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Researchers receive CAD 45 million to study new psychosis treatments

One out of 100 people will experience a psychotic episode in their lifetime, and these usually appear in late adolescence or early adulthood.

6 Nov 2024

New research explores how omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids may impact cancer rates

This study highlights the relationship between polyunsaturated fatty acids and cancer risk, suggesting blood biomarkers may be key for accurate assessment.

6 Nov 2024

Mice tails play a key role in preventing falls and improving balance

Why do mice have tails? The answer to this is not as simple as you might think. New research from the Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology (OIST) has shown that there's more to the humble mouse tail than previously assumed.

6 Nov 2024

Polyphenol-rich Mediterranean diets could help keep the brain younger

A study reveals that Mediterranean and green-MED diets rich in polyphenols may slow brain aging and reduce neurodegeneration through improved glycemic control.

6 Nov 2024

How a ketogenic diet could reduce autoimmune disease severity through host-microbiome interactions

This study uncovers the ketogenic diet's effects on the microbiome, revealing its potential to mitigate autoimmune diseases through metabolic pathways.

6 Nov 2024

Sleep apnea raises dementia risk in older women

Researchers determine the differential risk of dementia among men and women based on the presence of obstructive sleep apnea.

6 Nov 2024

Ancient herb shows promise in fighting dementia

Attempts to discover a breakthrough dementia drug might be drawing attention these days, but traditional medicinal products can offer hints for preventive medicine.

6 Nov 2024

Exploring the circadian influence of immune cells on metabolic health and fat storage

Recent research reveals that the immune system interacts with the body's internal clock, influencing both fat storage and temperature regulation. These insights carry substantial implications for individuals with irregular work, eating, or sleep patterns driven by the demands of modern life.

6 Nov 2024

A novel synthetic lethal target for ATM inhibitors in pancreatic cancer

A novel discovery in the field of pancreatic cancer treatment has been unveiled, revealing the epigenetic silencing of BEND4 as a potential synthetic lethal marker for enhancing the efficacy of ATM inhibitors in pancreatic cancer treatment.

5 Nov 2024

Advances in neutropenia research could pave the way for better treatments

Neutropenia is a condition in which there are not enough neutrophils, a type of white blood cell, in the blood.

5 Nov 2024

New insights into the role of innate immunity in tumor initiation

Along with defending against pathogens, the body's innate immune system helps to protect the stability of our genomes in unexpected ways -; ways that have important implications for the development of cancer, researchers at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (MSK) are discovering.

5 Nov 2024

AI model predicts Alzheimer’s progression with new insights into racial and sex-based disparities

Researchers developed a deep learning model that predicts Alzheimer’s progression with high accuracy, highlighting differences in disease progression across race and sex.

5 Nov 2024

Tight petticoat waist cord linked to skin cancer

A tightly tied waist cord of the underskirt (petticoat) traditionally worn under a saree, particularly in rural parts of India, may lead to what has been dubbed 'petticoat cancer,' warn doctors in the journal BMJ Case Reports after treating two women with this type of malignancy.

5 Nov 2024

New research uncovers 16 genes that aid breast cancer survival

Scientists at the Johns Hopkins Kimmel Cancer Center have identified 16 genes that breast cancer cells use to survive in the bloodstream after they've escaped the low-oxygen regions of a tumor.

5 Nov 2024

Genetic and environmental drivers shape early type 1 diabetes risk in children

Researchers from the TEDDY study highlight how specific genetic and environmental factors may drive early autoimmunity linked to type 1 diabetes in children, emphasizing distinct patterns for different autoantibodies.

5 Nov 2024

Study reveals low rates of palliative care for heart failure patients in the U.S.

A study by researchers at Saint Louis University shows that only one in eight patients with heart failure in the United States receive palliative care consultations within five years of diagnosis.

5 Nov 2024

Innovative heart model could transform personalized cardiac therapy

A team led by researchers at UNC-Chapel Hill have developed an innovative computer model of blood flow in the human heart that promises to transform how we understand, diagnose, and treat heart conditions.

5 Nov 2024

Elevated antibody responses to Epstein-Barr virus linked to increased risk of multiple sclerosis

Researchers identified a unique antibody signature against the Epstein-Barr virus protein EBNA1 that correlates with cross-reactive immune responses in multiple sclerosis (MS) patients. This connection provides new insights into how EBV infection may drive MS pathogenesis.

5 Nov 2024

Machine learning identifies key genes linking rheumatoid arthritis and osteoporosis

Rheumatoid arthritis is a common disease affecting an estimated 17 million people worldwide. The disease is caused by immune cells attacking the joints and can result in pain, swelling, and damage to the cartilage and bone.

5 Nov 2024

Multi-omics-based classification of gastrointestinal stromal tumors lays groundwork for precision treatment

A recent study offering a comprehensive view of the genome and transcriptome of gastrointestinal stromal tumors (GISTs) has introduced a new, multi-omics-based molecular classification of these tumors.

5 Nov 2024

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Medical Condition News

Researchers receive CAD 45 million to study new psychosis treatments

New research explores how omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids may impact cancer rates

Mice tails play a key role in preventing falls and improving balance

Polyphenol-rich Mediterranean diets could help keep the brain younger

How a ketogenic diet could reduce autoimmune disease severity through host-microbiome interactions

Sleep apnea raises dementia risk in older women

Ancient herb shows promise in fighting dementia

Exploring the circadian influence of immune cells on metabolic health and fat storage

A novel synthetic lethal target for ATM inhibitors in pancreatic cancer

Advances in neutropenia research could pave the way for better treatments

New insights into the role of innate immunity in tumor initiation

AI model predicts Alzheimer’s progression with new insights into racial and sex-based disparities

Tight petticoat waist cord linked to skin cancer

New research uncovers 16 genes that aid breast cancer survival

Genetic and environmental drivers shape early type 1 diabetes risk in children

Study reveals low rates of palliative care for heart failure patients in the U.S.

Innovative heart model could transform personalized cardiac therapy

Elevated antibody responses to Epstein-Barr virus linked to increased risk of multiple sclerosis

Machine learning identifies key genes linking rheumatoid arthritis and osteoporosis

Multi-omics-based classification of gastrointestinal stromal tumors lays groundwork for precision treatment

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Professor Nancy Ip: Pioneering New Paths in Neurodegenerative Therapy

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