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The Vaccine Skeptic in Trump’s New C.D.C. Leadership Team

Source — Apr 30, 2026

Dr. Sara Brenner is a physician, an F.D.A. official and a “MAHA mom” who has said people should not reflexively believe in the benefits of vaccines.

Scientists restore memory by blocking a single Alzheimer’s protein

Source — Apr 30, 2026

Researchers have identified a new potential weapon against Alzheimer’s: blocking a protein called PTP1B. In mice, this approach boosted memory and helped brain immune cells clear harmful plaque buildup. Since PTP1B is a…

Scientists reveal the best exercise for knee arthritis pain relief

Source — Apr 30, 2026

A major review of 217 trials shows that aerobic exercise is the most effective option for managing knee osteoarthritis. Activities like walking, cycling, and swimming outperformed other exercise types in reducing pain a…

A hidden map in your nose could explain how smell works

Source — Apr 30, 2026

Scientists have finally cracked one of the biggest mysteries in the senses: how smell is organized. By mapping millions of neurons in mice, researchers discovered that smell receptors in the nose aren’t random at all—th…

First-ever 3D view shows how killer T cells destroy cancer

Source — Apr 30, 2026

The body’s “killer” T cells don’t just attack—they strike with astonishing precision, forming a tiny, highly organized contact zone that lets them destroy dangerous cells without harming their neighbors. Now, scientists…

Could At-Home Brain Stimulation Reduce Psychiatry’s Reliance on S.S.R.I.s?

Source — Apr 29, 2026

A headset recently approved by the Food and Drug Administration uses a weak electric current to shock the brain. Some researchers hope it could challenge the current pill-centric paradigm.

Source — Apr 29, 2026

Prosecutors accused Dr. David Morens, a former adviser to Dr. Anthony S. Fauci, of hiding records related to the onset of the pandemic.

‘Wheeling through vineyards and chateaux country’: an ebike tour of France’s Loire valley

Source — Apr 29, 2026

Gentle cycling is the perfect pace to enjoy the region’s sunflower fields and medieval towns – with gourmet food and fine wine along the way As I cycle in golden light through the Loire’s vineyards, I have the sudden wi…