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Can loneliness lead to diabetes? New study reveals the role of physical activity and BMI

Study investigates the relationship between loneliness and diabetes, finding that physical activity and BMI mediate this link, but diet quality does not. It highlights the complex interplay between loneliness, lifestyle factors, and diabetes risk, underscoring the need for targeted interventions to improve both mental and physical health.

28 Nov 2023

Abnormal myelin, not loss of myelin, may drive axon degeneration in myelin diseases

Myelin is an insulating sheath around axons - the processes connecting nerve cells - that is mostly composed of lipids and proteins.

28 Nov 2023

Radiation therapy could improve cardiac function in heart failure

Cardiologists and radiation oncologists at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis pioneered the use of radiation therapy - a strategy typically used against cancer - to treat patients with a life-threatening abnormal heart rhythm called ventricular tachycardia.

28 Nov 2023

Researchers make great strides in combating pneumococcal pneumonia

The global impact of the coronavirus pandemic has ignited a renewed focus on emerging and re-emerging infectious diseases.

28 Nov 2023

Immune receptor protein linked to healthy aging and lifespan in mice

Life expectancy and healthy aging in mice can be determined by a protein present in some cells of the immune system, according to a study published in the journal Cell Reports.

28 Nov 2023

Microneedle bandage offers new hope for diabetic wound treatment

Researchers developed a microneedle (MN) bandage containing selenium (Se) and chlorin e6 (Ce6) hybrid nanoparticles (SeC@PA) for diabetic wound therapy.

28 Nov 2023

Omega-3s in the spotlight: The impact of EPA and DHA on athlete health and performance

Research paper reviews the effects of omega-3 fatty acids, EPA, and DHA, on athletes, discussing their benefits in inflammation control, cognitive function, and muscle maintenance, and the need for further research to fully understand their impact. It also addresses the risks and optimal intake of these supplements, highlighting their potential to improve athletic performance and recovery with minimal adverse effects at recommended doses.

27 Nov 2023

COVID-19 caused premature births, but vaccines helped reverse the trend

COVID-19 caused an alarming surge in premature births, but vaccines were key to returning the early birth rate to pre-pandemic levels, according to a new analysis of California birth records.

27 Nov 2023

SECRE technique paves way for new therapeutics for autoimmune diseases

Scientists have developed a potentially transformative new technique that could aid in the discovery and development of new therapeutics for a number of globally prevalent autoimmune diseases.

27 Nov 2023

Brain inflammation linked to neuropsychiatric symptoms in Alzheimer's

Common neuropsychiatric symptoms that doctors see in Alzheimer's disease patients originate from brain inflammation rather than amyloid and tau proteins, report University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine researchers today in JAMA Network Open.

27 Nov 2023

Researchers take step toward developing cell therapy treatment for MS

An international team has shown that the injection of a type of stem cell into the brains of patients living with progressive multiple sclerosis (MS) is safe, well tolerated and has a long-lasting effect that appears to protect the brain from further damage.

27 Nov 2023

The impact of diet on boosting immune function

The role of fruits, vegetables, spices, animal products, and other foods in strengthening the immune system.

27 Nov 2023

New study shows Spirulina and high-intensity training combo reduces obesity complications in men

The effects of combining high-intensity interval training (HIIT) with spirulina supplements to mitigate cardiometabolic disease risk.

27 Nov 2023

The future of functional foods: Leveraging Dendrobium officinale for optimal gut health and disease prevention

The structure, extraction, health benefits, and mechanisms of Dendrobium officinale polysaccharides (DOPs).

27 Nov 2023

Fiber-free diet key to treating childhood Crohn's disease, new study finds

Research reveals how a fiber-free diet in Exclusive Enteral Nutrition (EEN) helps treat Crohn's disease in children by affecting the intestinal pathobiont Mucispirillum schaedleri. It shows that this diet alters gut microbiota, reducing Mucispirillum's pathogenicity and aiding in managing colitis.

26 Nov 2023

Feasting for immunity: Study highlights foods that bolster your body's defenses

Study reviews how certain foods, including fruits, vegetables, spices, and animal products, bolster the immune system. It details the immune-boosting properties of various foods and underscores the importance of a nutritious diet in disease prevention and management.

26 Nov 2023

High dietary insulin index associated with increased risk of metabolic unhealthiness, research show

Study explored the association between dietary insulin index (DII) and dietary insulin load (DIL) with metabolic healthy (MH) status and the serum levels of brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF) and adropin among the Iranian adult population.

24 Nov 2023

Parkinson's disease a potential pathogenetic factor for coronary artery disease and stroke, study suggests

Researchers performed a two-sample Mendelian randomization (MR) analysis to explore causal associations between Parkinson's disease (PD) and cardio-cerebrovascular diseases.

24 Nov 2023

New insights into how SARS-CoV-2 evades our immune system

This review in Cellular and Molecular Immunology delves into the innate immune response to SARS-CoV-2, exploring how the virus evades immunity and the potential role of innate immunity in long-COVID and vaccine responses, shedding light on future therapeutic strategies.

23 Nov 2023

Obesity linked to prostate cancer risk: New study uncovers inherited dangers from fathers

Obesity contributes to prostate cancer risk and can be inherited from obese fathers, as shown in a review of over 280 studies examining obesity's impact on carcinogenesis and heritability.

23 Nov 2023

Inflammation News and Research

Can loneliness lead to diabetes? New study reveals the role of physical activity and BMI

Abnormal myelin, not loss of myelin, may drive axon degeneration in myelin diseases

Radiation therapy could improve cardiac function in heart failure

Researchers make great strides in combating pneumococcal pneumonia

Immune receptor protein linked to healthy aging and lifespan in mice

Microneedle bandage offers new hope for diabetic wound treatment

Omega-3s in the spotlight: The impact of EPA and DHA on athlete health and performance

COVID-19 caused premature births, but vaccines helped reverse the trend

SECRE technique paves way for new therapeutics for autoimmune diseases

Brain inflammation linked to neuropsychiatric symptoms in Alzheimer's

Researchers take step toward developing cell therapy treatment for MS

The impact of diet on boosting immune function

New study shows Spirulina and high-intensity training combo reduces obesity complications in men

The future of functional foods: Leveraging Dendrobium officinale for optimal gut health and disease prevention

Fiber-free diet key to treating childhood Crohn's disease, new study finds

Feasting for immunity: Study highlights foods that bolster your body's defenses

High dietary insulin index associated with increased risk of metabolic unhealthiness, research show

Parkinson's disease a potential pathogenetic factor for coronary artery disease and stroke, study suggests

New insights into how SARS-CoV-2 evades our immune system

Obesity linked to prostate cancer risk: New study uncovers inherited dangers from fathers

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Designing fluidic architecture for scalable diagnostic platforms

Evaluating new approaches for rare disease genomics

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