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Four years non-diabetic status after impaired glucose tolerance diagnosis cuts cardiovascular risks

Maintaining non-diabetic status for at least four years after impaired glucose tolerance diagnosis significantly lowers the risk of cardiovascular complications and mortality.

10 Jul 2024

Salads under scrutiny: Study reveals contamination risks and solutions in ready-to-eat salads

The research paper highlights critical contamination points in the production of ready-to-eat salads and discusses solutions to ensure microbiological safety and health.

10 Jul 2024

Scientists discover a molecular defect that promotes pathologic immune response in lupus

Northwestern Medicine and Brigham and Women's Hospital scientists have discovered a molecular defect that promotes the pathologic immune response in systemic lupus erythematosus (known as lupus) and show that reversing this defect may potentially reverse the disease.

10 Jul 2024

Aging aggravates liver fibrosis in Down Syndrome, new study finds

A new research paper was published in Aging (listed by MEDLINE/PubMed as "Aging (Albany NY)" and "Aging-US" by Web of Science) Volume 16, Issue 12, entitled, "Aging exacerbates oxidative stress and liver fibrosis in an animal model of Down Syndrome."

10 Jul 2024

Novel molecule could inform new therapies for stroke-related brain injury

A newly developed molecule, LK-2, could inform new therapies for stroke-related brain injury, finds scientists at The Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids).

10 Jul 2024

New consortium receives NIH grant to accelerate development of effective TB treatments

A new consortium co-led by Weill Cornell Medicine, has been awarded a five-year, $31 million grant from the National Institutes of Health's National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases to accelerate the development of faster, more effective treatment regimens for tuberculosis (TB).

10 Jul 2024

Repurposing pemafibrate to treat liver disease associated with metabolic disorders

The University of Barcelona has led a study that suggests using the drug known as pemafibrate to treat liver disease associated with metabolic disorders, the most common liver pathology in the world, which affects one in four people.

10 Jul 2024

Antibody fragment discovery could lead to much-needed treatment for light chain amyloidosis

In people with a rare condition called light chain amyloidosis, light chain proteins-;which are a component of antibodies-;mutate and build up in different organs.

10 Jul 2024

Chronic exposure to air pollutants may increase lupus risk, research shows

New research published in Arthritis & Rheumatology indicates that chronic exposure to air pollutants may increase the risk of developing lupus, an autoimmune disease that affects multiple organs.

10 Jul 2024

Improving acne symptoms with Mediterranean diet and omega-3 supplements

In a study in the Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology that included 60 individuals with mild to moderate acne, following the Mediterranean diet and taking omega-3 fatty acid supplements led to significant reductions in inflammatory and non-inflammatory skin lesions, as well as improved quality of life.

10 Jul 2024

Researchers uncover the incidence and prevalence of eosinophilic esophagitis in Japan

In one of the first studies of its kind in Japan, Osaka Metropolitan University-led researchers uncovered the incidence and prevalence of the chronic allergic disorder eosinophilic esophagitis, or EoE.

10 Jul 2024

Blood cancer drug could help improve the efficiency of radiotherapy in meningiomas

Drugs developed to fight blood and other cancers could also help improve the efficiency of radiotherapy in the most commonly diagnosed low-grade brain tumour in adults, a new study has found.

10 Jul 2024

High-intensity interval exercise improves brain function in older adults

A longitudinal study by University of Queensland researchers has found high-intensity interval exercise improves brain function in older adults for up to 5 years.

10 Jul 2024

Understanding alcohol advertising effects on risky drinkers during sports events

New Edith Cowan University (ECU) research shows exposure to alcohol advertisements during national sports broadcasts, particularly those that feature a preferred beverage, significantly increases cravings in people with risky drinking behaviors.

10 Jul 2024

Experts identify sex and gender differences in cognitive resistance and resilience to Alzheimer's disease

Researchers investigated sex-related and gender-specific resistance and resilience factors in Alzheimer's disease.

10 Jul 2024

New study highlights impact of sleep disturbances on COVID-19 and long COVID

The influence of pre-existing sleep disturbances on coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) susceptibility, severity, and long-term effects.

10 Jul 2024

Scientists identify over 5,000 genetic variants that enable certain cancers to thrive

Researchers performed saturation genome editing of the BAP1, whose dysfunction is related to cancer and impaired neurodevelopment.

10 Jul 2024

Researchers call for ethical guidance on use of AI in healthcare

The ethical implications of deploying Large Language Models (LLMs) in healthcare through a systematic review.

10 Jul 2024

Tirzepatide outperforms semaglutide in weight loss for overweight and obese adults

Tirzepatide leads to significantly greater weight loss than semaglutide in overweight or obese adults, with no significant difference in gastrointestinal adverse effects.

10 Jul 2024

60 years in the making: Nanoparticles revolutionize nucleotide delivery

Researchers trace the 60-year evolution of lipid nanoparticles (LNPs) for nucleic acid delivery, highlighting their potential to revolutionize gene therapy with safer and more effective treatments.

10 Jul 2024

Medical Research News

Four years non-diabetic status after impaired glucose tolerance diagnosis cuts cardiovascular risks

Salads under scrutiny: Study reveals contamination risks and solutions in ready-to-eat salads

Scientists discover a molecular defect that promotes pathologic immune response in lupus

Aging aggravates liver fibrosis in Down Syndrome, new study finds

Novel molecule could inform new therapies for stroke-related brain injury

New consortium receives NIH grant to accelerate development of effective TB treatments

Repurposing pemafibrate to treat liver disease associated with metabolic disorders

Antibody fragment discovery could lead to much-needed treatment for light chain amyloidosis

Chronic exposure to air pollutants may increase lupus risk, research shows

Improving acne symptoms with Mediterranean diet and omega-3 supplements

Researchers uncover the incidence and prevalence of eosinophilic esophagitis in Japan

Blood cancer drug could help improve the efficiency of radiotherapy in meningiomas

High-intensity interval exercise improves brain function in older adults

Understanding alcohol advertising effects on risky drinkers during sports events

Experts identify sex and gender differences in cognitive resistance and resilience to Alzheimer's disease

New study highlights impact of sleep disturbances on COVID-19 and long COVID

Scientists identify over 5,000 genetic variants that enable certain cancers to thrive

Researchers call for ethical guidance on use of AI in healthcare

Tirzepatide outperforms semaglutide in weight loss for overweight and obese adults

60 years in the making: Nanoparticles revolutionize nucleotide delivery

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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