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Impact of clustered mutations in SARS-CoV-2 Omicron spike function

In a new study, researchers explored the characteristics of severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) variant of concern (VOC) Omicron BA.1 sublineage clustered mutations.

24 Jan 2022

Highly anxious men may be at greater risk for developing heart disease and type 2 diabetes

Middle-aged men who are anxious and worry more may be at greater biological risk for developing heart disease, stroke and type 2 diabetes, also called cardiometabolic disease, as they get older, according to new research published today in the Journal of the American Heart Association, an open access journal of the American Heart Association.

24 Jan 2022

Most DMARDs not linked with the risk of Parkinson's disease in people with rheumatoid arthritis

The autoimmune disorder rheumatoid arthritis has been associated with a lower risk of Parkinson's disease (PD) in previous studies, with antirheumatic drugs as one possible explanatio

24 Jan 2022

People with depression may be more receptive to COVID-19 vaccine related misinformation

A general bias toward negativity - or the tendency to focus on negative rather than positive information - may exacerbate the spread of misinformation. Because depression may contribute to such negativity bias, a team led by investigators at Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH) examined whether people who experience depressive symptoms may be more receptive to misinformation related to COVID-19 vaccines.

24 Jan 2022

Study examines how elimination of race-based adjustments in kidney function estimates impacts clinical trials

Considerable controversy surrounds race-based algorithms in medicine - such as an adjustment for Black race in equations that estimate individuals' kidney function. A new study in CJASN has examined the impact of changes to these equations on the inclusion of Black participants in kidney disease–related clinical trials, and on the results of such trials.

24 Jan 2022

New technology for efficient diagnosis of dizziness problems

Patients with dizziness problems can now get better diagnosis in a simple and painless way.

24 Jan 2022

Researchers find ELF5 gene a leading candidate behind severe COVID-19

Are there any risk factors that predispose patients to severe COVID-19 outcomes? A recent study published in the medRxiv* preprint server sheds light on this popular question. Using a combination of population genetics to single-cell RNA sequencing, European researchers identified the respiratory epithelial cell-specific ELF5 gene as a potential mediator for severe COVID-19 cases.

24 Jan 2022

New predictive computer program could help detect individuals at high risk of depression

A team of scientists from Nanyang Technological University, Singapore (NTU Singapore) has developed a predictive computer program that could be used to detect individuals who are at increased risk of depression.

23 Jan 2022

SARS-CoV-2 Omicron associated with fewer lower and more upper respiratory tract symptoms

Researchers assess the impact of the SARS-CoV-2 Omicron variant of concern on symptoms of SARS-CoV-2 infection.

23 Jan 2022

Impact of booster vaccines against SARS-CoV-2 Omicron variant

Researchers explore the dynamics of COVID-19 vaccine-induced protection against SARS-CoV-2 variants of concern.

23 Jan 2022

RUDN University dentist implements new approach to treating inflammation of periodontal tissues

A dentist from RUDN University implemented a new approach to treating of inflammation of tissues around dental root and root canal.

22 Jan 2022

Trastuzumab combined with trimodality treatment for HER2-overexpressing esophageal cancer found to be ineffective

The NRG Oncology clinical trial NRG-RTOG 1010, studying the addition of the drug trastuzumab to chemoradiation and surgery, did not reach its primary goal of improving disease-free survival (DFS) rates for patients with HER2 overexpressing esophageal adenocarcinoma.

22 Jan 2022

Researchers call for more work to address unmet needs of women with Parkinson's disease

Researchers in a multi-institution study led by UCLA Health have identified several overlooked issues affecting women with Parkinson's Disease (PD) and call for more research, customized treatments, education and support to empower women living with this disease and to address their unmet medical needs.

22 Jan 2022

Africa’s shortfall in neurologists needs to be addressed to help people with brain disorders

A critical shortfall in neurologists in Africa must be addressed in order to meet the health needs of patients with disorders that affect the brain, nerve and spinal cord, a study says.

22 Jan 2022

People with depression more likely to believe vaccine-related misinformation

People who feel depressed are more likely to believe vaccine-related misinformation, according to a new study coauthored by a Rutgers researcher during a time when depression rates are higher due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

22 Jan 2022

Echinacea as a potential force against coronavirus infections

A new review identified clinical studies evaluating coronavirus infections in the context of Echinacea administration and assessed preventive and therapy advantages against COVID-19.

21 Jan 2022

Study shows monoclonal antibody and antiviral therapy are useful in preventing the severity of SARS-CoV-2 Omicron infection

In a new study, researchers assessed the efficacy of the FDA-approved therapeutic mAbs, as well as to small-molecule antiviral agents against the SARS-CoV-2 Omicron variant in Syrian hamsters.

21 Jan 2022

Exploring the likelihood of SARS-CoV-2 becoming an endemic disease

Several deadly pandemics have emerged in human history that have either disappeared or turned into epidemics. Researchers explored the likelihood that SARS-CoV-2 would also eventually become an endemic disease.

21 Jan 2022

Study sheds light on how melanoma primes nearby lymph nodes for tumor metastases

Melanoma cells release small extracellular packages containing the protein nerve growth factor receptor, which primes nearby lymph nodes for tumor metastases, according to a new study by Weill Cornell Medicine investigators.

21 Jan 2022

Researchers determine the number of intervention sessions needed to prevent cognitive decline

Physical activity, nutrition and cognitively stimulating activities are all known to be good ways to prevent Alzheimer's disease and dementia. And older adults at risk can access a variety of lifestyle services to that end, including diet regimes and exercises for their body and mind.

21 Jan 2022

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Impact of clustered mutations in SARS-CoV-2 Omicron spike function

Highly anxious men may be at greater risk for developing heart disease and type 2 diabetes

Most DMARDs not linked with the risk of Parkinson's disease in people with rheumatoid arthritis

People with depression may be more receptive to COVID-19 vaccine related misinformation

Study examines how elimination of race-based adjustments in kidney function estimates impacts clinical trials

New technology for efficient diagnosis of dizziness problems

Researchers find ELF5 gene a leading candidate behind severe COVID-19

New predictive computer program could help detect individuals at high risk of depression

SARS-CoV-2 Omicron associated with fewer lower and more upper respiratory tract symptoms

Impact of booster vaccines against SARS-CoV-2 Omicron variant

RUDN University dentist implements new approach to treating inflammation of periodontal tissues

Trastuzumab combined with trimodality treatment for HER2-overexpressing esophageal cancer found to be ineffective

Researchers call for more work to address unmet needs of women with Parkinson's disease

Africa’s shortfall in neurologists needs to be addressed to help people with brain disorders

People with depression more likely to believe vaccine-related misinformation

Echinacea as a potential force against coronavirus infections

Study shows monoclonal antibody and antiviral therapy are useful in preventing the severity of SARS-CoV-2 Omicron infection

Exploring the likelihood of SARS-CoV-2 becoming an endemic disease

Study sheds light on how melanoma primes nearby lymph nodes for tumor metastases

Researchers determine the number of intervention sessions needed to prevent cognitive decline

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