The Indian Express reported on 17 October on concerns about cosmetic-procedure safety, including the need for appropriate patient assessment, psychological screening and accountability when complications occur.

ScienceDaily reported on 14 October on a knee-arthritis treatment using tiny dissolvable particles to block abnormal blood vessels. In a study involving 194 patients, approximately 80% experienced clinically meaningful pain relief, according to the report.

ScienceDaily reported on 15 October that stroke rates among adults aged 20–54 had nearly doubled over a period of almost three decades in the research it covered. The report highlights the need to investigate changing risk factors and strengthen early prevention.

ScienceDaily reported on 15 October on a study led by Oregon Health & Science University that examined late-night eating and liver-disease risk using data from nearly 200,000 people. The report describes an association, not proof that late eating directly causes liver disease.

A ScienceDaily report dated 17 October describes research from the University of California, Berkeley, examining how deep sleep and growth hormone interact in ways that may support physical recovery and brain function.

Research reported on 16 October describes how the stress hormone cortisol may help the brain turn emotionally significant experiences into stronger, longer-lasting memories. The findings offer insight into the biological relationship between stress and memory.