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Diabetes complications worsen prognosis for colorectal cancer patients

Complications of diabetes can have numerous negative health effects, from impaired vision and nerve damage to kidney dysfunction and heart disease.

28 Oct 2023

Ethical microbiome research with Indigenous communities: A framework for collaboration and sovereignty

Research on the trillions of microorganisms that make up a person's microbiome can lead to medical breakthroughs to treat diseases like inflammatory bowel syndrome and diabetes.

27 Oct 2023

IU researchers play key roles in national consortium to study the use of Alzheimer's disease biomarkers

Researchers at Indiana University School of Medicine will play key roles in a national consortium led by Wake Forest University School of Medicine to study the use, interpretation and implementation of biomarkers to diagnose Alzheimer's disease.

27 Oct 2023

Time-restricted eating helps people with type 2 diabetes lose weight and control blood sugar

Time-restricted eating, also known as intermittent fasting, can help people with Type 2 diabetes lose weight and control their blood sugar levels, according to a new study published in JAMA Network Open from researchers at the University of Illinois Chicago.

27 Oct 2023

Low-cost anti-inflammatory hydrogel could help treat chronic skin lesions in people with diabetes

Researchers in São Paulo state, Brazil, have developed a low-cost anti-inflammatory hydrogel that in future could help treat chronic skin lesions such as those often seen in people with diabetes.

27 Oct 2023

New treatment combination shows promise for metastatic colorectal cancer patients with rare genetic mutation

An international Phase 3 clinical trial found that metastatic colorectal cancer patients with a rare genetic tumor mutation called KRAS G12C experienced superior progression-free survival rates compared to standard of care when offered a combination treatment of KRAS inhibitor sotorasib and monoclonal antibody panitumumab.

27 Oct 2023

City of Hope, TGen receive $4.5 million to validate liquid biopsy for early detection of pancreatic cancer

City of Hope, one of the largest cancer research and treatment organizations in the United States, and TGen are leading an international group that has been awarded $4.5 million to validate a liquid biopsy for the early detection of pancreatic cancer.

26 Oct 2023

AI shows promise in predicting type 2 diabetes but faces hurdles for clinical use

Researchers have conducted a comprehensive review of AI-based models for predicting type 2 diabetes, revealing their potential for individualized risk assessment and preventative care. Despite promising results, the study calls for more extensive validation and collaboration between AI and medical experts for effective clinical application.

26 Oct 2023

Can the planetary health diet save your life and the planet? Study finds mixed results

Adhering to a Planetary Health Diet (PHD), which emphasizes plant-based foods, was found to reduce risks of chronic diseases and death among Chinese Singaporeans, according to a new study. However, while higher PHD scores were linked to a 7% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions, they also resulted in increased land and water usage

26 Oct 2023

Exploring the link between red meat intake and inflammation

Inflammation is a risk factor for many chronic diseases, including cardiovascular disease (CVD), and the impact of diet on inflammation is an area of growing scientific interest.

26 Oct 2023

Does the timing of prenatal exposure to corticosteroids and β2-agonists impact a child's neurodevelopment by age 3?

Researchers investigated the association between the timing of in-utero exposure to β2-agonists and corticosteroids and offspring neurodevelopmental milestones during the initial three years of life.

26 Oct 2023

Healthy eating may be a key player in COPD risk reduction

The association between diet quality and the odds of Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).

26 Oct 2023

Boosting brain health with iron and manganese: A dietary defense against cognitive decline

The recent study published in Nutrients explores the link between dietary mineral intake and cognitive impairment in elderly Spanish individuals, finding that increased consumption of iron and manganese significantly reduced cognitive impairment risk in women but showed no effect in men.

25 Oct 2023

Researchers identify mechanism through which dietary omega 3 supplements alleviate liver condition

A study spearheaded by Oregon State University has shown why certain polyunsaturated fatty acids work to combat a dangerous liver condition, opening a new avenue of drug research for a disease that currently has no FDA-approved medications.

25 Oct 2023

Eating ultra-processed foods puts your liver at risk, new study warns

Research found a significant link between the consumption of ultra-processed foods (UPFs) and increased risks of non-alcoholic fatty liver disease, liver cirrhosis, and severe hepatic illnesses. The findings suggest that reducing UPF intake could be key to enhancing liver health and well-being.

25 Oct 2023

NF-κB activation during COVID-19 and its impact on patients with hypertension

Researchers review the role of NF-κB activation in the replication of SARS-CoV-2 and the impact of COVID-19 medications on NF-κB activation.

25 Oct 2023

Study challenges link between low birth weight and childhood neurodevelopmental issues

A recent study in JAMA Psychiatry used Mendelian Randomization to examine the link between low birth weight and neurodevelopmental issues in children. The research found no causal relationship between maternal genetic factors affecting birth weight and offspring neurodevelopment, although some evidence suggested that fetal genetic variants may play a limited role.

25 Oct 2023

Study: Extending diabetic eye screen to 2 years could risk critical treatment delays and sight loss

Extending the annual screen by a year for people in England considered to be at low risk of diabetic eye disease (diabetic retinopathy) could risk critical treatment delays and/or sight loss, suggests a large, real world data study, published online in the British Journal of Ophthalmology.

25 Oct 2023

Scientists achieve breakthrough in treating 'neglected' polymyalgia rheumatica

Scientists have found success in treating a 'neglected' inflammatory condition, polymyalgia rheumatica, with a drug that could provide an alternative to steroids for patients.

25 Oct 2023

Atrial fibrillation diagnosis associated with 45% increased risk of mild cognitive impairment

Atrial fibrillation (AF) diagnosis was associated with a 45% increased risk of mild cognitive impairment (MCI) among a cohort of 4.3 million individuals in the UK, according to a new study published in JACC: Advances.

25 Oct 2023

Diabetes News and Research

Latest Diabetes News and Research

Diabetes complications worsen prognosis for colorectal cancer patients

Ethical microbiome research with Indigenous communities: A framework for collaboration and sovereignty

IU researchers play key roles in national consortium to study the use of Alzheimer's disease biomarkers

Time-restricted eating helps people with type 2 diabetes lose weight and control blood sugar

Low-cost anti-inflammatory hydrogel could help treat chronic skin lesions in people with diabetes

New treatment combination shows promise for metastatic colorectal cancer patients with rare genetic mutation

City of Hope, TGen receive $4.5 million to validate liquid biopsy for early detection of pancreatic cancer

AI shows promise in predicting type 2 diabetes but faces hurdles for clinical use

Can the planetary health diet save your life and the planet? Study finds mixed results

Exploring the link between red meat intake and inflammation

Does the timing of prenatal exposure to corticosteroids and β2-agonists impact a child's neurodevelopment by age 3?

Healthy eating may be a key player in COPD risk reduction

Boosting brain health with iron and manganese: A dietary defense against cognitive decline

Researchers identify mechanism through which dietary omega 3 supplements alleviate liver condition

Eating ultra-processed foods puts your liver at risk, new study warns

NF-κB activation during COVID-19 and its impact on patients with hypertension

Study challenges link between low birth weight and childhood neurodevelopmental issues

Study: Extending diabetic eye screen to 2 years could risk critical treatment delays and sight loss

Scientists achieve breakthrough in treating 'neglected' polymyalgia rheumatica

Atrial fibrillation diagnosis associated with 45% increased risk of mild cognitive impairment

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Professor Nancy Ip: Pioneering New Paths in Neurodegenerative Therapy

Utilizing process Raman in optimizing cultivated meat production

Diabetes News and Research

Latest Diabetes News and Research

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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