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Lactate's role in driving cancer cachexia uncovered

Study highlights the significant role of lactate in promoting cancer cachexia via activation of the adipose-specific G-protein-coupled receptor 81 (GPR81), suggesting new therapeutic targets for this condition.

20 Mar 2024

Unraveling the relationship between olfactory receptors and blood pressure sex differences

Using data from both mice and humans, a Johns Hopkins Medicine research team has found that a cell surface protein that senses odors and chemicals may be responsible for -; and help explain -; sex differences in mammalian blood pressure.

20 Mar 2024

Common cranberry can help improve performance of competitive athletes

Competitive athletes are always looking for an extra edge that can help them improve performance. According to a new study by Concordia researchers published in the journal Physical Activity and Nutrition, they can find one in the common cranberry.

19 Mar 2024

Study reveals new strategy to improve and accelerate recovery from muscle injuries

Muscle injuries are common in the active population, and they cause the majority of player leaves in the world of sport.

19 Mar 2024

Microgravity severely disrupts rhythmic gene expression in humans, study shows

Simulated effects of microgravity, created by 60 days of constant bed rest, severely disrupts rhythmic gene expression in humans, according to a new study from the University of Surrey.

19 Mar 2024

Review suggests the middle-aged brain could provide a window into future cognitive health

The middle-aged brain could provide a window into future cognitive health, researchers write in a review publishing March 19 in the journal Trends in Neurosciences.

19 Mar 2024

Advanced hydrogel promotes GI wound healing

Gastrointestinal (GI) surgery, interventional screening procedures such as colonoscopies, and naturally occurring complications such as ulcers, can lead to adverse events, including internal bleeding, intestinal wall perforation, and leakage.

19 Mar 2024

Unlocking weight loss through exercise mimicry with metformin

An "anti-hunger" molecule produced after vigorous exercise is responsible for the moderate weight loss caused by the diabetes medication metformin, according to a new study in mice and humans.

18 Mar 2024

New compounds show potential to mimic benefits of exercise

Doctors have long prescribed exercise to improve and protect health. In the future, a pill may offer some of the same benefits as exercise.

18 Mar 2024

Study reveals safety and acceptability of very low calorie diets in teenagers with obesity

Short-term very low calorie diets are safe for teenagers living with moderate to severe obesity when closely monitored by an experienced dietitian, new research to be presented at the European Congress on Obesity (ECO 2024), has found.

18 Mar 2024

Gout not just for Victorians: 1 in 40 Brits have this extremely painful disease

If you thought gout was an outdated condition affecting portly, red-faced Victorians, think again.1 in 40 Brits now have this extremely painful disease, making it the UK’s most common form of inflammatory arthritis. Cases among people in their 20s and 30s have increased by 30%, and faster monitoring and treatment is needed, says a leading expert.

18 Mar 2024

Rare condition post-orgasmic illness syndrome explored in depth

Comprehensive review synthesizes current knowledge on post-orgasmic illness syndrome (POIS), a rare condition marked by a range of symptoms following ejaculation, highlighting the need for further research to understand its causes and develop effective treatments.

17 Mar 2024

Unraveling the complexities of muscle repair in diabetes: A call for targeted research and therapies

Review outlines the impact of diabetes on skeletal muscle regeneration, highlighting the need for focused research and innovative therapies to tackle this growing health issue.

17 Mar 2024

Nanoparticles turbocharge turmeric's curcumin for enhanced health benefits

Study explores nanoparticle-enhanced curcumin formulations, promising to significantly boost its health benefits including anticancer, antioxidant, and anti-inflammatory effects by improving bioavailability and bioactivity.

17 Mar 2024

Soft, stretchy throat patch empowers speech in people with voice disorders

People with voice disorders, including those with pathological vocal cord conditions or who are recovering from laryngeal cancer surgeries, can often find it difficult or impossible to speak. That may soon change.

15 Mar 2024

The efficacy of the Mediterranean diet on health outcomes in adults with cancer

A new study published in Nature explores the safety and benefits of this diet in adults with cancer, in addition to its feasibility in this population.

15 Mar 2024

Microfluidic chips advance neurodegenerative disease research

Researchers review the role of microfluidic chip models in understanding neurodegenerative diseases, offering insights into the disease mechanisms and potential for drug development through innovative lab-on-a-chip technologies.

14 Mar 2024

Long COVID manifests as a post-viral syndrome indistinguishable from other respiratory illnesses

Long COVID appears to manifest as a post-viral syndrome indistinguishable from seasonal influenza and other respiratory illnesses, with no evidence of increased moderate-to-severe functional limitations a year after infection, according to new research being presented at this year's European Congress of Clinical Microbiology and Infectious Diseases (ECCMID 2024) in Barcelona, Spain (27-30 April).

14 Mar 2024

Understanding the genetic and cellular impact of smoking

It's no secret that smoking is extremely detrimental to health. Tobacco smoke contains thousands of chemicals, including carcinogens, increasing the risk of cancer, cardiovascular and respiratory diseases.

14 Mar 2024

Groundbreaking study unveils new insights into neurodegenerative disorder symptoms

Identification of clinical disease trajectories in neurodegenerative disorders with natural language processing.

14 Mar 2024

Muscle News and Research

Lactate's role in driving cancer cachexia uncovered

Unraveling the relationship between olfactory receptors and blood pressure sex differences

Common cranberry can help improve performance of competitive athletes

Study reveals new strategy to improve and accelerate recovery from muscle injuries

Microgravity severely disrupts rhythmic gene expression in humans, study shows

Review suggests the middle-aged brain could provide a window into future cognitive health

Advanced hydrogel promotes GI wound healing

Unlocking weight loss through exercise mimicry with metformin

New compounds show potential to mimic benefits of exercise

Study reveals safety and acceptability of very low calorie diets in teenagers with obesity

Gout not just for Victorians: 1 in 40 Brits have this extremely painful disease

Rare condition post-orgasmic illness syndrome explored in depth

Unraveling the complexities of muscle repair in diabetes: A call for targeted research and therapies

Nanoparticles turbocharge turmeric's curcumin for enhanced health benefits

Soft, stretchy throat patch empowers speech in people with voice disorders

The efficacy of the Mediterranean diet on health outcomes in adults with cancer

Microfluidic chips advance neurodegenerative disease research

Long COVID manifests as a post-viral syndrome indistinguishable from other respiratory illnesses

Understanding the genetic and cellular impact of smoking

Groundbreaking study unveils new insights into neurodegenerative disorder symptoms

Sensing a Healthier Future

Achieving and maintaining ISO/IEC 27001 and BS 10012 certifications

Expanding research and clinical options for children with cancer

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