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Use of blood fat-lowering statins linked to slower progression of Alzheimer's dementia

Blood fat-lowering statins could slow the progression of Alzheimer's disease, at least for some patients. This is the result of a new study led by Karolinska Institutet published in Alzheimer Research and Therapy.

19 Dec 2023

Widespread cannabis use linked to increase in psychiatric disorders, UMSOM review finds

The widespread use of cannabis (marijuana) and its increased potency are associated with a rise in cannabis-related psychiatric conditions, according to a new University of Maryland School of Medicine (UMSOM) review article that was recently published in the New England Journal of Medicine.

19 Dec 2023

Endometrial cancer rates rising alarmingly, particularly among Black women

The numbers are stark and deeply troubling. Endometrial cancer - which develops in the lining of the uterus (womb) and is sometimes called uterine cancer - is on the rise in the U.S. In 1987, there were 35,000 cases annually.

19 Dec 2023

AI-driven advancements in electronic skin technology promise revolution in health monitoring and diagnostics

Review discusses the integration of AI in developing next-generation e-skin, focusing on engineering challenges, signal processing, and health data analysis for applications in human-machine interfaces and disease diagnosis.

19 Dec 2023

Hip-focused physical therapy provides faster low back pain relief in older adults

When the University of Delaware's Gregory Hicks started his research career two decades ago, he was one of only a few people in the United States studying chronic low back pain in people over 60 years old.

19 Dec 2023

A novel stem cell solution for preventing ischemia-induced amputations

Across the United States, about 2 million people are living with an amputation and another 185,000 amputations occur every year, according to the Amputee Coalition, a Washington DC-based support group.

19 Dec 2023

First case of COVID-caused vocal cord paralysis in teen reported by Mass Eye and Ear doctors

Physician-researchers from Mass Eye and Ear, a member of Mass General Brigham, report the first pediatric case of bilateral vocal cord paralysis after COVID-19 (SARS-CoV-2) infection.

19 Dec 2023

Childhood trauma linked to chronic pain in adulthood

Physical, sexual, or emotional abuse, or neglect, either alone or combined with other types of childhood trauma, increases the risk of chronic pain and related disability in adulthood, according to new research.

19 Dec 2023

Groundbreaking genome-editing technique holds promise for treating Charcot–Marie–Tooth disease

Scientific advances in the last century have changed our world significantly. For example, the world of genetics has opened doors to a myriad of possibilities: augmented human capabilities, cures for diseases, and even changes to the course of evolution.

19 Dec 2023

Bridging ideas to IND: Nona Biosciences' year of impact in biotechnology

Amidst a backdrop of industry-wide hurdles like inflation, talent scarcities, and stringent regulatory landscapes, Nona Biosciences is showing great promise as an emerging global leader in biotechnology.

From Nona BioSciences 19 Dec 2023

AGA releases the first comprehensive evidence-based guideline on management of pouchitis

The American Gastroenterological Association (AGA) has released the first comprehensive evidence-based guideline on the management of pouchitis, the most common complication people with ulcerative colitis experience following surgery to remove their colon.

19 Dec 2023

UCL scientists receive £997,000 from the Type 1 Diabetes Grand Challenge

Scientists at the UCL Institute of Immunity & Transplantation (IIT) are part of a team to receive £997,000 from the Type 1 Diabetes Grand Challenge, a new partnership involving The Steve Morgan Foundation, Diabetes UK and JDRF.

19 Dec 2023

Mice with humanized immune systems test new cancer therapeutic approach that blindfolds immune cells to the body’s self-recognition system

Researchers investigated the anticancer effects of drugs targeting human tumor-associated macrophages (TAMs) in vivo. In humanized murine models, they tested the effectiveness of an antibody to human signal regulatory protein alpha (SIRPα) for cancer immunotherapy.

19 Dec 2023

Therapy News and Research

Use of blood fat-lowering statins linked to slower progression of Alzheimer's dementia

Widespread cannabis use linked to increase in psychiatric disorders, UMSOM review finds

Endometrial cancer rates rising alarmingly, particularly among Black women

AI-driven advancements in electronic skin technology promise revolution in health monitoring and diagnostics

Hip-focused physical therapy provides faster low back pain relief in older adults

A novel stem cell solution for preventing ischemia-induced amputations

First case of COVID-caused vocal cord paralysis in teen reported by Mass Eye and Ear doctors

Childhood trauma linked to chronic pain in adulthood

Groundbreaking genome-editing technique holds promise for treating Charcot–Marie–Tooth disease

Bridging ideas to IND: Nona Biosciences' year of impact in biotechnology

AGA releases the first comprehensive evidence-based guideline on management of pouchitis

UCL scientists receive £997,000 from the Type 1 Diabetes Grand Challenge

Mice with humanized immune systems test new cancer therapeutic approach that blindfolds immune cells to the body’s self-recognition system

Patients facing death are opting for a lifesaving heart device — but at what risk?

New study challenges "gold standard" opioid treatment for cancer pain

Two new practice parameters offer recommendations for treating anaphylaxis and atopic dermatitis

Social vulnerability linked to unhealthy lifestyles and poor health in the US, study finds

Shattering myths: Study reveals new insights on type 1 diabetes and obesity link

How exercise battles muscle fat: New gene holds the answer

New study casts doubt on effectiveness of opioids for cancer pain

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Advancing Neuroscience Research Through Collaboration and Patient-Centered Innovation

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How Omics Technologies Are Transforming Biological Research and Drug Discovery

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