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New study provides comprehensive picture of perioperative cardiac arrest in the UK

A new study ‒ that has examined all cardiac arrests occurring during or soon after surgery in more than 300 UK hospitals over a one-year period ‒ has identified that this extremely dangerous and often fatal event occurs in 3 per 10,000 surgeries requiring anesthesia.

16 Nov 2023

Curcumin boosts brain delivery of HIV drug, curbing inflammation and oxidative stress

Study shows curcumin enhances antiretroviral delivery and reduces inflammation and oxidative stress in HIV, offering potential improvements in treating HIV-associated neurocognitive disorders.

16 Nov 2023

Breakthrough study: inhibiting USP30 gene offers hope in treating Parkinson’s disease

Whether USP30 inhibition can serve as a disease-modifying therapy for Parkinson's disease (PD).

15 Nov 2023

Aquatic HIIT improves exercise capacity in adults with chronic conditions

High-intensity interval training in water, often called aquatic HIIT (AHIIT) improves exercise capacity in adults with chronic conditions and has a similar impact as land based training (LBHIIT), suggests research published in the open access journal BMJ Open Sport & Exercise Medicine.

14 Nov 2023

Study uses cellulose sheets to map body's extracellular vesicles, unlocking disease insights

Study demonstrates the use of cellulose nanofiber sheets for spatial analysis of extracellular vesicles, revealing their geographical heterogeneity in the human body, which could advance the understanding and treatment of diseases.

14 Nov 2023

Exploring nature's palette: The promising future of natural food colorants

A review in Foods journal discusses the potential of natural foods as alternatives to synthetic colorants in food products, focusing on their safety and potential health benefits. It highlights the need for more research to enhance the stability and availability of natural food coloring agents.

13 Nov 2023

Rat study suggests hemodialysis plus ketogenic diet could enhance cancer treatment

The study in Scientific Reports investigates the potential of hemodialysis (HD) to sustain elevated blood ketone levels in rats on a ketogenic diet, exploring its use as an adjunct in cancer treatment. Results show that HD maintains ketone levels while reducing glucose and insulin, suggesting a possible enhancement in cancer treatment efficacy.

13 Nov 2023

Discovery of two new enzymes offers easier ways to study and manufacture complex natural chemicals

Slumbering among thousands of bacterial strains in a collection of natural specimens at The Herbert Wertheim UF Scripps Institute for Biomedical Innovation & Technology, several fragile vials held something unexpected, and possibly very useful.

13 Nov 2023

Optimal hydration post-exercise: Study compares sodium and carbohydrate levels in sports drinks for effective rehydration

In this study, researchers compared the effectiveness of sports drinks with varying carbohydrate and sodium levels for rehydrating athletes post-exercise, finding that drinks with higher sodium and lower carbohydrate content were more effective for rapid and complete rehydration. The study highlighted the importance of beverage composition in athlete recovery and hydration strategies.

13 Nov 2023

Researchers encourage flexible approach to blood transfusion decisions for heart attack patients with anemia

A National Institutes of Health-supported study found that the type of transfusion approach used to support adults who developed anemia after a heart attack did not make a significant difference in their likelihood of having another heart attack or dying within 30 days.

13 Nov 2023

Study identifies link between sleep apnea and development of atrial fibrillation

New research from Cleveland Clinic has identified a link between sleep apnea and the development of atrial fibrillation, a common heart rhythm disorder.

10 Nov 2023

New calculator estimates a person’s cardiovascular disease risk over the next 30 years

A new calculator estimates a person's risk for cardiovascular disease (CVD) over the next 30 years by combining measures of cardiovascular, kidney and metabolic health for the first time, according to a new American Heart Association Scientific Statement published today in the Association's flagship journal Circulation.

10 Nov 2023

New device could keep implantable "living pharmacy" cells alive for months

In 2021, a Northwestern University-led research team received a Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) contract worth up to $33 million to develop an implantable "living pharmacy" to control the human body's sleep/wake cycles.

9 Nov 2023

Study unravels molecular basis of chronic pain transition

Researchers from the Center for Translational Immunology at University Medical Center Utrecht (the Netherlands) have identified that a transient inflammatory pain causes mitochondrial and redox changes in sensory neurons that persist beyond pain resolution.

8 Nov 2023

Scientists unravel the mystery of how cells keep glutathione levels in check

If a delivery person leaves a package on your front step without pinging you, you likely won't know it's there.

8 Nov 2023

The effect of vegetarian diets on sports performance

The effects of vegetarian and omnivorous diets on athletic performance.

8 Nov 2023

Gut health linked to Alzheimer's disease progression, experts urge dietary shift

The interactions between the gut microbiome, lipids, and Alzheimer’s disease (AD).

7 Nov 2023

Fresh risks in ready-to-eat produce: Study reveals how common pathogens lurk in our salads

This research paper delves into the risks of contamination in ready-to-eat fruits and vegetables by enteric pathogens like E. coli, Salmonella, and Listeria, which can lead to foodborne illnesses. It also explores the contamination sources and plant-pathogen interactions, emphasizing the importance of improved safety measures in the food supply chain.

6 Nov 2023

Individuals with genetic predisposition for physical activity have fewer cardiovascular risk factors

In a study conducted at the University of Jyväskylä's Faculty of Sport and Health Sciences, it was found that individuals with a genetic predisposition for higher levels of physical activity have fewer risk factors for cardiovascular diseases and a reduced risk of developing hypertension, cerebrovascular diseases, and type 2 diabetes.

6 Nov 2023

Scientists develop tissue adhesive gelatin hydrogels to speed up wound healing, prevent infections

Open wounds, whether caused by accidents or from medical procedures like surgery, require proper management to speed up healing and prevent infections.

6 Nov 2023

Oxygen News and Research

New study provides comprehensive picture of perioperative cardiac arrest in the UK

Curcumin boosts brain delivery of HIV drug, curbing inflammation and oxidative stress

Breakthrough study: inhibiting USP30 gene offers hope in treating Parkinson’s disease

Aquatic HIIT improves exercise capacity in adults with chronic conditions

Study uses cellulose sheets to map body's extracellular vesicles, unlocking disease insights

Exploring nature's palette: The promising future of natural food colorants

Rat study suggests hemodialysis plus ketogenic diet could enhance cancer treatment

Discovery of two new enzymes offers easier ways to study and manufacture complex natural chemicals

Optimal hydration post-exercise: Study compares sodium and carbohydrate levels in sports drinks for effective rehydration

Researchers encourage flexible approach to blood transfusion decisions for heart attack patients with anemia

Study identifies link between sleep apnea and development of atrial fibrillation

New calculator estimates a person’s cardiovascular disease risk over the next 30 years

New device could keep implantable "living pharmacy" cells alive for months

Study unravels molecular basis of chronic pain transition

Scientists unravel the mystery of how cells keep glutathione levels in check

The effect of vegetarian diets on sports performance

Gut health linked to Alzheimer's disease progression, experts urge dietary shift

Fresh risks in ready-to-eat produce: Study reveals how common pathogens lurk in our salads

Individuals with genetic predisposition for physical activity have fewer cardiovascular risk factors

Scientists develop tissue adhesive gelatin hydrogels to speed up wound healing, prevent infections

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