Category: Medical Discoveries
Innovation
Gene Editing – We Can, But Should We?
A deeper look at the ethics of scientific breakthroughs. Stories of scientists manipulating genes have flooded news channels lately. With them come a steady stream of speculation on the potential miracles — and disasters…
Medical Discoveries
Researchers Discover New Genetic Cause of Deafness
When parents are told their children are deaf or hard of hearing, they often have many questions, and one of the most common is: “Why?” Hearing loss is the…
Clinical Trials
Study Finds Women Who Drank More Water Had Fewer Recurring Urinary Tract Infections
A study led by the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine has shown that increased water consumption helps reduce the recurrence of urinary tract infections (cystitis) among women. “While…