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… Scientists were able to eliminate tinnitus—a persistent ringing in the ears—in rats by stimulating a nerve in the neck while playing a variety of tones. The finding gives hope for a future tinnitus cure in humans. Tinnitus is usually a high-pitched tone in one or both … for tinnitus. Current treatments generally involve masking the sound or learning to ignore it. NIH-funded researchers set out to see if they could develop a way to reverse tinnitus by …

… A new survey found an alarming rise in the number of American teens who tried vaping last year. The study suggests that vaping may be driving an increase in nicotine use for teens. In vaping, a battery powered device called an e-cigarette heats a liquid into a vapor … technology and flavorings seen in vaping devices,” explains Dr. Nora D. Volkow, director of NIH’s National Institute on Drug Abuse. “However, it is urgent that teens understand the possible …

… their blood glucose targets by the end of the study. There were also slight differences in the medications’ effects on blood glucose, heart disease, and other conditions. For instance, the liraglutide or insulin glargine groups maintained their target blood glucose … information on how to guide the long-term management of type 2 diabetes,” says the study’s NIH project scientist, Dr. Henry Burch. “These results can now be used in the decision-making …

… uses regular allergy shots plus a lab-made molecule. The molecule blocks substances involved in allergic reactions in the body. For people with cat allergies, the combination therapy gave more effective relief than allergy … And the shots usually need to be given for at least three years. To test the new treatment, an NIH-funded research team studied 121 adults with cat allergies. Some participants received …

… As the U.S. population ages, there’s growing interest in finding ways to protect our physical and mental health. A new study looked at how what we eat in midlife affects our health later on. An NIH-funded team analyzed data from more than 105,000 men and women. Participants were 30 to 75 … or heart disease. Participants reported what types of foods they ate every four years, for up to 30 years. People who ate healthier diets in midlife were more likely to live into their …

… to loss. Grieving doesn’t mean that you have to feel certain emotions. People can grieve in very different ways. Cultural beliefs and traditions can influence how someone expresses grief and mourns. For example, in some cultures, grief is expressed quietly and privately. In others, it can be … and her research team created and tested a specialized therapy for complicated grief in three NIH-funded studies. The therapy aimed to help people identify the thoughts, feelings, and actions …

… As the days grow longer and warmer, summer fun beckons. Swimming, sports, and picnics go hand in hand with warmer weather. But so do bug bites. Mosquitoes in particular can ruin a day … warmer. And others, like West Nile virus, now pop up seasonally in most parts of the country. NIH-funded researchers are working to help stop the spread of mosquito-borne diseases. They’re … from biting people and keep those who are bitten from getting sick. … Blocking Disease … For decades, researchers have been trying to develop vaccines to protect people against …

… There’s a reason we can spot a friend in a crowd—humans are wired to focus on faces. We’re incredibly skilled at recognizing small … to eat, hear, speak, see, and breathe. Cranofacial disorders can also harm the growing brain. NIH-funded researchers are working to unravel the mysteries behind how the head and face develop. … nerves, and tissues in the face and head don’t form properly as a baby is growing in the womb. For example, cleft lip and palate is a birth defect that arises around the second or third month …

… Deodorant. Makeup. Hair dye. Perfume and cologne. These and dozens of other products may be in your shower, gym bag, or medicine cabinet. But do you know what’s in them? Could any of their ingredients be risky for your health? Personal care products, including cosmetics, are regulated by the U.S. Food and … effective before selling them, says Dr. Alexandra White, who studies chemicals and health at NIH. The exceptions are personal care products that treat or prevent health conditions. These …

… many other valuable signals, but requires technology to detect them. Scientists are looking for new ways to track and use your body’s signals to improve your health and manage disease. … and maintain healthy habits. These devices have also opened doors for people to participate in health research. Now, researchers are designing more advanced devices called biosensors that … people from every walk of life is growing,” says Dr. Šeila Selimović, a biosensors expert at NIH. “Some speed up test results so treatments can be started promptly. Others provide the …