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Study suggests lower dementia risk for people with Parkinson's

There's some good news for people with Parkinson's disease: The risk of developing dementia may be lower than previously thought, or dementia may occur later in the course of the disease than previously reported, according to a study published in the August 7, 2024, online issue of Neurology, the medical journal of the American Academy of Neurology.

7 Aug 2024

Premature menopause rates soar among Indian women

Research highlights the rising prevalence of premature menopause in Indian women, with education level and surgical procedures being major contributing factors.

7 Aug 2024

COVID-19 linked to higher diabetes risk, vaccination reduces impact

COVID-19 significantly increases the incidence of type 2 diabetes, particularly in unvaccinated individuals and those hospitalized. Vaccination and regular diabetes screening post-COVID-19 are crucial for managing long-term health impacts.

7 Aug 2024

Study links internet exclusion to increased depression in older adults

Older adults excluded from the internet are at a higher risk of depressive symptoms, especially among the economically deprived and those with lower education levels. Addressing internet exclusion is crucial to improving mental health in this population.

7 Aug 2024

Study reveals key brain cells help resist food temptations in favor of exercise

Hypocretin/orexin neurons (HONs) are crucial for resisting temptation and choosing exercise over highly palatable foods. This finding highlights potential targets for promoting physical activity and combating obesity.

7 Aug 2024

Does type 1 diabetes affect taste and flavor recognition?

Type 1 diabetes patients show reduced taste and flavor perception, affecting food preferences and quality of life. This highlights the need for further research into the sensory changes in T1D.

7 Aug 2024

Cornell study links pollen blooms to spike in asthma-related ER visits

A new Cornell University study that tracks how many asthma-related emergency room visits result from pollen in metropolitan areas highlights the importance of knowing local plants and the need for developing science-based pollen forecasts.

7 Aug 2024

New stem cell therapy for heart failure undergoing U.S. clinical trials

A new stem cell therapy for heart failure is being tested in patients at the University of Louisville and UofL Health.

7 Aug 2024

High blood sugar at stroke admission linked to poor prognosis

Having higher than usual blood sugar levels at the time of hospital admission for an ischemic stroke significantly increases the risk of a poor functional prognosis or death within three months of the stroke.

7 Aug 2024

Cordyceps sinensis shows promise in treating sepsis-associated acute kidney injury

Announcing a new publication for Acta Materia Medica journal. Cordyceps sinensis (CS) has been widely used as a dietary supplement or traditional medicine for the prevention, treatment, and prognostication of various diseases, because of its pleiotropic pharmacological properties.

7 Aug 2024

Seaweed extract shows promise in protecting neurons in Parkinson’s disease

Ecklonia cava polyphenols (ECPs) show promise in reducing neuronal damage caused by rotenone in Parkinson’s disease (PD) by activating the Nrf2-ARE pathway, highlighting their potential as a neuroprotective treatment.

7 Aug 2024

Pets significantly reduce anxiety and depression in women, especially those with childhood trauma

Higher attachment to pets, especially dogs, is linked to reduced anxiety and depression in women, with the strongest benefits seen in those who experienced childhood abuse. This supports the therapeutic role of pets in mental health.

7 Aug 2024

Study finds aspirin reduces colon cancer risk, with benefits varying by lifestyle factors

Aspirin can reduce colorectal cancer risk, but its effectiveness varies based on lifestyle factors such as diet, BMI, and smoking. Personalized recommendations are crucial to identify those who would benefit most from aspirin use.

7 Aug 2024

USC Norris to open state-of-the-art cancer center in Newport Beach with advanced radiation therapy

USC Norris Comprehensive Cancer Center, part of Keck Medicine of USC, will open a Newport Beach location offering the latest advancements in radiation therapy and diagnostic imaging.

7 Aug 2024

Decoding glioblastoma: New insights into molecular subtypes and mesenchymal transition mechanisms

Glioblastoma multiforme (GBM) stands as a formidable adversary in oncology, characterized by its molecular complexity and relentless progression.

7 Aug 2024

Healthy diet and exercise can mitigate genetic risk for type 2 diabetes, study finds

A new study from the University of Eastern Finland is the first in the world to show that a healthy diet and regular exercise reduce the risk of type 2 diabetes even in individuals with a high genetic risk.

7 Aug 2024

Therapeutic targets that impact both cardiac and cerebral functions in CNS neurological disorders

Recent advancements highlight the intricate interplay between the heart and brain, underscoring their profound influence on each other, especially concerning central nervous system (CNS) neurological disorders.

7 Aug 2024

Current challenges in defining, measuring, and treating MS-related fatigue

Kessler Foundation research scientist John DeLuca, PhD, has published a significant clinical article in Journal of Neurology, shedding light on the elusive nature of fatigue in multiple sclerosis (MS) and its implications for treatment.

7 Aug 2024

Discovery of Tr1 cells as a barrier to cancer immunotherapy offers new hope for treatment

Immunobiologists Robert Schreiber, PhD, (left) and Hussein Sultan, PhD, of Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis, found that a subset of immune cells that normally puts the brakes on the immune system to prevent it from attacking the body's healthy cells inadvertently also dampens cancer immunotherapy.

7 Aug 2024

New research uncovers mechanisms behind heart damage from CTLA-4 blockade

Cytotoxic T-lymphocyte antigen 4 (CTLA-4) is a protein receptor on T immune cells that prevents the cells from killing other cells, such as cancer cells.

7 Aug 2024

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Study suggests lower dementia risk for people with Parkinson's

Premature menopause rates soar among Indian women

COVID-19 linked to higher diabetes risk, vaccination reduces impact

Study links internet exclusion to increased depression in older adults

Study reveals key brain cells help resist food temptations in favor of exercise

Does type 1 diabetes affect taste and flavor recognition?

Cornell study links pollen blooms to spike in asthma-related ER visits

New stem cell therapy for heart failure undergoing U.S. clinical trials

High blood sugar at stroke admission linked to poor prognosis

Cordyceps sinensis shows promise in treating sepsis-associated acute kidney injury

Seaweed extract shows promise in protecting neurons in Parkinson’s disease

Pets significantly reduce anxiety and depression in women, especially those with childhood trauma

Study finds aspirin reduces colon cancer risk, with benefits varying by lifestyle factors

USC Norris to open state-of-the-art cancer center in Newport Beach with advanced radiation therapy

Decoding glioblastoma: New insights into molecular subtypes and mesenchymal transition mechanisms

Healthy diet and exercise can mitigate genetic risk for type 2 diabetes, study finds

Therapeutic targets that impact both cardiac and cerebral functions in CNS neurological disorders

Current challenges in defining, measuring, and treating MS-related fatigue

Discovery of Tr1 cells as a barrier to cancer immunotherapy offers new hope for treatment

New research uncovers mechanisms behind heart damage from CTLA-4 blockade

Small solutions for big problems in drug discovery and delivery

Professor Nancy Ip: Pioneering New Paths in Neurodegenerative Therapy

Utilizing process Raman in optimizing cultivated meat production

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