A Self-Help Approach to Coping with Caregiver Stress

Caregiving can bring forth an ever-changing kaleidoscope of emotions. These feelings are often bittersweet, but without the proper preparations and assistance, things...


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Brain study reveals hidden link between autism and ADHD

Scientists are uncovering a surprising connection between autism and ADHD that goes deeper than labels. Instead of diagnoses, it’s the severity of autism-like traits that seems to shape how the brain is wired—even in children who don’t officially have autism. The study found that certain brain networks tied to thinking and social behavior stay unusually connected in kids with stronger autism symptoms, hinting at a different developmental path.


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Scientists create “smart” DNA drug that targets cancer cells with extreme precision

Scientists have created a programmable drug system that can zero in on cancer cells with unprecedented accuracy. Built from synthetic DNA, it only activates when it detects a precise combination of tumor markers, preventing damage to healthy tissue. The system can also deliver multiple drugs at once, potentially overcoming resistance. This marks a step toward medicines that behave more like smart, responsive machines inside the body.


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Siblings’ Focus is on Preserving their Inheritance Over Doing Right

Dear Carol: You’ve heard it all before. I’ve cared for both parents through years of their failing health. After Dad died, I...


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A lab mistake at Cambridge reveals a powerful new way to modify drug molecules

Cambridge scientists have discovered a light-powered chemical reaction that lets researchers modify complex drug molecules at the final stages of development. Unlike traditional methods that rely on toxic chemicals and harsh conditions, the new approach uses an LED lamp to create essential carbon–carbon bonds under mild conditions. This could make drug discovery faster and more environmentally friendly. The breakthrough was uncovered unexpectedly during a failed laboratory experiment.


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