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A hormone is a chemical released by one or more cells that affects cells in other parts of the organism. Only a small amount of hormone is required to alter cell metabolism. It is essentially a chemical messenger that transports a signal from one cell to another.

Unlocking hope: Promising treatments for cognitive impairment in HIV patients on the horizon

Researchers examine the mechanisms responsible for the increased risk of neurocognitive impairment in HIV patients and explore potential treatments.

12 Oct 2023

Study sheds light on the role of immune cells in fat tissue inflammation and obesity

Fat tissue, for as much as it's been vilified, is an incredibly complex and essential bodily organ involved in energy storage and hormone production, among other functions.

10 Oct 2023

Is night shift work rewiring our appetite and driving weight gain?

Bristol University scientists reveal that night shift work disrupts the body's circadian rhythm, altering appetite-regulating hormones and leading to weight gain. The study, providing insights into metabolic health, may aid in developing treatments for eating disorders and obesity.

10 Oct 2023

Diverse diets for stronger bones: Study reveals how alternative eating habits prevent osteoporosis

The study examines how various dietary patterns, beyond the Mediterranean diet, influence osteoporosis and fracture risk in older adults, emphasizing the importance of both diet and exercise in bone health. Regional diets, exercise, and consistent research methodologies are critical for comprehensive osteoporosis prevention guidelines.

8 Oct 2023

Altering certain molecular interactions could yield new strategies for treating prostate cancer

Research led by Mays Cancer Center at The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio (UT Health San Antonio) has discovered that altering certain molecular interactions could yield new strategies for treating prostate cancer and related diseases.

6 Oct 2023

New research sheds light on metabolic problems faced by transgender people

The latest data on the metabolic problems faced by trans people are presented at a session at this year's Annual Meeting of the European Association for the Study of Diabetes (Hamburg 2-6 October).

6 Oct 2023

How is TikTok's #Ozempic trend impacting diabetes patients?

A recent study analyzed TikTok videos with the hashtag "Ozempic," highlighting the platform's influence on promoting the weight loss drug. The surge in popularity resulted in medication shortages for diabetes patients, emphasizing the need for careful monitoring and collaboration among health professionals and social media platforms.

5 Oct 2023

GLP-1 weight loss drugs linked to heightened GI risks, says new study

Study from JAMA reveals that users of GLP-1 agonists, recent drugs for weight management, show a heightened risk of gastrointestinal complications like intestinal obstruction, gastroparesis, and pancreatitis. Though these effects are rare, those considering these drugs for weight loss should weigh the benefits against potential risks, especially if not using them for diabetes.

5 Oct 2023

Pregnancy hormones 'rewire' the brain to prepare for motherhood, research shows

Researchers at the Francis Crick Institute have shown that pregnancy hormones 'rewire' the brain to prepare mice for motherhood.

5 Oct 2023

New device simulates human diseases in multiple organs

Imagine a device smaller than a toddler's shoebox that can simulate any human disease in multiple organs or test new drugs without ever entering - or harming - the body.

4 Oct 2023

Experts to discuss if lasting remission from diabetes is feasible in real-world setting

At this year's Annual Meeting of the European Association for the Study of Diabetes (EASD) in Hamburg, Germany (2-6 Oct) experts will discuss if lasting remission from diabetes is feasible in the real-world setting.

4 Oct 2023

New drugs have increased survival rates for men with metastatic prostate cancer

Survival rates for men with metastatic prostate cancer have increased by an average of six months, something which coincides with the gradual introduction of 'dual treatment' since 2016.

3 Oct 2023

Genomic testing rates soar for Black patients with prostate cancer after introduction of precision medicine navigators

The presence of a clinical navigator to act as a liaison between people with prostate cancer and the health care system greatly increases the likelihood that patients, especially Black patients, will receive advanced testing that can help predict the severity of their disease and guide treatment, a new study suggests.

3 Oct 2023

Shorter course of radiation therapy just as effective for intermediate risk prostate cancer, study shows

People with intermediate risk, localized prostate cancer can be treated as effectively using fewer and higher doses of radiation therapy delivered over five treatment sessions as they can with lower doses delivered over several weeks, a new phase III randomized trial suggests.

3 Oct 2023

Simple fingerprick blood test could help identify millions of people with undiagnosed diabetes

In 2019, there were almost 14 thousand diabetes-related deaths in the UK. That number looks set to rise. Britain currently has 4.3 million registered diabetics, but new analysis from London Medical Laboratory has revealed there are likely to be over one million Brits suffering from undiagnosed type 2 diabetes.

30 Sep 2023

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Unlocking hope: Promising treatments for cognitive impairment in HIV patients on the horizon

Study sheds light on the role of immune cells in fat tissue inflammation and obesity

Is night shift work rewiring our appetite and driving weight gain?

Diverse diets for stronger bones: Study reveals how alternative eating habits prevent osteoporosis

Altering certain molecular interactions could yield new strategies for treating prostate cancer

New research sheds light on metabolic problems faced by transgender people

How is TikTok's #Ozempic trend impacting diabetes patients?

GLP-1 weight loss drugs linked to heightened GI risks, says new study

Pregnancy hormones 'rewire' the brain to prepare for motherhood, research shows

New device simulates human diseases in multiple organs

Experts to discuss if lasting remission from diabetes is feasible in real-world setting

New drugs have increased survival rates for men with metastatic prostate cancer

Genomic testing rates soar for Black patients with prostate cancer after introduction of precision medicine navigators

Shorter course of radiation therapy just as effective for intermediate risk prostate cancer, study shows

Simple fingerprick blood test could help identify millions of people with undiagnosed diabetes

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