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New insights into stiff-person syndrome, advancing diagnosis and treatment

Research explores the complexities of diagnosing and treating stiff-person syndrome, emphasizing the uncertain role of GAD antibodies and the promise of novel therapies.

5 Sep 2024

Identifying barriers to effective cardiac rehabilitation

Announcing a new article publication for Cardiovascular Innovations and Applications journal. Cardiac rehabilitation (CR) typically consists of physical activity supplemented with lifestyle modifications, including smoking cessation, adherence to a healthy diet, stress management, medication adherence management, risk factor reduction, psychosocial support, and education.

5 Sep 2024

Scientists advance type 1 diabetes treatment with cutting-edge stem cell and gene editing technologies

Researchers review significant advancements and ongoing challenges in cell replacement therapies for type 1 diabetes, highlighting innovative approaches in stem cell-derived islets and immune protection strategies.

5 Sep 2024

Blood-based biomarkers for early detection of Alzheimer's disease

New research has discovered a unique and promising avenue for diagnosing Alzheimer's disease (AD) earlier – by analysing AD biomarkers in blood – so that the impacts of dementia can be reduced.

5 Sep 2024

Semaglutide reduced mortality in obese patients by lowering infection-related deaths during COVID-19 pandemic

Semaglutide significantly reduces all-cause mortality in non-diabetic obese patients, particularly by lowering infection-related deaths during the COVID-19 pandemic. However, the study's findings should be interpreted with caution due to potential competing risks and unique pandemic circumstances.

5 Sep 2024

Selenium and manganese levels significantly impact mortality risk in asthma patients

Study reveals that both low and high levels of selenium and manganese in the blood are associated with increased mortality in adults with asthma, highlighting the importance of maintaining optimal levels of these metals.

5 Sep 2024

Study aims to find new ways of alleviating the long-term effects of COVID-19

An innovative study for the treatment of post-COVID syndrome (PCS) is starting under the direction of Frankfurt University Hospital’s Department of Infectious Diseases.

4 Sep 2024

Obesity identified as a significant risk factor for COVID-19 infection

A new study by investigators from Mass General Brigham has found that obesity may be an important risk factor for infection from the virus that causes COVID-19.

4 Sep 2024

Combined use of insulin and metformin enhances diabetic foot ulcer healing, research shows

People with chronic diabetic foot ulcers could soon have a new way to treat their wounds for faster healing and fewer hospital stays.

4 Sep 2024

Anti-coagulant therapy fails to improve stroke outcomes in major study

Stroke patients who survive a blood clot in the brain's blood vessels are prone to developing new blockages during their recovery periods, even if they receive vessel-clearing interventions.

4 Sep 2024

Study links cadmium exposure to cognitive decline in white individuals

The heavy metal cadmium, which is found in the air, water, food and soil, is known to cause health problems.

4 Sep 2024

Genetic variants linked to heart rhythm disturbances in Wolff-Parkinson-White Syndrome

Study by scientists at deCODE genetics/Amgen and collaborators in Denmark and the USA, on the genetics of accessory conduction pathways in the heart (Wolff-Parkinson-White syndrome), reveals that accessory pathways can cause rhythm disturbances, characterized by an overly fast heartbeat, which can be life-threatening.

4 Sep 2024

Medical Condition News

New insights into stiff-person syndrome, advancing diagnosis and treatment

Identifying barriers to effective cardiac rehabilitation

Scientists advance type 1 diabetes treatment with cutting-edge stem cell and gene editing technologies

Blood-based biomarkers for early detection of Alzheimer's disease

Semaglutide reduced mortality in obese patients by lowering infection-related deaths during COVID-19 pandemic

Selenium and manganese levels significantly impact mortality risk in asthma patients

Study aims to find new ways of alleviating the long-term effects of COVID-19

Obesity identified as a significant risk factor for COVID-19 infection

Combined use of insulin and metformin enhances diabetic foot ulcer healing, research shows

Anti-coagulant therapy fails to improve stroke outcomes in major study

Study links cadmium exposure to cognitive decline in white individuals

Genetic variants linked to heart rhythm disturbances in Wolff-Parkinson-White Syndrome

Brain scans reveal hidden clues to depression susceptibility

Breakthrough antibiotic targets gum disease without harming microbiome

Study explores the effects of hyperosmotic stress on microglial cells

Review explores WNT5B and WNT10B roles in osteosarcoma

Novel intermediate form of serotonin receptor identified as therapeutic target for psychiatric disorders

Study uncovers key enzyme link between obesity and atrial fibrillation

New immunotherapy approach shows promise for minimizing spinal cord injury damage

Evaluating underwater endoscopic mucosal resection for gastrointestinal neuroendocrine tumors

How GLP‑1 Agonists Are Shaping the Future of Obesity Treatment With Dr Bryony Henderson

Flow chemistry, AI, and NMR: A next-gen approach to scalable API production

Digital pathology and the PathoVerse: A conversation with Dr. Singh

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