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Is obesity associated with risk of head and neck cancer?

The association between obesity and head and neck cancer risk.

29 Aug 2023

Influenza and pneumonia vaccinations associated with reduced risk of Alzheimer’s disease

Flu (influenza) and pneumonia vaccinations are associated with reduced risk of Alzheimer’s disease, according to new research reported at the Alzheimer’s Association International Conference (AAIC) 2020.

28 Aug 2023

Can vitamins really fight cancer? New study uncovers surprising links between micronutrients and cancer risk

The study uses Mendelian randomization to examine the relationship between 14 micronutrients and 22 cancer outcomes, finding significant associations between higher magnesium and vitamin B12 levels and increased risks of breast and colorectal cancers, respectively.

27 Aug 2023

Genetics and environment influence immune responses to SARS-CoV-2

During the COVID-19 pandemic, the clinical spectrum observed among people infected with SARS-CoV-2 ranged from asymptomatic carriage to death.

24 Aug 2023

The outcome of invasive S. pyogenes infection is regulated by an interplay between human STING genotype and bacterial NADase activity

The interplay between human STING genotype and bacterial NADase activity.

22 Aug 2023

Study identifies potential new treatment options for people with endometrial cancer

Researchers at Huntsman Cancer Institute identified potential new treatment options for people with endometrial cancer.

21 Aug 2023

NIH supports research to understand the genome-metal interactions in nonalcoholic fatty liver disease

Wanqing Liu, Ph.D., professor of pharmaceutical sciences in the Wayne State University Eugene Applebaum College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences and of pharmacology in Wayne State's School of Medicine, received a $3 million, five-year award from the National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences of the National Institutes of Health.

21 Aug 2023

The cognitive effects of the MIND diet

The effects of a three-year dietary intervention on cognitive decline in older adults.

21 Aug 2023

Can your screen time affect your bowel movements?

The causal relationship between leisure screen time and irritable bowel syndrome.

18 Aug 2023

Genetic determinants of retinol circulation and their impact on health

The genetic architecture of circulating retinol.

15 Aug 2023

Exploring DNA methylation biomarkers of multiple sclerosis

Researchers identify cell-specific DNA methylation signatures associated with MS.

14 Aug 2023

Significant association found between the rs1205 T-Dom genotype and risk of COVID-19 death or hospitalization among American Indians

Researchers identify an association between the C-reactive protein gene variant rs1205 and COVID-19 severity.

14 Aug 2023

Study reveals APOE-ε4 allele increases the risk for Alzheimer's and cardiovascular disease

Previous research has revealed that the Apolipoprotein-ε4 (APOE-ε4) allele increases the risk for a variety of diseases in aging populations, specifically Alzheimer's and cardiovascular disease. And yet, despite the negative effects of this genetic variant, it remains prevalent in approximately 20% of the human population.

11 Aug 2023

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Is obesity associated with risk of head and neck cancer?

Influenza and pneumonia vaccinations associated with reduced risk of Alzheimer’s disease

Can vitamins really fight cancer? New study uncovers surprising links between micronutrients and cancer risk

Genetics and environment influence immune responses to SARS-CoV-2

The outcome of invasive S. pyogenes infection is regulated by an interplay between human STING genotype and bacterial NADase activity

Study identifies potential new treatment options for people with endometrial cancer

NIH supports research to understand the genome-metal interactions in nonalcoholic fatty liver disease

The cognitive effects of the MIND diet

Can your screen time affect your bowel movements?

Genetic determinants of retinol circulation and their impact on health

Exploring DNA methylation biomarkers of multiple sclerosis

Significant association found between the rs1205 T-Dom genotype and risk of COVID-19 death or hospitalization among American Indians

Study reveals APOE-ε4 allele increases the risk for Alzheimer's and cardiovascular disease

Study detects biomarker changes nearly 30 years before symptom onset of Alzheimer’s disease

Gene linked to Alzheimer's may also have fertility benefits

Uncommon genetic allele variants may play a vital role in treatment-resistant depression, finds study

Japanese researchers identify genetic quirk linked to severe COVID-19

Unlocking the secrets of asymptomatic COVID-19 infections: HLA-B*15:01 connection revealed

Insights into the pathophysiological mechanisms governing neuropsychiatric symptoms of multiple sclerosis

Common genetic variation responsible for mediating SARS-CoV-2 asymptomatic infection

Sensing a Healthier Future

Achieving and maintaining ISO/IEC 27001 and BS 10012 certifications

Expanding research and clinical options for children with cancer

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