Medical Condition News

RSS

Study points to binge drinking and genetics as key factors in liver disease

Those who binge drink and have a certain genetic makeup are six times more likely to develop alcohol-related cirrhosis, according to new research from UCL, the Royal Free Hospital, the University of Oxford and the University of Cambridge.

14 Dec 2023

Study establishes iron accumulation as a driver of pathological senescence and fibrosis

Fibrosis is associated with various chronic and life-threatening conditions, including pulmonary fibrosis, liver cirrhosis, kidney disease, and cardiovascular diseases, among others.

14 Dec 2023

Meal timing could influence our risk of developing cardiovascular disease

A study led by scientists from INRAE, the Barcelona Institute for Global Health, Inserm, and the Université Sorbonne Paris Nord, has revealed that the time at which we eat could influence our risk of developing cardiovascular disease.

14 Dec 2023

Study suggests possible targets for the development of a vaccine against multiple sclerosis

Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a chronic inflammatory autoimmune disease in which the Epstein-Barr virus (EBV) is thought to play a role that has not yet been fully clarified.

14 Dec 2023

Researchers develop humanized mouse model for macrophage-targeted cancer immunotherapy

Mice with human immune cells are a new way of testing anti-cancer drugs targeting the immune system in pre-clinical studies.

14 Dec 2023

The relationship between tobacco smoking, all-cause mortality, and premature death

The adverse effects of smoking on public health in the country and calls for immediate action.

14 Dec 2023

Optimizing cervical cancer screening: New study evaluates best approaches for HIV-positive women

Researchers evaluated the effectiveness and outcomes of various cervical cancer screening strategies for women living with HIV in Tanzania, supporting World Health Organisation's (WHO's) 2021 guidelines for reducing cervical cancer mortality in this high-risk group.

14 Dec 2023

New study highlights the need for advanced pneumococcal vaccines in the wake of pre-COVID data

The risk factors associated with CAP caused by serotypes in the different pneumococcal vaccines.

14 Dec 2023

Trends in mortality from leading cancers from 2002 to 2019 for the 314 districts in England

Researchers assessed mortality trends in the leading cancers from 2002 to 2019 across 314 districts in England using high-resolution spatiotemporal analysis.

14 Dec 2023

Study models advantages, harms, and affordability of WHO proposed cervical cancer screening strategies for women in LMICs

The harms, benefits, and affordability of seven primary screening algorithms for human papillomavirus (HPV).

14 Dec 2023

Association of genetically proxied PDE5 inhibition with measures of fertility, sexual behavior, and wellbeing

Researchers performed a two-sample Mendelian randomization analysis to investigate the associations between genetically proxied suppression of PDE5, a recognized pharmacological target for erectile dysfunction, fertility, subjective wellness, and sexual behavior.

14 Dec 2023

Cola cure? Study sheds light on soda's potential for common holiday medical emergency

Researchers performed a randomized controlled trial (RCT) to evaluate the safety and effectiveness of cola in relieving esophageal meal bolus impaction.

14 Dec 2023

Research shows correlation between neonatal proteins and adult health

Research led by Professor John McGrath from the University of Queensland found that the concentration of the C4 protein, an important part of the immune system, was not associated with risk of mental disorders.

13 Dec 2023

Study shows lasting COVID-19 symptoms lead to economic struggles for US families

Study reveals that persistent COVID-19 symptoms and severe infections significantly impact the economic conditions of US families, with low-income households being more vulnerable to financial hardships.

13 Dec 2023

Advancements in food allergy research promise improved diagnosis and treatment options

A review in the Journal of Allergy and Clinical Immunology discusses the global trends in food allergy prevalence, with stabilization in developed regions and an increase in developing countries, alongside advancements in understanding the mechanisms, diagnosis, and treatment of food allergies.

13 Dec 2023

Study finds key gene deletion shields mice from diet-induced obesity and liver disease

Study in the International Journal of Obesity reveals that BMAL1 deletion in mice protects against obesity and non-alcoholic fatty liver disease caused by a high-fat diet, highlighting its potential as a therapeutic target.

13 Dec 2023

Global study reveals link between psychological distress and unhealthy eating in adolescents

Study in Scientific Reports analyzed data from 222,401 adolescents across 61 countries, finding a significant correlation between psychological distress and unhealthy eating habits, with notable differences across sexes and regions.

13 Dec 2023

Study uncovers shift from cigarettes to vapes among pregnant teens with mixed impact on newborns' health

Study analyzed data from over 10,000 pregnant American teenagers to explore the impact of smoking cigarettes, vaping, or both on fetal health, particularly focusing on the likelihood of babies being small for gestational age (SGA). It revealed that cigarette use was associated with a higher risk of SGA, while no significant association was found between vaping and SGA.

13 Dec 2023

Understanding how proteasome dysfunction contributes to age-related cognitive decline

About 40 percent of people over age 65 suffer some form of age-related memory loss, which puts them at higher risk for developing dementia and Alzheimer's disease.

13 Dec 2023

People with very irregular sleep patterns may have higher dementia risk

People who have very irregular sleep patterns may have a higher risk of dementia than those who have more regular sleep patterns, according to new research published in the December 13, 2023, online issue of Neurology, the medical journal of the American Academy of Neurology.

13 Dec 2023

Medical Condition News

Study points to binge drinking and genetics as key factors in liver disease

Study establishes iron accumulation as a driver of pathological senescence and fibrosis

Meal timing could influence our risk of developing cardiovascular disease

Study suggests possible targets for the development of a vaccine against multiple sclerosis

Researchers develop humanized mouse model for macrophage-targeted cancer immunotherapy

The relationship between tobacco smoking, all-cause mortality, and premature death

Optimizing cervical cancer screening: New study evaluates best approaches for HIV-positive women

New study highlights the need for advanced pneumococcal vaccines in the wake of pre-COVID data

Trends in mortality from leading cancers from 2002 to 2019 for the 314 districts in England

Study models advantages, harms, and affordability of WHO proposed cervical cancer screening strategies for women in LMICs

Association of genetically proxied PDE5 inhibition with measures of fertility, sexual behavior, and wellbeing

Cola cure? Study sheds light on soda's potential for common holiday medical emergency

Research shows correlation between neonatal proteins and adult health

Study shows lasting COVID-19 symptoms lead to economic struggles for US families

Advancements in food allergy research promise improved diagnosis and treatment options

Study finds key gene deletion shields mice from diet-induced obesity and liver disease

Global study reveals link between psychological distress and unhealthy eating in adolescents

Study uncovers shift from cigarettes to vapes among pregnant teens with mixed impact on newborns' health

Understanding how proteasome dysfunction contributes to age-related cognitive decline

People with very irregular sleep patterns may have higher dementia risk

The impact of vibration on microscopy

How Omics Technologies Are Transforming Biological Research and Drug Discovery

How microplastics and bacteria interact to drive antibiotic resistance

Latest News