Sexual Health & Medical Wellness Ancient Treponema pallidum Genome from 5,500-Year-Old Colombian Remains Rewrites History of Human Infectious Disease. May 12, 2026 Susilo Ahmad Scientists have achieved a groundbreaking feat, successfully reconstructing the genome of Treponema pallidum, the bacterium responsible for devastating diseases like syphilis, from human remains dating back approximately 5,500 years. Discovered…
Reproductive Health & Justice Midwifery Care: An Ancient Practice Facing Modern Barriers in U.S. Maternal Health May 5, 2026 Rifan Muazin Midwifery, a profession with roots stretching back tens of thousands of years, stands as a cornerstone of human maternal health. For millennia, midwives have been the trusted companions and skilled…
Sexual Health & Medical Wellness Ancient Genome Reconstruction of Treponema pallidum from 5,500-Year-Old Human Remains in Colombia Rewrites History of Treponemal Diseases April 28, 2026 Susilo Ahmad Scientists have successfully reconstructed the genome of Treponema pallidum from human remains approximately 5,500 years old, discovered in the Sabana de Bogotá region of Colombia, marking a profound expansion of…
Psychology & Intimacy Unraveling Metformin’s Ancient Mystery: The Brain Emerges as a Key Regulator of Blood Sugar Control April 16, 2026 Rebecca Shoemaker For over six decades, metformin has stood as a cornerstone in the management of type 2 diabetes, a ubiquitous and highly effective medication prescribed to millions worldwide. Yet, despite its…
Psychology & Intimacy The Brain’s Unseen Hand: Metformin’s Ancient Secrets Unlocked in a Landmark Study April 1, 2026 Rebecca Shoemaker For more than six decades, metformin has stood as a cornerstone in the fight against type 2 diabetes, a reliable and widely prescribed medication credited with improving the lives of…
