Disproportionate Increase in Body Mass Index Rates of More Than 60
- Left or Right Arm? New Research Reveals Why Vaccination Site Matters for Immune Response
- Largest Osteoarthritis Genetic Study Uncovers Pathways to New Therapies and Repurposed Drugs
- Trouble Hearing in Noisy Places and Crowded Spaces? Researchers Say New Algorithm Could Help Hearing Aid Users