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Study reveals survival benefit from genome-matched cancer treatments in rural Maine

In 2016, The Jackson Laboratory (JAX), a National Cancer Institute-designated Cancer Center and at the forefront of cancer research, launched the Maine Cancer Genomics Initiative (MCGI) to bring the latest progress in cancer care to rural Maine patients.

1 May 2024

Cancer-like cells found in clogged arteries aggravate atherosclerosis

Columbia University researchers have found cells inside clogged arteries share similarities with cancer and aggravate atherosclerosis, raising the possibility that anticancer drugs could be used to treat atherosclerosis and prevent heart attacks.

1 May 2024

Short and long sleep durations associated with higher diabetes incidence, study finds

Researchers identified plasma proteomic patterns associated with sleep duration and diabetes.

1 May 2024

Physical activity may reduce depression in those prone to internet overuse and emotional regulation difficulties

The mediating function of web addiction in the association between alexithymia and depressive symptoms.

1 May 2024

Boosting physical fitness in youth linked to lower mental disorder risks

Study revealed that higher levels of cardiorespiratory fitness, muscular endurance, and muscular power in children and adolescents significantly lower the risks of developing anxiety, depression, and ADHD, suggesting that physical fitness plays a crucial protective role against mental disorders in youth.

1 May 2024

AI-enabled ECG system significantly reduces hospital mortality rates by identifying at-risk patients

A study in Nature Medicine evaluated an AI-enabled electrocardiogram (ECG) system's ability to identify hospitalized patients at risk of death, demonstrating its effectiveness in reducing mortality by enhancing the rapid response systems (RRS) through real-time alerts and risk stratification.

30 Apr 2024

Genes affecting worm behavior found to be relevant to neurological disease in humans

As an undergraduate student in The University of Texas at Arlington's Honors College, Hannah Selvarathinam knew she wanted to conduct research. Near the end of her first year at UTA, the Keller native reached out to the lab of biology Assistant Professor Piya Ghose.

30 Apr 2024

People with severe mental illness more likely to have physical health comorbidities

A large-scale, international study conducted by University of Queensland researchers has found people with severe mental illness, such as schizophrenia or bipolar disorder, are up to four times more likely to have two or more chronic physical health conditions.

30 Apr 2024

Research offers hope to millions of people with complex regional pain syndrome

Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS) is a chronic and debilitating pain disorder, typically considered lifelong with limited treatment options.

30 Apr 2024

Study highlights differences in pancreatic cancer cells based on location

A new study has found that pancreatic cancer cells are different based on their location in the pancreas, providing new information about tumors that could lead to better targeted treatments.

30 Apr 2024

Garvan Institute and Illumina collaborate to transform the treatment of complex diseases

Illumina, a global genomics and human health company, has partnered with the Garvan Institute of Medical Research's TenK10K project to help transform the treatment of complex diseases, starting with autoimmune diseases, with a joint investment of $27 million AUD.

30 Apr 2024

Diets rich in protein and anti-inflammatory foods may guard against cognitive decline

Researchers evaluate the effects of a protein-enriched and anti-inflammatory diets on cognitive impairment in older adults in China.

30 Apr 2024

Gut bacteria and urinary infections linked, offering new angles for treatment

A study in eClinicalMedicine explores the relationship between gut microbiota, urinary tract colonization, and recurrent urinary tract infections (rUTI), suggesting the cross-habitation of uropathogenic E. coli as a significant mechanism in rUTI recurrence.

30 Apr 2024

Study links endocrine-disrupting chemical exposure to poorer sleep and vitamin D deficiency

Study in the journal Nutrients links exposure to endocrine-disrupting chemicals with vitamin D deficiency and reduced sleep duration, suggesting a compounded negative impact on health.

30 Apr 2024

Listening to mindfulness audio recordings eases side effects of radiation therapy

Men with prostate cancer who are treated with radiation therapy experience significant side effects such as fatigue, sleep problems, anxiety and depressive symptoms. But listening to mindfulness audio recordings significantly eased those symptoms, a new Northwestern Medicine study has found.

30 Apr 2024

New biomarker predicts immunotherapy response in gastrointestinal cancers

Despite significant progress in treating gastrointestinal (GI) cancers through surgical resection, chemotherapy, radiotherapy, and targeted therapy, the objective response rate (ORR) for immune checkpoint inhibitor (ICI) therapy remains low.

30 Apr 2024

Cranberry extracts may improve intestinal microbiota and help prevent chronic diseases

Cranberry extracts appear to improve intestinal microbiota and help prevent chronic diseases such as diabetes and cardiovascular diseases. The study of Université Laval and the Institute of Nutrition and Functional Foods (INAF) reported beneficial effects after only four days of use.

30 Apr 2024

Medical Condition News

Study reveals survival benefit from genome-matched cancer treatments in rural Maine

Cancer-like cells found in clogged arteries aggravate atherosclerosis

Short and long sleep durations associated with higher diabetes incidence, study finds

Physical activity may reduce depression in those prone to internet overuse and emotional regulation difficulties

Boosting physical fitness in youth linked to lower mental disorder risks

AI-enabled ECG system significantly reduces hospital mortality rates by identifying at-risk patients

Genes affecting worm behavior found to be relevant to neurological disease in humans

People with severe mental illness more likely to have physical health comorbidities

Research offers hope to millions of people with complex regional pain syndrome

Study highlights differences in pancreatic cancer cells based on location

Garvan Institute and Illumina collaborate to transform the treatment of complex diseases

Diets rich in protein and anti-inflammatory foods may guard against cognitive decline

Gut bacteria and urinary infections linked, offering new angles for treatment

Study links endocrine-disrupting chemical exposure to poorer sleep and vitamin D deficiency

Listening to mindfulness audio recordings eases side effects of radiation therapy

New biomarker predicts immunotherapy response in gastrointestinal cancers

Cranberry extracts may improve intestinal microbiota and help prevent chronic diseases

U of T researchers develop new approach for controlling neuron generation in Parkinson's disease

Groundbreaking study reveals over 100 new genomic regions linked to blood pressure

Generation Z urged to prioritize gum health

Exploring the nanoscale: How AFM is transforming cosmetic science

Innovating Texture and Culture in Plant-Based Foods

Advancing brain microphysiological systems (bMPS)

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