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Nationally recognized gastroenterologist joins NYU Langone to lead Pediatric IBD Program

Nationally recognized pediatric gastroenterologist, Michael Dolinger, MD, MBA, joins Hassenfeld Children's Hospital at NYU Langone as director of the Pediatric Inflammatory Bowel Disease Program within the Pediatric Gastroenterology Program.

5 Mar 2025

Research shows exercise and healthy eating reduce inflammation in postmenopausal women

Researchers at the University of Jyväskylä's Faculty of Sport and Health Sciences have found that women who exhibit disturbed eating behaviors and engage in low physical activity tend to have more central body fat and a higher risk of metabolic low-grade inflammation.

5 Mar 2025

Study finds potential biomarker for joint inflammation in Crohn's disease

People with Crohn's disease and related joint inflammation linked to immune system dysfunction have distinct gut bacteria or microbiota, with the bacterium Mediterraneibacter gnavus being a potential biomarker, according to new study by Weill Cornell Medicine researchers.

5 Mar 2025

Daily mango consumption may improve insulin sensitivity in overweight or obese adults

New research has uncovered a potential gamechanger for improving cardiometabolic health: fresh mangos.

5 Mar 2025

Iron dysregulation linked to long COVID development

Problems with iron levels in the blood and the body's ability to regulate this important nutrient as a result of SARS-CoV-2 infection could be a key trigger for long COVID, new research has discovered.

5 Mar 2025

New insights into miRNA roles in diabetic cardiomyopathy immune regulation

Announcing a new article publication for Cardiovascular Innovations and Applications journal. Diabetic cardiomyopathy (DCM), an independent diabetes complication, is characterized by abnormalities in myocardial structure, function, and metabolism, including diminished myocardial contractility, myocardial hypertrophy, and fibrosis.

5 Mar 2025

Long-term NSAID use linked to lower dementia risk

Past research has suggested that inflammation may contribute to the development and progression of dementia and that non-steroidal anti-inflammatory (NSAID) medications may help protect against dementia due to their anti-inflammatory effects.

5 Mar 2025

New MS research harnessing the brain's healing power

A new multiple sclerosis (MS) research project designed to help the brain repair itself by activating its own healing processes has been announced as part of MS Australia's latest $5.7 million research investment.

5 Mar 2025

Feeding infants diverse foods early may cut allergy risk, study reveals

Early dietary diversity in infants may reduce the risk of food allergies by promoting immune tolerance and gut microbiome diversity, while pregnancy diet has limited impact on allergy prevention.

4 Mar 2025

Breastfeeding for six months may spur beneficial gut bacteria linked to lower childhood blood pressure

Nursing for at least six months may spur beneficial gut bacteria connected to better heart health years later.

4 Mar 2025

Targeting mitochondrial DNA integrity for cardiac protection after injury

Maintaining mitochondrial DNA (mtDNA) integrity is crucial for cardiomyocyte function, and its disruption plays a significant role in ischemia/reperfusion (I/R) injury.

4 Mar 2025

Does a vegetarian diet help or harm your brain? Here’s what the science reveals

A recent study in Nutrients examines the effects of vegetarian and vegan diets on neurological health, highlighting both benefits and potential nutrient deficiencies that impact cognitive function.

3 Mar 2025

Cheese isn't just food—it’s a microbiome booster, study confirms

Scientists reveal that cheese-derived bacteria, particularly less abundant strains, can shape gut microbiota and enhance metabolic functions, underscoring the impact of fermented foods on gut health.

3 Mar 2025

Synthetic microbiome therapy offers new hope against C. difficile infections

A synthetic microbiome therapy, tested in mice, protects against severe symptoms of a gut infection that is notoriously difficult-to-treat and potentially life threatening in humans, according to a team of researchers at Penn State.

3 Mar 2025

Maternal stress may disrupt infant gut health, study highlights long-term risks

Perinatal maternal stress may alter gut microbiota in mothers and infants, potentially increasing inflammatory bacteria linked to health risks. A scoping review highlights the need for better stress measurement and microbiome research.

3 Mar 2025

New blood biomarkers could revolutionize gallbladder cancer diagnosis

Researchers at Karolinska Institutet and Karolinska University Hospital have identified biomarkers in the blood that can be used to distinguish gallbladder cancer from inflammation of the gallbladder.

3 Mar 2025

Skin organoids show promise for treating frostbite injuries

Frostbite is a severe cold injury that affects millions worldwide, often resulting in prolonged recovery, scarring, and long-term complications such as chronic pain and dysfunction.

3 Mar 2025

Targeting SSAT enzyme offers new hope for psoriasis treatment

Psoriasis is one of the most common chronic inflammatory skin diseases, affecting around 250,000 people in Austria.

3 Mar 2025

British Heart Foundation’s Centre of Research Excellence launches at The University of Manchester

The University of Manchester has launched the British Heart Foundation (BHF) Manchester Centre of Research Excellence following an award of £4 million to support world-class cardiovascular disease from the leading charity.

From The University of Manchester 3 Mar 2025