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Study reveals a microbial metabolite's role in inducing Parkinson's-like symptoms

Researchers from the University of Vienna, University of Konstanz, and Albert Einstein College of Medicine uncover a potential environmental trigger for Parkinson's disease.

11 Oct 2023

Study highlights YB-1 targeting as novel treatment approach for pleural mesothelioma

Pleural mesothelioma (PM) is mainly caused by asbestos exposure and characterized by poor prognosis and limited therapeutic options.

11 Oct 2023

Study identifies pathways explaining racial/ethnic and socio-economic disparities in dementia

A new research paper was published in Aging (listed by MEDLINE/PubMed as "Aging (Albany NY)" and "Aging-US" by Web of Science) Volume 15, Issue 18, entitled, "Pathways explaining racial/ethnic and socio-economic disparities in dementia incidence: the UK Biobank study."

11 Oct 2023

Modifiable risk factors for dementia disproportionately affect minority ethnic groups

Modifiable risk factors - including hypertension, obesity, diabetes, low HDL cholesterol and sleep disorders - confer a higher risk of dementia for people in some minority ethnic groups compared to White people, according to a new study published this week in the open-access journal PLOS ONE by Naaheed Mukadam of University College London, UK, and colleagues.

11 Oct 2023

New nanocapsule treatment boosts immune response against solid tumors

UCLA researchers have developed a new treatment method using a tiny nanocapsule to help boost the immune response, making it easier for the immune system to fight and kill solid tumors.

11 Oct 2023

Virtual psychotherapy improved continuity of care during COVID-19 pandemic

The rapid transition to virtual care that occurred with the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic resulted in better continuity of psychotherapy visits compared to prior to the pandemic when almost all visits were in-person, according to new research published in Psychiatric Services, a journal of the American Psychiatric Association.

11 Oct 2023

Finerenone: A promising therapeutic option for cardiovascular diseases

Announcing a new article publication for Cardiovascular Innovations and Applications journal. Mineralocorticoid receptor antagonists (MRA) have significant therapeutic effects on heart failure, hypertension, chronic kidney disease and primary aldosteronism.

11 Oct 2023

Specific navigational errors may indicate early signs of Alzheimer’s disease

People with early Alzheimer's disease have difficulty turning when walking, according to a new study using virtual reality led by UCL researchers.

11 Oct 2023

Chronic kidney disease may increase risk of sudden cardiac arrest among Hispanic/Latino adults

Chronic kidney disease may increase risk and predict sudden cardiac arrest among Hispanic/Latino adults, according to new research published today in the Journal of the American Heart Association, an open access, peer-reviewed journal of the American Heart Association.

11 Oct 2023

Scientists identify nearly a dozen genes responsible for coronary artery calcification

An international team of scientists has identified nearly a dozen genes that contribute to calcium buildup in our coronary arteries that can lead to life-threatening coronary artery disease, a condition responsible for up to one in four deaths in the United States.

11 Oct 2023

Presidential advisory by the American Heart Association: connecting cardiovascular, kidney, and metabolic health

The interplay among chronic kidney disease, metabolic risk factors, and the cardiovascular system.

11 Oct 2023

A novel drug reduces the monthly frequency of seizure in adults with focal epilepsy

The effect of a novel Kv7.2/Kv7.3 potassium channel opener XEN1101 in reducing monthly seizure frequency in adults.

11 Oct 2023

Might a polyphenol-rich dietary approach hold the answers for managing inflammatory bowel disease?

Gut microbiota and macrophage-neutrophil interactions in the impact of dietary phenolic acids on intestinal inflammation.

11 Oct 2023

Wearable devices and machine learning revolutionize Parkinson's disease monitoring

The quantitative progression of motor symptoms of Parkinson's disease (PD) over time using wearable sensor data.

11 Oct 2023

Exploring the link between drugs and microbiota: a growing imperative in precision medicine

The intricate interactions between gut microbiota and drugs.

11 Oct 2023

Do prebiotics and probiotics positively impact cardiovascular and renal health?

The benefits of consuming nutrients, prebiotics, and probiotics to enhance cardiovascular and renal health.

11 Oct 2023

Can artificial intelligence transform public health nutrition?

Researchers described the applications of artificial intelligence (AI) to population well-being and nutrition.

11 Oct 2023

Adaptability and promising potential of synthetic information in healthcare

The possible benefits and limits of artificially generated data in the context of healthcare analytics.

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

Depression's heavy toll: Unraveling its impact on overall health in US adults

Depression in US adults found to significantly raise risks of death, particularly from cardiovascular ailments. Increased awareness and treatment can mitigate impacts.

10 Oct 2023

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Study reveals a microbial metabolite's role in inducing Parkinson's-like symptoms

Study highlights YB-1 targeting as novel treatment approach for pleural mesothelioma

Study identifies pathways explaining racial/ethnic and socio-economic disparities in dementia

Modifiable risk factors for dementia disproportionately affect minority ethnic groups

New nanocapsule treatment boosts immune response against solid tumors

Virtual psychotherapy improved continuity of care during COVID-19 pandemic

Finerenone: A promising therapeutic option for cardiovascular diseases

Specific navigational errors may indicate early signs of Alzheimer’s disease

Chronic kidney disease may increase risk of sudden cardiac arrest among Hispanic/Latino adults

Scientists identify nearly a dozen genes responsible for coronary artery calcification

Presidential advisory by the American Heart Association: connecting cardiovascular, kidney, and metabolic health

A novel drug reduces the monthly frequency of seizure in adults with focal epilepsy

Might a polyphenol-rich dietary approach hold the answers for managing inflammatory bowel disease?

Wearable devices and machine learning revolutionize Parkinson's disease monitoring

Exploring the link between drugs and microbiota: a growing imperative in precision medicine

Do prebiotics and probiotics positively impact cardiovascular and renal health?

Can artificial intelligence transform public health nutrition?

Adaptability and promising potential of synthetic information in healthcare

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

Depression's heavy toll: Unraveling its impact on overall health in US adults

Unveiling Hidden Potential: Organoids for Disease Modeling in Neuroscience Research

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