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Gum disease tied to higher thrombosis risk: Could periodontal therapy help save lives?

The connection between gum disease and thrombosis underscores the role of oral health in reducing thrombotic disease risk and improving patient outcomes.

17 Oct 2024

High blood pressure found to increase airway resistance and affect lung function

High blood pressure (hypertension) causes thickening of the blood vessels and hardening of the arteries (arteriosclerosis). A study conducted by Brazilian researchers has shown for the first time that a similar phenomenon occurs in the lungs. High blood pressure hardens the bronchi and increases airway resistance, impairing respiratory capacity.

17 Oct 2024

Tissue chips help translate respiratory disease research into clinical applications

Scientists are developing advanced tools to understand and treat neurological symptoms such as brain fog associated with respiratory diseases like influenza.

17 Oct 2024

A deeper look at COVID-19 transmission and fetal health

A new Cleveland Clinic-led study published in The EMBO Journal shows that mild and asymptomatic SARS-CoV-2 infections can trigger immune responses in a pregnant individual that may cause serious inflammatory responses in the developing fetus.

17 Oct 2024

Gut bacteria protect against PFAS-induced kidney harm

New research has revealed that the connection between per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, or PFAS, and kidney damage may be tied to dysregulation of the gut microbiome, which is made up of bacteria and other microorganisms that live in the digestive tract.

17 Oct 2024

Genetic analysis shows smoking and high BMI increase dementia risk, but education and exercise protect

Mendelian randomization of 400,000 participants reveals smoking, high BMI, and high cholesterol as major genetic risk factors for dementia, while longer education and physical activity reduce risks.

17 Oct 2024

Expanding access to GLP-1 weight-loss drugs could save thousands of lives

Researchers estimate that expanding access to weight-loss drugs could save over 50,000 lives annually, reducing obesity rates and addressing health inequities. Current drug uptake levels prevent far fewer deaths.

16 Oct 2024

Electronic nudges improve flu vaccination rates in non-diabetic patients but fail to increase uptake in diabetics

Electronic nudges had a small impact on flu vaccine uptake in patients without diabetes but showed no significant effect among diabetic patients, suggesting the need for tailored strategies for this group.

16 Oct 2024

Microplastics accelerate aging and inflammation in fat tissue, increasing risk of chronic disease

Researchers investigate the effects of microplastic exposure on the normal aging and function of adipose tissue.

16 Oct 2024

Adenine base editors show potential to correct X-CGD-causing mutations

A collaborative effort between investigators at the National Institutes of Health's National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) and Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH), a founding member of the Mass General Brigham healthcare system, demonstrates the potential of precise genome editing technologies, called adenine base editors, to correct disease-causing mutations in stem cells from patients with X-linked chronic granulomatous disease (X-CGD), a rare genetic disorder characterized by high susceptibility to infections.

16 Oct 2024

Two programs found to control invasion and inflammation in segregated tumor cell populations

Understanding in depth how tumors evolve to become malignant is the objective of the latest study led by the Cell Plasticity in Development and Disease laboratory, directed by ángela Nieto at the Institute for Neurosciences (IN), a joint center of the Spanish National Research Council (CSIC) and the Miguel Hernández University (UMH) of Elche.

16 Oct 2024

Understanding how men and women process pain differently

In a new study evaluating meditation for chronic lower back pain, researchers at University of California San Diego School of Medicine have discovered that men and women utilize different biological systems to relieve pain.

16 Oct 2024

Cellular Origins, Fresenius Kabi sign development agreement for scalable automation of cell and gene therapy manufacturing

Cellular Origins and Fresenius Kabi, an operating company of Fresenius, announce today they have signed a development agreement that leverages each company’s expertise in cell and gene therapies (CGTs).

16 Oct 2024

Can soda taxes fight obesity? New research adds to the debate

Findings suggest the Philadelphia sweetened beverage tax may lower BMI and obesity prevalence in adults, offering insights into effective health interventions.

16 Oct 2024

Genetic risk factors for long-COVID uncovered in a large multi-ethnic study

Researchers identified genetic loci and phenotypes linked to long-COVID in the largest multi-ethnic GWAS, revealing increased risk factors for chronic conditions like fatigue, depression, and fibromyalgia.

16 Oct 2024

Alleo and Ubiquigent enter AI-driven strategic partnership to accelerate DUB-focused drug discovery

Ubiquigent Limited (“Ubiquigent”), a drug discovery and development company harnessing novel deubiquitinase (DUB) modulators as new therapeutics for areas of high unmet medical need, today announced a strategic partnership with Alleo Labs Corp. (“Alleo”), a pioneer in using artificial intelligence (AI) to develop new therapeutics for neurological diseases.

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Everyday products ranked for health impact: Which ones are harming you and which are making you healthier?

The Building H Index 2024 rates 75+ non-healthcare products on their impact on human health, identifying how daily-use items influence eating, sleep, physical activity, social interaction, and outdoor behaviors. The report pushes for company accountability in improving health outcomes through small product modifications.

16 Oct 2024

Excess body fat significantly increases risk of postmenopausal breast cancer

Around 40% of postmenopausal hormone positive breast cancer cases may be linked to excess body fat, suggests Spanish research published online in the Journal of Epidemiology & Community Health.

16 Oct 2024

Research explores molecular mechanisms connecting TBI to Alzheimer's

Each year, about 2.5 million people suffer from traumatic brain injuries (TBI), which often increases their risk for developing Alzheimer's disease later in life.

15 Oct 2024

$Severe mental illness linked to higher risk of fragility fractures in older adults$

Severe mental illness linked to higher risk of fragility fractures in older adults

People over the age of 50 who have severe mental illness are more likely than the general population to experience fragility fractures but may be less likely to get a diagnosis for osteoporosis, finds a new study led by UCL researchers.

15 Oct 2024

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Gum disease tied to higher thrombosis risk: Could periodontal therapy help save lives?

High blood pressure found to increase airway resistance and affect lung function

Tissue chips help translate respiratory disease research into clinical applications

A deeper look at COVID-19 transmission and fetal health

Gut bacteria protect against PFAS-induced kidney harm

Genetic analysis shows smoking and high BMI increase dementia risk, but education and exercise protect

Expanding access to GLP-1 weight-loss drugs could save thousands of lives

Electronic nudges improve flu vaccination rates in non-diabetic patients but fail to increase uptake in diabetics

Microplastics accelerate aging and inflammation in fat tissue, increasing risk of chronic disease

Adenine base editors show potential to correct X-CGD-causing mutations

Two programs found to control invasion and inflammation in segregated tumor cell populations

Understanding how men and women process pain differently

Cellular Origins, Fresenius Kabi sign development agreement for scalable automation of cell and gene therapy manufacturing

Can soda taxes fight obesity? New research adds to the debate

Genetic risk factors for long-COVID uncovered in a large multi-ethnic study

Alleo and Ubiquigent enter AI-driven strategic partnership to accelerate DUB-focused drug discovery

Everyday products ranked for health impact: Which ones are harming you and which are making you healthier?

Excess body fat significantly increases risk of postmenopausal breast cancer

Research explores molecular mechanisms connecting TBI to Alzheimer's

Severe mental illness linked to higher risk of fragility fractures in older adults

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