Medical

Researchers have discovered the location of male sexual desire in specific regions of brain tissue where an important enzyme called aromatase is present. Although scientists have investigated aromatase, they do not yet understand the full functions of this enzyme in the adult brain.In a recent study in mice, a team of researchers at Northwestern Medicine…

Research suggests that an antibody fragment, or “nanobody,” can neutralize SARS-CoV-2. The authors also say that it is possible to produce the nanobody cheaply and at scale, making it a promising candidate for the widespread prevention of COVID-19.As cases of COVID-19 continue to rise, the search for an effective vaccine against the disease continues. A…

A new study suggests anticholinergic medications may increase the risk of accelerated cognitive decline, especially in older adults at high risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease.Share on PinterestA recent study concludes that a common type of drug might accelerate cognitive decline.Anticholinergic drugs block the action of acetylcholine, a chemical messenger that controls a range of automatic…

A recent study has found great variability in terms of which hormone therapies are covered by Medicare. This may have a significant impact on transgender individuals’ access to appropriate gender-affirming therapy. Share on PinterestResearch suggests that Medicare coverage of hormone therapy varies widely, depending on the purpose of the drug.Gender-affirming therapy and surgery can each…

Although antianxiety medications target the nervous system, one new study suggests that anxiety disorders may stem more from the endocrine system.Share on PinterestA recent study looked at the relationship between anxiety and the thyroid gland.Most people have brief periods of anxiety from time to time, such as when they experience stressful situations in which the…