Shrinking Protein

"A new AI-based program, dubbed Raygun, can suggest strategic cuts to a protein’s amino acid sequence to shrink the overall structure without affecting the protein’s function (Nature 2026, DOI: 10.1038/s41586-026-10842-8)."

https://cen.acs.org/physical-chemistry/protein-folding/New-AI-based-program-shrink/104/web/2026/07?utm_source=join1440&utm_medium=email&utm_placement=newsletter&user_id=66c4c92f5d78644b3ac5d5b4

Woman jailed for fatal acid attack on husband

"A woman who orchestrated a fatal acid attack on her ex-husband has been jailed for nine years."

https://www.mirror.co.uk/news/uk-news/paris-wilson-danny-cahalane-plymouth-37453274?utm_source=mirror_newsletter&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=main_daily_newsletter&utm_content=&utm_term=&ruid=d3062021-c523-424e-aa4d-4d2d8ea26d6b&hx=64a20f24338333901e4cb7afc40a3cfae56c6770df59fc13cf25a5ce36d78b01#google_vignette

Contagious Health Condition

"Police have launched an urgent appeal to help find a missing man who may have a "contagious health condition"."

https://www.mirror.co.uk/news/uk-news/hunt-for-missing-preston-man-37500370?utm_source=mirror_newsletter&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=main_daily_newsletter&utm_content=&utm_term=&ruid=d3062021-c523-424e-aa4d-4d2d8ea26d6b&hx=64a20f24338333901e4cb7afc40a3cfae56c6770df59fc13cf25a5ce36d78b01

Snake Bites

"University of Maryland researchers discovered a new approach to treating venomous snake bites-using the same toxin-blocking proteins that snakes evolved to protect themselves."

https://www.news-medical.net/news/20260729/Research-offers-a-promising-way-to-develop-potent-antivenoms-against-deadly-snakebites.aspx

Silver Teeth

"A low-cost liquid known as silver diamine fluoride, or SDF, may offer a much simpler option. Dentists apply it directly to a cavity with a small sponge-tipped applicator, a process that takes only a few seconds for each tooth. The treatment can stop decay without drilling, injections, or 

sedation."

https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/07/260729010719.htm

Body Proteins

"The vast majority of proteins in our bodies contain regions that are in a constant state of wiggling, shape-shifting every few nanoseconds to completely change how they look."

https://medicine.washu.edu/news/finding-order-in-the-inner-chaos-of-our-cells/?utm_source=join1440&utm_medium=email&utm_placement=newsletter&user_id=66c4c92f5d78644b3ac5d5b4

High Blood Pressure

"Rates of high blood pressure among pregnant women nationwide rose significantly between 2016 and 2024, according to a new report published Wednesday by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention."

https://www.nytimes.com/2026/07/29/well/high-blood-pressure-pregnancy.html?unlocked_article_code=1.1VA.IWhr.oEjLvtU4rL1l&smid=url-share&user_id=66c4c92f5d78644b3ac5d5b4

Peptides

"A Food and Drug Administration advisory panel voted on Thursday to broaden access to at least four peptides, amid a surge of interest in the unapproved therapies."https://www.cbsnews.com/news/fda-peptides-review-regulations-unapproved-therapies/?utm_source=join1440&utm_medium=email&utm_placement=newsletter&user_id=66c4c92f5d78644b3ac5d5b4Ralph Ciardella 

NATIONAL FRAGILE X AWARENESS DAY

"Each year on July 22nd, National Fragile X Awareness Day shines a light on those impacted by Fragile X syndrome."

https://nationaldaycalendar.com/celebrations/national-fragile-x-awareness-day-july-22

Zyrtec

"A generic version of the brand-name allergy medication Zyrtec is under recall across the U.S. due to potential cross-contamination with a heartburn drug, according to the Food and Drug Administration."https://www.cbsnews.com/news/allergy-medication-recall-2026-zyrtec/

Aging Effects

"If you've watched Chris Hemsworth portray Thor often enough, you might think the actor is immune to the effects of aging."

https://www.brainandlife.org/articles/chris-hemsworth-pushes-limits-learn-how-brain-body-age?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=Voro_CelebrityContent_Subscriptions&utm_content=Movie%2FTV&fbclid=Iwb21leATTNixleHRuA2FlbQEwAGFkaWQAAAZV-pGNQHNydGMGYXBwX2lkDDM1MDY4NTUzMTcyOAABHsLIMSEltpOY6S6JAZ2EqDw4sr9RPqkkvmeTAYIC4hI5Bk6VI49YrTScDjiW_aem_bX9tg7gIkwtvE-Ev542nNQ&utm_id=6964228010896&utm_term=6964228010696

Milk

"While lots of people swear by cow’s milk, the truth is that not everyone is convinced. It can be difficult to properly digest, and some people find it even more inflammatory than gluten."

https://www.ba-bamail.com/health/nutrition/delicious-and-healthy-goats-milk-is-the-new-dairy-king/

Cognitive decline

"Growing evidence suggests lifelong learning can help combat cognitive decline, but many older adults with dementia avoid traditional classes for fear of not keeping up."

https://news.northwestern.edu/stories/2026/07/dementia-patients-gain-emotional-social-and-intellectual-benefits-from-innovative-music-program?utm_source=join1440&utm_medium=email&utm_placement=newsletter&user_id=66c4c92f5d78644b3ac5d5b4

Anti freckle cream

"A small cosmetic jar offers more circumstantial evidence that the legendary aviator, Amelia Earhart, died on an uninhabited island in the southwestern Pacific republic of Kiribati."

https://www.nbcnews.com/id/wbna47623025?utm_source=join1440&utm_medium=email&utm_placement=newsletter&user_id=66c4c92f5d78644b3ac5d5b4

Worst Pain

"What is the worst pain in the world? While pain is a deeply personal experience and ranking the most painful medical conditions is highly subjective, experts and patients alike can agree: Certain medical conditions are universally recognized for causing extreme and often debilitating pain."

https://health.usnews.com/health-care/patient-advice/slideshows/ranking-the-most-painful-medical-conditions?user_id=66c4c92f5d78644b3ac5d5b4&utm_medium=email&utm_placement=newsletter&utm_source=join1440

Lower cholesterol

"The Food and Drug Administration approved a daily pill on Thursday that can lower cholesterol levels far below what can be achieved with statins, the cheap cholesterol-reducing 

pills."

https://www.nytimes.com/2026/07/16/science/the-fda-approves-a-new-pill-to-slash-cholesterol-levels.html?unlocked_article_code=1.yFA.Sh9S.qn8UoLs_DtHN&smid=url-share&user_id=66c4c92f5d78644b3ac5d5b4

Caffeine

"Previous studies have found that caffeine is the world’s most popular stimulant and psychoactive sub­stance, and coffee is the most common way people consume caffeine."https://newsroom.heart.org/news/coffee-and-heart-health-how-many-cups-of-caffeinated-coffee-are-safe-to-drink-each-day?utm_source=join1440&utm_medium=email&utm_placement=newsletter&user_id=66c4c92f5d78644b3ac5d5b4

Brain Transplant

"The father of a teenager who underwent innovative robotic surgery for a brain tumour has spoken of his relief after seeing the first signs of his son's recovery."https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/clyvg7v60pno

Cylospora

"Health officials said Sunday that an initial positive test result for cyclospora in a sample of shredded lettuce from a supplier linked to a multistate outbreak was a "false positive.""https://health.yahoo.com/conditions/infectious/parasites/article/fda-says-positive-cyclospora-test-on-taylor-farms-lettuce-was-an-error-the-multistate-sickness-outbreak-continues-170436265.html?guccounter=1&guce_referrer=YW5kcm9pZC1hcHA6Ly9jb20uZ29vZ2xlLmFuZHJvaWQuZ29vZ2xlcXVpY2tzZWFyY2hib3gv&guce_referrer_sig=AQAAAAYmjzVXSavVZyEB8ZiWLI-LIomQskSCx7Kkpd8Gp4Ut2WFo69Mo2WhTNIvEVztmvNcKYA5OkONn2S_aMQRH62X8EGwA6cibuz1Jg2Gxz9ypDgpnyK3f7sDR2LeIRic69oUIdhSIqgSchZSM50dfAdxfFFbn2ls8iPXohYOKo_au

INTERNATIONAL RETAINER DAY

"National Day Calendar celebrates the beauty of International Retainer Day on July 19."

https://nationaldaycalendar.com/celebrations/international-retainer-day-july-19

Sleep

"Regardless of whether you want to clean your house, get better sleep or keep your makeup in place, essential oils can be used to provide many of the solutions you’re looking for."

https://www.ba-bamail.com/tips-life-hacks-and-diy/9-essential-oils-sprays-to-deal-with-problems-naturally/

Sunglasses

"If you have a prescription for your eyes that requires you to wear glasses to correct your vision, then you may want to consider investing in a good pair of prescription sunglasses too."https://www.webmd.com/eye-health/cm/how-to-pick-prescription-sunglasses?ecd=wnl_gdh_071926&ctr=wnl-gdh-071926_supportBottom_cta_1&mb=Bw69jj4V%403Xd0vWN4nAvZhsBxqZqfebCTdGTM0BbxsM%3d

Peanut Allergy

What Is a Peanut Allergy?"You have a peanut allergy when your body’s immune system overreacts to peanuts."https://www.webmd.com/allergies/peanut-allergy-explained?ecd=wnl_gdh_071926&ctr=wnl-gdh-071926_supportTop_cta_2&mb=Bw69jj4V%403Xd0vWN4nAvZhsBxqZqfebCTdGTM0BbxsM%3d

Comfort Food

"When it turns a little chilly outside or you’re a bit down in the dumps, there’s nothing like good comfort food to make you feel better."

https://www.webmd.com/diet/ss/slideshow-healthier-comfort-foods?ecd=wnl_gdh_071926&ctr=wnl-gdh-071926_supportTop_cta_1&mb=Bw69jj4V%403Xd0vWN4nAvZhsBxqZqfebCTdGTM0BbxsM%3d

Hair

"It’s said a woman’s hair is their crowning glory. Sooner or later, that crown will start to gray."https://www.webmd.com/beauty/ss/slideshow-beauty-gray-hair-facts?ecd=wnl_gdh_071926&ctr=wnl-gdh-071926_lead_title&mb=Bw69jj4V%403Xd0vWN4nAvZhsBxqZqfebCTdGTM0BbxsM%3d

Neurologists breakthrough

"In 2023, neurologists at the Feinstein Institutes for Medical Research in New York achieved a medical breakthrough that many experts believed was once impossible."

https://www.popsci.com/science/brain-computer-implant-paralysis-update/?utm_source=iterable&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=popular-science-newsletter

Tiredness

"For years you've felt tired, foggy, and not quite yourself, and every test comes back fine."

https://www.moldco.com/blog/4-things-doctors-wont-tell-you-about-mold?utm_source=Newsletter&utm_medium=Upworthy&utm_campaign=4-things-doctors-wont-tell-you&utm_content=Article&_bhlid=4eb63fae5b5fafce5bf4d835c63ec68285597385

Insulin

"Before the discovery of insulin, the lives of many people with diabetes were saved or prolonged by Carl von Noorden’s oatmeal diet."

https://nutritionfacts.org/blog/the-science-behind-oatmeal-and-diabetes/

Genius

"Science suggests you might be a genius and don’t know it yet."https://www.good.is/psychologists-reveal-10-signs-that-someone-is-secretly-smart-and-may-not-even-know-it/?utm_source=newsletters.good.is&utm_medium=newsletter&utm_campaign=your-secret-signs-of-genius&_bhlid=8cf726ab7f048faa24fb8d7bc772601aa6d7cf92

Missing Children found

"Eight missing children have been rescued in Kansas City, Missouri, following a human trafficking operation conducted during the FIFA World Cup, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) said on July 13. Kansas City hosted six 2026 World Cup matches."

https://www.theepochtimes.com/us/8-missing-children-rescued-in-kansas-city-during-world-cup-operation-dhs-6061387?utm_source=rtnewsnoe&src_src=rtnewsnoe&utm_campaign=rtbreaking-2026-07-14-3&src_cmp=rtbreaking-2026-07-14-3&utm_medium=email&utm_content=inactive&est=Z6marX7LAZbK%2BL6e2ddq13KD7hgunXl%2FHcDeVF8700OlL9wP8LkM8cR2A2M%3D

Parasite out of Lettuce

"The outbreak of infections caused by a parasite may stem from contaminated lettuce, officials in Michigan, where most of the cases are, said on July 13."

https://www.theepochtimes.com/health/outbreak-of-diarrhea-causing-parasite-may-be-linked-to-lettuce-salad-greens-officials-6061394?utm_source=rtnewsnoe&src_src=rtnewsnoe&utm_campaign=rtbreaking-2026-07-14-3&src_cmp=rtbreaking-2026-07-14-3&utm_medium=email&utm_content=inactive&est=F9jevlM%2FIZUls8TUQRFmbOl1uIx2K1fR3Gi7oXfnVTIe0UC31J0ic%2Bee14A%3D

Narcolepsy

"People with narcolepsy have intrusive episodes of muscle weakness known as cataplexy, which are usually triggered by strong, positive emotions."

https://www.nature.com/articles/s41593-026-02352-7

Juggling Grief

"The Apple series Shrinking  centers around actor Jason Segel, who plays a therapist juggling grief, fatherhood, and experimenting with unconventional therapy practices with his patients."

https://www.upworthy.com/michael-j-fox-shrinking-harrison-ford-ex1/?utm_source=upworthy.com&utm_medium=amazon&utm_campaign=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2FUpworthy-GOOD-PEOPLE-Stories-Humanity%2Fdp%2F1426223463&_bhlid=2acd118629ec2bab49a7f8826b412c8c1ebaad87

Tylenol ruling

"A federal appeals court on July 13 revived litigation against the maker of Tylenol, ruling that a federal judge went beyond her authority by excluding the testimony of at least three experts called by plaintiffs who say the manufacturer failed to warn them that Tylenol’s active ingredient could cause autism spectrum disorder (ASD) or attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)."

https://www.theepochtimes.com/us/appeals-court-revives-autism-claims-against-tylenol-manufacturer-6061028?utm_source=rtnewsnoe&src_src=rtnewsnoe&utm_campaign=rtbreaking-2026-07-14-3&src_cmp=rtbreaking-2026-07-14-3&utm_medium=email&utm_content=inactive&est=rDk%2FVRXussoG2JayPdDqB5byJJyNHiq4J5jvzMRxErQ1WyOcFA1mQFRb%2BwY%3D

NATIONAL NUDE DAY

"Laundry is unnecessary on July 14 because it's National Nude Day!"

https://nationaldaycalendar.com/celebrations/national-nude-day-july-14

Dreams

"Despite being studied and explored for many years, dreams remain one of the most mysterious experiences of our lives."

https://www.ba-bamail.com/spirituality/7-mind-boggling-facts-about-the-psychology-of-dreaming/

University of London

"Researchers at Weill Cornell Medicine and Birkbeck, University of London, have identified a site where a commonly used anesthetic binds to sodium ion channels, revealing a molecular mechanism that may explain how these drugs dampen communication between neurons."

https://www.news-medical.net/news/20260709/Scientists-discover-molecular-mechanism-behind-anesthesia-induced-unconsciousness.aspx

Cannabis

"Cannabis, commonly known as marijuana, is a plant that contains psychoactive compounds that can temporarily alter people's brain activity and perceptions."

https://medicalxpress.com/news/2026-07-brain-glutamate-link-cannabis-higher.html?utm_source=nwletter&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=daily-nwletter#google_vignette

CHRONIC DISEASE DAY

"On July 10 we spread awareness on Chronic Disease Day to educate and advocate for people who live with a chronic health condition every day."

https://nationaldaycalendar.com/celebrations/chronic-disease-day-july-10

NATIONAL DIMPLES DAY

"On July 9 we admire those who have an adorable natural indentation known as the dimple on National Dimples Day."https://nationaldaycalendar.com/celebrations/national-dimples-day-july-9

Cancer

"It is estimated that almost 10 million people die from cancer annually."https://www.ba-bamail.com/health/cancer/why-do-elephants-rarely-get-cancer-and-what-it-means-for-us/

Cellular Material

"Scientists have shown that it is possible to collect cellular material from historic parchment manuscripts without damaging them."

https://scitechdaily.com/scientists-unlock-hidden-dna-from-1300-year-old-manuscripts/

Neuroscience

"At the center of the comparison is the prediction paradigm, one of the dominant theories in modern neuroscience."

https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/06/260625014811.htm#google_vignette

Mysteries of Life

"While many of the mysteries of life remain unsolved, every biologist can describe the basic processes performed by a living organism, which include energy use, reproduction, growth and development."https://twin-cities.umn.edu/news-events/worlds-first-synthetic-cell-complete-life-cycle-could-revolutionize-biological?utm_source=join1440&utm_medium=email&utm_placement=newsletter&user_id=66c4c92f5d78644b3ac5d5b4

GLP-1

 "Some Medicare patients will be able to access to GLP-1 medication for weight loss for the first time starting July 1, paying a $50 monthly copay through a new program designed to make the drugs more affordable."https://www.cbsnews.com/news/medicare-glp1-weight-loss-drug-coverage-july-1/?utm_source=join1440&utm_medium=email&utm_placement=newsletter&user_id=66c4c92f5d78644b3ac5d5b4

Drinking water

"For too many, access to clean drinking water is incredibly difficult."https://www.good.is/jacket-makes-drinking-water/?utm_source=newsletters.good.is&utm_medium=newsletter&utm_campaign=texas-engineers-built-a-jacket-you-can-drink&_bhlid=8776409be1bf36cc0cb6d1f513917d91d5adf0c6