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Evening exercise most effective in reducing blood sugar levels for overweight and obese adults

New research reveals that moderate to vigorous physical activity in the evening for sedentary adults with overweight and obesity is most beneficial in lowering daily blood sugar levels, according to a study published in Obesity, The Obesity Society's (TOS) flagship journal.

10 Jun 2024

Lung cancer screening yields early diagnoses and increased cure rates in veterans

Among US veterans diagnosed with lung cancer through the Veterans Health Administration healthcare system, those who underwent screening before diagnosis were more likely to be diagnosed with earlier stage disease and had a higher cure rate than those who had not been screened.

10 Jun 2024

How COVID-19 disrupts social and temporal perception

Researchers examine the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic by using the concept of disorientation to explore its temporal and social dimensions.

10 Jun 2024

Energy drink intake linked to sudden cardiac events in patients with heart genetic disorders

Associations between energy drink consumption and the risk of cardiac events among patients with genetic heart diseases.

10 Jun 2024

Study uncovers gut microbes' role in childhood obesity

Researchers used Mendelian randomization to identify causal links between gut microbes and childhood obesity, revealing key microbial players that influence pediatric adiposity.

10 Jun 2024

How Epstein-Barr virus shapes immune responses in multiple sclerosis

Study found that EBV-specific immune responses in MS patients showed higher IgG titers and cell-mediated reactions to EBV antigens compared to healthy controls, suggesting a complex role of EBV in MS development.

9 Jun 2024

Surprising link between a diverse oral microbiome and better cognitive function in aging

Study found that higher oral microbiome diversity is linked to better cognitive function and fewer memory issues in older US adults, highlighting the "oral-brain axis."

9 Jun 2024

Do taste genes influence how much alcohol we drink and our body fat?

Study examines how polymorphisms in bitter taste receptor genes relate to alcohol consumption and body fat percentage, revealing significant associations with TAS2R13 but not TAS2R38.

9 Jun 2024

Berotralstat: A promising oral treatment for hereditary angioedema with normal C1-inhibitor

BioCryst Pharmaceuticals, Inc. today announced new real-world evidence showing that patients with hereditary angioedema (HAE) who have normal C1-inhibitor (HAE-nC1-INH) level and function had a reduction in monthly attack rates after starting oral, once-daily berotralstat.

8 Jun 2024

Doxycycline shows promise in reducing deaths and seizures from nodding syndrome

A new study suggests that a course of the drug doxycycline can decrease acute seizure-related hospitalization and deaths related to nodding syndrome.

8 Jun 2024

New algorithm enhances deep brain stimulation for Parkinson's by targeting specific symptoms

Researchers from Mass General Brigham identified therapeutic targets that may optimize symptom-specific treatment for Parkinson’s disease.

8 Jun 2024

Novel Concepts Medical's plant-based formula achieves 99% reduction in cancer cell viability

Novel Concepts Medical is proud to announce breakthrough results from its labs in Israel showing that its plant-based formula resulted in over 99% decrease in cell viability of breast cancer cells and lung cancer cells.

8 Jun 2024

Microneedle patch holds promise for promoting hair regrowth caused by alopecia areata

Alopecia areata (AA) is an autoimmune disease characterized by hair loss, which occurs when T cells of the immune system mistakenly attack hair follicles.

8 Jun 2024

Health experts call for a renewed focus on allergy training for nurses

Hives, asthma, or eczema – they’re all very common symptoms of an allergic reaction. When mild, allergies cause irritation and discomfort, yet when severe, they can result in anaphylaxis and even death.

8 Jun 2024

Changes in exploration behavior suggest early signs of cognitive decline in middle age

Spatial navigation – the ability to select and follow a route from one place to another – is a skill we use every day. Depending on practice, general cognitive ability, and childhood environment, some people are naturally better at this than others. But research has also shown that people’s skill in spatial navigation tends to decrease with increasing age.

8 Jun 2024

New therapeutic target discovered for treatment-resistant melanoma

An international research team led by scientists from the University of Liège (Belgium) has discovered an interesting new therapeutic target for the treatment of melanoma resistant to targeted therapies.

8 Jun 2024

Access to neurologist care linked to better ALS patient survival and quality of life

ALS patients received better care if they were treated by a neurologist, a new study published in PLOS One has found.

7 Jun 2024

Study reveals poor access to cancer care appointments across languages

Researchers at the University of Michigan are finding that many patients may be encountering significant barriers to cancer care, even from their first phone call to a clinic.

7 Jun 2024

Vigorous exercise lowers dementia risk in hypertensive adults, study finds

People with high blood pressure have a higher risk of cognitive impairment, including dementia, but a new study from researchers at Wake Forest University School of Medicine suggests that engaging in vigorous physical activity more than once a week can lower that risk.

7 Jun 2024

Xylitol linked to higher risk of cardiovascular events, Cleveland Clinic study finds

Cleveland Clinic researchers found higher amounts of the sugar alcohol xylitol are associated with increased risk of cardiovascular events like heart attack and stroke.

7 Jun 2024

Medical Condition News

Evening exercise most effective in reducing blood sugar levels for overweight and obese adults

Lung cancer screening yields early diagnoses and increased cure rates in veterans

How COVID-19 disrupts social and temporal perception

Energy drink intake linked to sudden cardiac events in patients with heart genetic disorders

Study uncovers gut microbes' role in childhood obesity

How Epstein-Barr virus shapes immune responses in multiple sclerosis

Surprising link between a diverse oral microbiome and better cognitive function in aging

Do taste genes influence how much alcohol we drink and our body fat?

Berotralstat: A promising oral treatment for hereditary angioedema with normal C1-inhibitor

Doxycycline shows promise in reducing deaths and seizures from nodding syndrome

New algorithm enhances deep brain stimulation for Parkinson's by targeting specific symptoms

Novel Concepts Medical's plant-based formula achieves 99% reduction in cancer cell viability

Microneedle patch holds promise for promoting hair regrowth caused by alopecia areata

Health experts call for a renewed focus on allergy training for nurses

Changes in exploration behavior suggest early signs of cognitive decline in middle age

New therapeutic target discovered for treatment-resistant melanoma

Access to neurologist care linked to better ALS patient survival and quality of life

Study reveals poor access to cancer care appointments across languages

Vigorous exercise lowers dementia risk in hypertensive adults, study finds

Xylitol linked to higher risk of cardiovascular events, Cleveland Clinic study finds

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