For the first time in a Veteran population, researchers have identified several brain regions that were sensitive to self-death associations. These brain regions are a part of brain networks that are involved in identifying important stimuli in our environment and processing information as it relates to our “self”. The results from this study mark an important step towards characterizing neural mechanisms that contribute to suicidality.

Linzagolix for endometriosis: comparative data are lacking

For endometriosis, there are no comparative studies with established drugs. Placebo comparisons are unsuitable for assessing the added benefit.

A modeling study conducted by MIT researchers shows that global warming will make it harder to reduce ground-level ozone, a respiratory irritant that is a key component of smog, by cutting greenhouse gas emissions.