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Low-frequency ultrasound influences blood parameters, reserach shows

Research conducted by a team of scientists from Kaunas University, Lithuania, revealed that low-frequency ultrasound influences blood parameters.

22 Jan 2024

Dark chocolate cuts hypertension risk: Sweet news from latest study

Study finds dark chocolate intake significantly lowers the risk of essential hypertension, suggesting a beneficial role in cardiovascular health.

12 Jan 2024

New study reveals key blood markers for sepsis diagnosis in burn patients

The efficacy of Complete Blood Count (CBC) parameters in diagnosing sepsis.

10 Jan 2024

Ginseng's hidden gems: Rare ginsenosides emerge as potent players in the future of medicine

Review in the Journal of Advanced Research summarizes the properties, applications, and production of rare ginsenosides (RGs), highlighting their potential in treating various diseases including cancer and cardiovascular ailments.

8 Jan 2024

Atezolizumab plus carboplatin: A winning combination for metastatic triple-negative breast cancer

Immunotherapy in combination with chemotherapy has become an important therapeutic treatment option in some patients with metastatic breast cancer.

14 Dec 2023

MD Anderson researchers report early success of novel menin-targeted therapies in leukemia

Two clinical trials led by researchers from The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center demonstrated early positive results from novel therapies targeting menin for the treatment of relapsed or refractory acute leukemias with specific genetic alterations.

11 Dec 2023

Omega-3s in the spotlight: The impact of EPA and DHA on athlete health and performance

Research paper reviews the effects of omega-3 fatty acids, EPA, and DHA, on athletes, discussing their benefits in inflammation control, cognitive function, and muscle maintenance, and the need for further research to fully understand their impact. It also addresses the risks and optimal intake of these supplements, highlighting their potential to improve athletic performance and recovery with minimal adverse effects at recommended doses.

27 Nov 2023

Study reveals acupuncture and massage as effective pain management in advanced cancer

In a clinical trial, acupuncture and massage therapy significantly reduced pain, fatigue, and insomnia, enhancing quality of life in advanced cancer patients over 26 weeks.

16 Nov 2023

Study links lifestyle choices and gender to severity of fatty liver disease in workers

Study investigates the correlation between lifestyle factors, gender, inflammation, liver dysfunction, and metabolic abnormalities with fatty liver disease severity, revealing that men are at higher risk and lifestyle choices significantly impact the disease's progression.

15 Nov 2023

Surgeons to get a high-tech assistant: Smartphone app for assessing liver surgery risks

Researchers developed a multivariable model to predict clinically relevant posthepatectomy liver failure grade B and C, grade C, and 90-day mortality prediction.

6 Nov 2023

Trastuzumab deruxtecan offers added benefit for patients with HER2-low breast cancer

The antibody-drug conjugate trastuzumab deruxtecan is approved for various therapeutic indications. Since March 2023, it can also be used as monotherapy for the treatment of adults with unresectable or metastatic HER2-low breast cancer who have received prior chemotherapy at this disease stage or developed disease recurrence early after adjuvant chemotherapy.

31 Oct 2023

Scientists identify mechanism causing deadly blood clots after some COVID-19 vaccines

A mechanism that led some patients to experience cases of deadly clotting following some types of Covid-19 vaccination has been identified in new research.

30 Oct 2023

Eating more fish could reel in heart disease risks, new meta-analysis shows

A recent meta-analysis published in the journal Nutrients finds that high fish consumption is linked to an 8% reduced risk of cardiovascular disease. The study also distinguishes between the benefits of fatty fish, rich in omega-3s, and the potential risks of fried fish.

30 Oct 2023

Low-cost anti-inflammatory hydrogel could help treat chronic skin lesions in people with diabetes

Researchers in São Paulo state, Brazil, have developed a low-cost anti-inflammatory hydrogel that in future could help treat chronic skin lesions such as those often seen in people with diabetes.

27 Oct 2023

Eating ultra-processed foods puts your liver at risk, new study warns

Research found a significant link between the consumption of ultra-processed foods (UPFs) and increased risks of non-alcoholic fatty liver disease, liver cirrhosis, and severe hepatic illnesses. The findings suggest that reducing UPF intake could be key to enhancing liver health and well-being.

25 Oct 2023

Brain clues in the battle against long COVID: study pinpoints neuroinflammation

The relationship between circulating markers of vascular dysfunction and neuroinflammation.

25 Oct 2023

Canine transmission models provide insights into the neurological impacts of COVID-19 on human brains

The histopathologic alteration caused by SARS‑CoV‑2 on mammalian neurological systems.

20 Oct 2023

Low serotonin levels observed in long COVID and other viral infections

Researchers identify a pathophysiological mechanism linking serotonin reduction to the multifaceted etiology of post-acute sequelae of COVID-19.

20 Oct 2023

Could young blood be the key to reversing age-related cognitive decline?

Researchers at the University of Auckland identify platelet factor 4 (PF4) in young blood as a key player in reversing age-related cognitive decline in mice. The study offers a promising avenue for treating dementia-related conditions and enhancing brain function in aging populations.

11 Oct 2023

Inflammatory diseases don't boost clotting risks post-COVID, study reveals

Canadian researchers found that patients with immune-mediated inflammatory diseases (IMIDs) don't face a heightened risk of venous thromboembolism events after recovering from COVID-19 compared to those without IMIDs. However, certain comorbidities can influence this risk, emphasizing the importance of individualized patient care.

11 Oct 2023

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Low-frequency ultrasound influences blood parameters, reserach shows

Dark chocolate cuts hypertension risk: Sweet news from latest study

New study reveals key blood markers for sepsis diagnosis in burn patients

Ginseng's hidden gems: Rare ginsenosides emerge as potent players in the future of medicine

Atezolizumab plus carboplatin: A winning combination for metastatic triple-negative breast cancer

MD Anderson researchers report early success of novel menin-targeted therapies in leukemia

Omega-3s in the spotlight: The impact of EPA and DHA on athlete health and performance

Study reveals acupuncture and massage as effective pain management in advanced cancer

Study links lifestyle choices and gender to severity of fatty liver disease in workers

Surgeons to get a high-tech assistant: Smartphone app for assessing liver surgery risks

Trastuzumab deruxtecan offers added benefit for patients with HER2-low breast cancer

Scientists identify mechanism causing deadly blood clots after some COVID-19 vaccines

Eating more fish could reel in heart disease risks, new meta-analysis shows

Low-cost anti-inflammatory hydrogel could help treat chronic skin lesions in people with diabetes

Eating ultra-processed foods puts your liver at risk, new study warns

Brain clues in the battle against long COVID: study pinpoints neuroinflammation

Canine transmission models provide insights into the neurological impacts of COVID-19 on human brains

Low serotonin levels observed in long COVID and other viral infections

Could young blood be the key to reversing age-related cognitive decline?

Inflammatory diseases don't boost clotting risks post-COVID, study reveals

Expanding research and clinical options for children with cancer

Examining how pain could play a direct protective role in the gut

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