Author: Mary Moore RN
About The Author
Mary Moore RN
As a Registered Nurse with years of clinical experience, I am driven by the profound impact lifestyle choices have on long-term health. This passion led me to complete a two-year program in dietetics and sports nutrition, followed by an internship in health journalism. There, I discovered the critical need for translating complex medical research into clear, actionable guidance a mission I now carry into both patient care and evidence-based health writing. My work focuses on empowering individuals with science-backed strategies that bridge clinical expertise and everyday wellness.
The Appendix Is Thought to Increase Life Expectancy According to French Study
For a long time, the appendix was considered useless, although it is found in many mammals. In a new study published on 7 July in the Journal of Anatomy, …
Prion Research Suspended in France as Researcher Dies from Creutzfeldt-Jakob Disease
Several French public research institutions have announced the temporary suspension of prion research after a former Institut National de la Recherche Agronomique (Inrae) researcher that worked with prions developed …
Cooking with Wood or Charcoal Increases the Risk of Eye Disease
Cooking with solid fuels such as charcoal and wood poses a significant risk to the eyes. Long-term exposure to the smoke can cause conjunctivitis and cataracts that can even …
A Male Contraceptive That Heats the Testicles with Nanoparticles
Let’s be clear from the start: this study was carried out on mice and not on humans. But the idea is that this contraceptive method could one day be …
University of Bristol: High Levels of Testosterone Do Not Guarantee Success in Life
While high levels of testosterone have often been associated with successful social standing, a new study has called this into question. A study by researchers at the University of …AlphaFold by Google’s DeepMind Predicts Structures for Nearly Half of Human Proteins
AlphaFold, a groundbreaking AI developed by DeepMind, has mapped the 3D structure of over 350,000 human proteins — covering nearly half the human proteome. Before this breakthrough, scientists knew …
Cat Scratch Disease: Immunocompromised Patient Gets Fatal Infection after Being Scratched by Own Cat
An immunocompromised patient developed fatal blood poisoning (septicemia) after being scratched by his cat, in a case that was reported by the BMJ case report. It is a growing …
Painkiller Based on Spider Venom, An Alternative to Prescription Opioids
Painkillers, based on tarantula venom, that have fewer side effects than commonly prescribed pain-relieving drugs are currently in development. With more and more adults suffering from chronic pain, a …