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GLP-1 agonists linked to higher risk for gastrointestinal complications

They're being hailed as an effective way to lose weight, but diabetes drugs like Ozempic may come with a heightened risk of severe gastrointestinal problems.

5 Oct 2023

Automated insulin delivery could be a game-changer for pregnant women with type 1 diabetes

Automated insulin delivery should be rolled out to pregnant women with type 1 diabetes - according to researchers at the University of East Anglia.

5 Oct 2023

Unlocking the future of cancer care: Overcoming challenges in personalized neoantigen vaccine development

Challenges associated with the development and design of neoantigen cancer vaccines.

5 Oct 2023

Optimized protocol to prevent disease transmission through maternal mitochondrial DNA carryover

Researchers discuss a novel technique to minimize the risk of mtDNA carryover, thereby preventing genetic risk and clinical mitochondrial disease.

5 Oct 2023

Disinfectants used in food production may exacerbate antibiotic resistance

Yes, say researchers - who suspect that disinfectants used in food production may in fact be exacerbating a global public health problem.

5 Oct 2023

Green, matcha, and black tea: Effective weapons against Omicron subvariants, research reveals

The efficacy of tea and its catechins in deactivating the Omicron subvariant.

5 Oct 2023

Remote ischemic conditioning for acute stroke

The effect of remote ischemic conditioning (RIC) on functional outcomes in patients with acute stroke.

5 Oct 2023

Esketamine nasal spray superior in achieving remission in patients with treatment-resistant depression

Both severe depression and treatment-resistant depression are common. Up to one third of patients do not respond to conventional therapy with antidepressants such as selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) or serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors (SNRIs).

5 Oct 2023

New nasal vaccine shows promise in preventing deadly Strep A infections

As Streptococcus A cases continue to be prevalent in Queensland and internationally, a new nasal vaccine could provide long-term protection from the deadly bacteria.

4 Oct 2023

Oral lipid nanoparticle drug shows promise for preventing colitis-associated cancer in mice

An oral lipid nanoparticle drug prevents tumor development in mice, suggesting this is a promising drug formulation for preventing colitis-associated cancer, according to a study led by researchers in the Institute for Biomedical Sciences at Georgia State University.

4 Oct 2023

Effectiveness of Lactobacillus in treating inflammatory bowel disease

The role of Lactobacillus in treating inflammatory bowel disease.

4 Oct 2023

Could a Poria cocos extract be the key to conquering insomnia?

The study reveals that Poria cocos extract significantly improves sleep quality in insomniacs, increasing total sleep time and enhancing REM sleep duration. While promising, further investigations are needed to validate these findings and explore the effects of other active compounds within P. cocos.

3 Oct 2023

Stereotactic radiation therapy offers new hope for older adults with inoperable kidney cancer

Older adults diagnosed with kidney tumors that are not suitable for surgery may benefit from targeted, high-dose radiation, a new study from Australian and Dutch researchers suggests.

3 Oct 2023

How lifestyle tweaks could be the new shield against memory loss: U.S. POINTER study dives in

The U.S. POINTER study aims to explore if lifestyle changes like exercise, diet, and social activities can help preserve cognitive function in older Americans at risk for dementia. Modeled after Finland's successful FINGER study and set to complete in 2025, this extensive research will involve 2,000 participants and focus on diverse and culturally informed strategies.

2 Oct 2023

Could seaweeds be the superfood and medicine of the future?

Researchers consolidate the diverse nutritional and medicinal benefits of seaweeds, touting their potential in food, nutraceuticals, and pharmaceuticals. The study also highlights challenges and opportunities in industrial applications, calling for more research to optimize extraction and refinement processes.

2 Oct 2023

Novel vaccine lowers LDL cholesterol independent of statins

The effectiveness of virus-like particle (VLP)-based vaccines targeting epitopes in the low-density lipoprotein (LDL) receptor.

2 Oct 2023

Benefits of postpartum dietary intervention on weight management in obese women

Researchers explore the effects of a dietary intervention in postpartum women with higher body mass index.

2 Oct 2023

Unlocking hope for mitochondrial disorders with INTEGRA Biosciences’ electronic pipette

INTEGRA Biosciences’ VOYAGER adjustable tip spacing pipette to support their research on mitochondrial diseases.

From INTEGRA Biosciences 2 Oct 2023

Critical gaps found in pediatric medical device trials: Lack of control groups and low infant participation

Clinical trials addressing high-risk pediatric medical devices used in children.

2 Oct 2023

New study reveals BA.2.86 subvariant's surprising dance with antibodies

Researchers examined the antigenicity of the emerging SARS-CoV-2 subvariant BA.2.86, finding that it is not resistant to neutralizing antibodies from previously infected or vaccinated individuals, although it does show increased binding affinity to the ACE-2 receptor. The study highlights the subvariant's sensitivity and resistance to different classes of monoclonal antibodies, offering insights for future treatment and vaccine development.

2 Oct 2023

Efficacy News and Research

GLP-1 agonists linked to higher risk for gastrointestinal complications

Automated insulin delivery could be a game-changer for pregnant women with type 1 diabetes

Unlocking the future of cancer care: Overcoming challenges in personalized neoantigen vaccine development

Optimized protocol to prevent disease transmission through maternal mitochondrial DNA carryover

Disinfectants used in food production may exacerbate antibiotic resistance

Green, matcha, and black tea: Effective weapons against Omicron subvariants, research reveals

Remote ischemic conditioning for acute stroke

Esketamine nasal spray superior in achieving remission in patients with treatment-resistant depression

New nasal vaccine shows promise in preventing deadly Strep A infections

Oral lipid nanoparticle drug shows promise for preventing colitis-associated cancer in mice

Effectiveness of Lactobacillus in treating inflammatory bowel disease

Could a Poria cocos extract be the key to conquering insomnia?

Stereotactic radiation therapy offers new hope for older adults with inoperable kidney cancer

How lifestyle tweaks could be the new shield against memory loss: U.S. POINTER study dives in

Could seaweeds be the superfood and medicine of the future?

Novel vaccine lowers LDL cholesterol independent of statins

Benefits of postpartum dietary intervention on weight management in obese women

Unlocking hope for mitochondrial disorders with INTEGRA Biosciences’ electronic pipette

Critical gaps found in pediatric medical device trials: Lack of control groups and low infant participation

New study reveals BA.2.86 subvariant's surprising dance with antibodies

Bringing real-time analytics to downstream bioprocess monitoring

Designing fluidic architecture for scalable diagnostic platforms

Evaluating new approaches for rare disease genomics

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