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Healthy eating may be a key player in COPD risk reduction

The association between diet quality and the odds of Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).

26 Oct 2023

Married women in Rajshahi show higher rates of depression compared to men

The gender-specific factors associated with depression among married adults in Rajshahi City, Bangladesh.

26 Oct 2023

Study finds link between industry payments to oncologists and non-recommended cancer treatments

Patients with cancer whose oncologist receives payments from industry appear more likely to receive some non-recommended and low value treatments, finds a US study published by The BMJ today.

25 Oct 2023

Boosting brain health with iron and manganese: A dietary defense against cognitive decline

The recent study published in Nutrients explores the link between dietary mineral intake and cognitive impairment in elderly Spanish individuals, finding that increased consumption of iron and manganese significantly reduced cognitive impairment risk in women but showed no effect in men.

25 Oct 2023

Newly identified small molecule can suppress growth of breast and ovarian cancers in animal models

Researchers at Baylor College of Medicine have identified a small molecule named 5D4 that can suppress the growth of breast and ovarian cancers in animal models.

25 Oct 2023

Older adults with higher levels of triglycerides may have lower dementia risk

Older people who have higher levels of triglycerides, a type of fat, may have a lower risk of dementia and a slower cognitive decline over time compared to people who have lower levels, according to new research published in the October 25, 2023, online issue of Neurology®, the medical journal of the American Academy of Neurology.

25 Oct 2023

Traumatic childhood events increase the odds of headache disorders in adulthood

People who have experienced traumatic events in childhood such as abuse, neglect or household dysfunction may be more likely to experience headache disorders as adults, according to a meta-analysis published in the October 25, 2023, online issue of Neurology, the medical journal of the American Academy of Neurology.

25 Oct 2023

New study aims to discover whether insomnia treatment can reduce cardiovascular disease risks

It's no secret that a good night's rest can do wonders for one's health, but those who struggle with insomnia have a nearly 50% increased risk of cardiovascular disease.

25 Oct 2023

New AI model aims to fix flaws in smartphone-based COVID-19 X-ray diagnosis

Researchers highlight the limitations and challenges of using AI models for diagnosing COVID-19 from chest X-rays shared via smartphones. The study introduces a new multi-task learning model to improve diagnostic accuracy, addressing issues like prediction instability and faulty focus areas in images.

25 Oct 2023

PFAS chemicals in water and consumer goods linked to rising thyroid cancer rates

Study published in eBioMedicine reveals that exposure to certain per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) significantly increases the risk of thyroid cancer. Among various PFAS, linear PFOS and its derivatives are identified as potent contributors, emphasizing the need for large-scale studies and highlighting the risks of contaminated drinking water.

25 Oct 2023

Researchers identify mechanism through which dietary omega 3 supplements alleviate liver condition

A study spearheaded by Oregon State University has shown why certain polyunsaturated fatty acids work to combat a dangerous liver condition, opening a new avenue of drug research for a disease that currently has no FDA-approved medications.

25 Oct 2023

NF-κB activation during COVID-19 and its impact on patients with hypertension

Researchers review the role of NF-κB activation in the replication of SARS-CoV-2 and the impact of COVID-19 medications on NF-κB activation.

25 Oct 2023

Study challenges link between low birth weight and childhood neurodevelopmental issues

A recent study in JAMA Psychiatry used Mendelian Randomization to examine the link between low birth weight and neurodevelopmental issues in children. The research found no causal relationship between maternal genetic factors affecting birth weight and offspring neurodevelopment, although some evidence suggested that fetal genetic variants may play a limited role.

25 Oct 2023

Study: Extending diabetic eye screen to 2 years could risk critical treatment delays and sight loss

Extending the annual screen by a year for people in England considered to be at low risk of diabetic eye disease (diabetic retinopathy) could risk critical treatment delays and/or sight loss, suggests a large, real world data study, published online in the British Journal of Ophthalmology.

25 Oct 2023

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Healthy eating may be a key player in COPD risk reduction

Married women in Rajshahi show higher rates of depression compared to men

Study finds link between industry payments to oncologists and non-recommended cancer treatments

Boosting brain health with iron and manganese: A dietary defense against cognitive decline

Newly identified small molecule can suppress growth of breast and ovarian cancers in animal models

Older adults with higher levels of triglycerides may have lower dementia risk

Traumatic childhood events increase the odds of headache disorders in adulthood

New study aims to discover whether insomnia treatment can reduce cardiovascular disease risks

New AI model aims to fix flaws in smartphone-based COVID-19 X-ray diagnosis

PFAS chemicals in water and consumer goods linked to rising thyroid cancer rates

Researchers identify mechanism through which dietary omega 3 supplements alleviate liver condition

NF-κB activation during COVID-19 and its impact on patients with hypertension

Study challenges link between low birth weight and childhood neurodevelopmental issues

Study: Extending diabetic eye screen to 2 years could risk critical treatment delays and sight loss

3D modeling reveals cause of balloon rupture during TAVR in patients with bicuspid aortic valves

Scientists achieve breakthrough in treating 'neglected' polymyalgia rheumatica

Anti-anxiety drug can improve the effectiveness of chemo-radiotherapy towards glioblastoma

Atrial fibrillation diagnosis associated with 45% increased risk of mild cognitive impairment

Study shows high prevalence of thyroid cancer among transgender female veterans

Brain-computer interface helps ALS patient control devices, navigate communication board

Advancing brain microphysiological systems (bMPS)

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