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UCI Health launches clinical trial to test investigational cell therapy for lupus

UCI Health has opened a clinical trial to test an investigational cell therapy for lupus with the potential to give patients long-term remission of symptoms.

17 Nov 2025

Arsenic reduction in drinking water associated with lower risk of death from chronic illnesses

A new 20-year study of nearly 11,000 adults in Bangladesh found that lowering arsenic levels in drinking water was associated with up to a 50 percent lower risk of death from heart disease, cancer and other chronic illnesses, compared with continued exposure.

17 Nov 2025

Red meat raises inflammation marker CRP in clinical trials

The review analyzes red meat's effects on inflammatory biomarkers, revealing significant associations with CRP in specific adult subgroups and dietary contexts.

17 Nov 2025

Study uncovers how tumors exploit a molecular signal to exhaust T cells

A new study has discovered a molecular signal that tumors exploit to exhaust the T cells meant to destroy them-and how silencing that signal could revive the body's immunity.

17 Nov 2025

Low-glutamate diet improves migraine symptoms in veterans with Gulf War Illness

Veterans with Gulf War Illness experienced significant improvement in migraine symptoms after following a diet low in glutamate, a component of flavor enhancing food additives commonly found in processed foods, according to new research presented by Georgetown University and American University scientists.

17 Nov 2025

Chronic pain in adults linked to increased risk of developing high blood pressure

Chronic pain in adults may increase their risk of high blood pressure, and the location and extent of pain and if they also had depression were contributing factors, according to new research published today in Hypertension, an American Heart Association journal.

17 Nov 2025

Gut microbes may fuel allergic rhinitis symptoms

The study identifies gut microbiome alterations in allergic rhinitis, suggesting a gut-nose axis that could inform new treatment approaches for this condition.

17 Nov 2025

Are mushrooms more than a low-calorie food? New analysis explains their hidden advantages

Whole mushroom consumption shows consistent benefits for cardiometabolic health, lowering triglycerides in self-chosen diets and improving fasting glucose in a single healthy dietary pattern trial. Early evidence also suggests increases in salivary IgA and possible blood pressure improvements, with no adverse biomarker effects reported.

16 Nov 2025

Preclinical study shows aged garlic extract improves memory and reduces anxiety

Long-term aged garlic extract supplementation improved specific anxiety-related behaviors and enhanced memory and learning in aging mice. Proteomic profiling revealed extensive hippocampal and cortical molecular changes linked to synaptic signaling, neuroplasticity, and stress-response pathways.

16 Nov 2025

Dash diet cuts diabetes complications by targeting blood pressure kidney health and inflammation

The DASH diet supports metabolic health in people with diabetes by improving blood pressure, renal function, lipids, and modest glycemic markers while reducing risks linked to vascular and inflammatory pathways. Its broad nutrient-driven mechanisms also benefit related conditions such as neuropathy, PCOS, and retinopathy, making it a versatile tool for cardiometabolic care.

16 Nov 2025

Innovative test for Lyme disease offers hope for faster diagnosis

Researchers at Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center have developed a way to diagnose Lyme disease earlier and more accurately than traditional testing methods.

14 Nov 2025

Understanding leptin's dual function in MAFLD pathogenesis

Metabolic dysfunction-associated fatty liver disease (MAFLD) has emerged as a predominant chronic liver condition globally, intricately linked with obesity, type 2 diabetes (T2DM), and metabolic syndrome.

14 Nov 2025

Exploring m6A RNA modification as a therapeutic target in cardiovascular disorders

Emerging research highlights the transformative potential of m6A RNA modification in the diagnosis and treatment of cardiovascular diseases (CVDs).

14 Nov 2025

Transforming precision oncology with medical imaging foundation models

Medical imaging foundation models are ushering in a new era for precision oncology. By integrating massive multimodal datasets and advanced AI algorithms, these models achieve unprecedented accuracy in early cancer screening, treatment planning, and prognosis prediction.

14 Nov 2025

Ending human bait practices in river blindness monitoring

New research shows that it's possible to end the practice of using people as 'human bait' to catch and test the blackflies that spread river blindness (onchocerciasis).

13 Nov 2025

Family support helped adults in rural China to reduce blood pressure levels

New research found family support helped adults in rural China reduce their blood pressure.

13 Nov 2025

Revised ESE clinical guideline published for the management of hypoparathyroidism in adults

The European Society of Endocrinology (ESE) has published an open access Revised Clinical Practice Guideline for the Treatment of Chronic Hypoparathyroidism in Adults in the European Journal of Endocrinology, Volume 193, Issue 5, November 2025.

13 Nov 2025

New approach to kidney transplant listing could improve outcomes and equity

The current kidney transplant waitlisting criterion is based on a single measurement of kidney function (estimated glomerular filtration rate [eGFR] ≤20 ml/min/1.73m2) and does not consider an individual's risk of progressing to kidney failure.

13 Nov 2025

Mursla Bio collaborates with a leading global pharma company to advance biomarker-guided precision medicine in MASH

Mursla Bio, a leader in Extracellular Vesicle (EV) science on a mission to advance precision diagnostics and significantly improve chronic disease outcomes for at-risk patients, today announced a collaboration with a leading global pharmaceutical company recognized for its expertise in precision medicine and biomarker-guided drug development.

From Mursla Bio 13 Nov 2025

Scientists develop innovative technique to locate microplastics

While microplastic pollution continues to advance, research into its possible effects on health remains hampered by technical hurdles: to date, there are no suitable methods for precisely identifying the particles in the body without destroying tissue.

13 Nov 2025

Chronic News and Research

UCI Health launches clinical trial to test investigational cell therapy for lupus

Arsenic reduction in drinking water associated with lower risk of death from chronic illnesses

Red meat raises inflammation marker CRP in clinical trials

Study uncovers how tumors exploit a molecular signal to exhaust T cells

Low-glutamate diet improves migraine symptoms in veterans with Gulf War Illness

Chronic pain in adults linked to increased risk of developing high blood pressure

Gut microbes may fuel allergic rhinitis symptoms

Are mushrooms more than a low-calorie food? New analysis explains their hidden advantages

Preclinical study shows aged garlic extract improves memory and reduces anxiety

Dash diet cuts diabetes complications by targeting blood pressure kidney health and inflammation

Innovative test for Lyme disease offers hope for faster diagnosis

Understanding leptin's dual function in MAFLD pathogenesis

Exploring m6A RNA modification as a therapeutic target in cardiovascular disorders

Transforming precision oncology with medical imaging foundation models

Ending human bait practices in river blindness monitoring

Family support helped adults in rural China to reduce blood pressure levels

Revised ESE clinical guideline published for the management of hypoparathyroidism in adults

New approach to kidney transplant listing could improve outcomes and equity

Mursla Bio collaborates with a leading global pharma company to advance biomarker-guided precision medicine in MASH

Scientists develop innovative technique to locate microplastics

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