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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

Brain clues in the battle against long COVID: study pinpoints neuroinflammation

The relationship between circulating markers of vascular dysfunction and neuroinflammation.

25 Oct 2023

Canine transmission models provide insights into the neurological impacts of COVID-19 on human brains

The histopathologic alteration caused by SARS‑CoV‑2 on mammalian neurological systems.

20 Oct 2023

Low serotonin levels observed in long COVID and other viral infections

Researchers identify a pathophysiological mechanism linking serotonin reduction to the multifaceted etiology of post-acute sequelae of COVID-19.

20 Oct 2023

Could young blood be the key to reversing age-related cognitive decline?

Researchers at the University of Auckland identify platelet factor 4 (PF4) in young blood as a key player in reversing age-related cognitive decline in mice. The study offers a promising avenue for treating dementia-related conditions and enhancing brain function in aging populations.

11 Oct 2023

Inflammatory diseases don't boost clotting risks post-COVID, study reveals

Canadian researchers found that patients with immune-mediated inflammatory diseases (IMIDs) don't face a heightened risk of venous thromboembolism events after recovering from COVID-19 compared to those without IMIDs. However, certain comorbidities can influence this risk, emphasizing the importance of individualized patient care.

11 Oct 2023

Study provides evidence for combination therapy as first-line treatment for relapsed ITP

Institute of Hematology & Blood Diseases Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences &Peking Union Medical College, conducted a multicenter comprehensive retrospective analysis to assess the effectiveness and safety of primary single-agent and combination therapies in treating adult patients with relapsed immune thrombocytopenia (ITP).

9 Oct 2023

AI model accurately forecasts patient outcomes for common lung cancer after surgery

Researchers develop an AI model to accurately predict prognosis for patients with non-small cell lung cancer after surgery. The model, which utilized a range of preoperative and postoperative blood test results, achieved high prediction accuracy, offering a promising approach for personalized treatment plans.

25 Sep 2023

Hokkaido red wines show promise in boosting vascular function

Researchers find that consuming red wines made from Zweigelt grape varietals cultivated in Hokkaido, Japan, can positively affect vascular and platelet function in healthy adult men, with the 2018 vintage having a more pronounced effect on blood pressure. The study highlights the role of specific polyphenolic profiles in wines for cardiovascular benefits.

21 Sep 2023

$AI-based model can predict risk of dying in the years following a hip fracture$

AI-based model can predict risk of dying in the years following a hip fracture

A new study published in the Journal of Orthopaedic Research indicates that an artificial intelligence–based model trained on basic blood and lab test data as well as basic demographic data can predict a patient's risk of death within 1-, 5-, and 10-years of experiencing a hip fracture.

20 Sep 2023

Study suggests link between blood transfusions and brain hemorrhages, but further research needed

Researchers investigated whether spontaneous intracerebral hemorrhages among blood donors after blood donation were linked to the development of spontaneous ICH among transfusion recipients.

14 Sep 2023

SARS-CoV-2 infection can exacerbate production of auto-antibodies relating to auto-immune diseases

An article published in NPJ Aging, a Springer Nature journal, reveals that natural production of auto-antibodies increases with age and that infection by SARS-CoV-2 can exacerbate production of auto-antibodies relating to auto-immune diseases, helping to explain why aging increases the chances of developing severe COVID-19.

12 Sep 2023

Psoriasis vs. atopic dermatitis: New study reveals surprising inflammatory differences in age-specific groups

The hematological parameters and serum biomarkers of inflammation and immunity in patients with atopic dermatitis and psoriasis.

12 Sep 2023

University of Birmingham and Acticor Biotech announce MHRA approval of LIBERATE clinical study

September 7th, 2023, the University of Birmingham and Acticor Biotech announce the full regulatory approval of LIBERATE clinical study.

9 Sep 2023

UTHealth Houston medical student brings back key lessons from enriching experience with Houston Texans

After a rare view inside the world of professional sports and orthopedic medicine through a clinical rotation with the Houston Texans this summer, Analisa Narro, a fourth-year student with McGovern Medical School at UTHealth Houston, brought back key lessons from the enriching experience.

8 Sep 2023

NSAID use linked to higher risk of blood clots in women of reproductive age, association stronger in women on high-risk hormonal contraception

A new paper published in The BMJ explores the effect of these drugs used concomitantly on the risk of venous thromboembolism (VTE).

8 Sep 2023

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

Brain clues in the battle against long COVID: study pinpoints neuroinflammation

Canine transmission models provide insights into the neurological impacts of COVID-19 on human brains

Low serotonin levels observed in long COVID and other viral infections

Could young blood be the key to reversing age-related cognitive decline?

Inflammatory diseases don't boost clotting risks post-COVID, study reveals

Study provides evidence for combination therapy as first-line treatment for relapsed ITP

AI model accurately forecasts patient outcomes for common lung cancer after surgery

Hokkaido red wines show promise in boosting vascular function

AI-based model can predict risk of dying in the years following a hip fracture

Study suggests link between blood transfusions and brain hemorrhages, but further research needed

SARS-CoV-2 infection can exacerbate production of auto-antibodies relating to auto-immune diseases

Psoriasis vs. atopic dermatitis: New study reveals surprising inflammatory differences in age-specific groups

University of Birmingham and Acticor Biotech announce MHRA approval of LIBERATE clinical study

UTHealth Houston medical student brings back key lessons from enriching experience with Houston Texans

NSAID use linked to higher risk of blood clots in women of reproductive age, association stronger in women on high-risk hormonal contraception

Study investigates the pathophysiological mechanisms of PASC after COVID-19

Study explores the biology of post-COVID-19 cognitive deficits

Extended P2Y12 inhibitor monotherapy reduces bleeding and ischemic events in ACS patients

Can the fermentation of foods enhance their antioxidant properties?

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