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People with multiple sclerosis could benefit from a low-fat diet

New research from Oregon Health & Science University suggests that people with multiple sclerosis, or MS, could benefit from a low-fat diet to improve the fatigue that's a debilitating, and often-underappreciated, symptom of the condition.

9 Nov 2023

Left-handedness is not linked to better spatial skills, study shows

It's been debated for decades, but now researchers at the University of York and University College London have suggested that left-handedness is not linked to better spatial skills.

9 Nov 2023

Study compiles the most comprehensive list of genetic variants associated with prostate cancer risk

A globe-spanning scientific team has compiled the most comprehensive list of genetic variants associated with prostate cancer risk - 451 in all - through a whole-genome analysis that ranks as the largest and most diverse investigation into prostate cancer genetics yet.

9 Nov 2023

Researchers identify predictive brain imaging-based biomarkers of mental illness in adolescents

Research and treatment of psychiatric disorders are stymied by a lack of biomarkers - objective biological or physiological markers that can help diagnose, track, predict, and treat diseases.

9 Nov 2023

How do sex hormones and birth control affect brain fear circuits?

Researchers explores how oral contraceptive pill use interacts with the current hormonal status to affect the fear circuit structure within the brain.

9 Nov 2023

New study links food allergies to increased risk of heart disease death

Sensitivity to common food allergens such as cow's milk and peanuts could be an important and previously unappreciated cause of heart disease, new research suggests – and the increased risk for cardiovascular death includes people without obvious food allergies.

9 Nov 2023

Broccoli sprouts diet protects mice from Crohn's disease, study shows

High fiber diets, like those that include broccoli sprouts or other cruciferous vegetables, may reduce disease symptoms and improve quality of life in patients with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), according to a study conducted in mice.

9 Nov 2023

Individuals with severe mental illness are at higher risk of experiencing physical multimorbidity

A new study published in BMJ Mental Health has found that individuals with severe mental illness are almost twice as likely to report physical multimorbidity, emphasizing the critical importance of addressing the intersection between mental and physical health.

9 Nov 2023

New research finds father's prenatal mental health may benefit child's behavior and IQ

The association between paternal mental health and a child's development during middle childhood.

9 Nov 2023

UK Biobank study links social connections with reduced all-cause and cardiovascular mortality

The associations between functional and structural components of social connection and all-cause and CVD mortality.

9 Nov 2023

New hope for preventing preterm births: IL-6R blockade reduces neonatal mortality

The role of interleukin (IL)-6 and IL-1α in sterile intraamniotic inflammation (SIAI), a condition associated with preterm birth (PTB).

9 Nov 2023

Study links lower testosterone levels with increased arthritis risk

The relationship between serological testosterone levels and arthritis among United States (US) adults.

9 Nov 2023

Unlocking secrets of aging: ENABL age offers detailed, individualized aging profiles using cutting-edge AI techniques

Combining machine learning with explainable artificial intelligence (XAI) to predict biological age with personalized explanations.

9 Nov 2023

25-year Swedish study reveals link between road traffic pollution and increased mortality risk

The exploration of the link between road traffic pollution and increased mortality risk.

9 Nov 2023

Genetic melting pot: Study unveils complex admixture in European ancestry populations

In a recent Nature Communications study, researchers revealed that Europeans and European Americans possess a significant subcontinental genetic admixture, challenging the notion that these populations are homogenous. This finding suggests the need to re-evaluate genetic epidemiology studies that may have overlooked the influence of admixture on disease associations and trait heritability in these groups.

8 Nov 2023

Charting the future of IBD treatment: From immune modulators to microRNA therapies

In a recent study published in the journal eGastroenterology, researchers delved into the latest therapeutic strategies for managing inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), including ulcerative colitis and Crohn's disease. The paper discusses emerging treatments ranging from immune-modulating drugs and biologics to novel approaches like microRNA upregulators and stem cell therapies, highlighting the need for precision medicine in IBD care.

8 Nov 2023

Rise in US congenital syphilis cases linked to testing and treatment failures, CDC reports

An analysis in the Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report highlights the surge in congenital syphilis cases in the US due to gaps in testing and treatment, underscoring the need for enhanced prenatal care strategies to combat this preventable disease effectively.

8 Nov 2023

Fluoride and sealants win against youth dental caries, a robust review informs US health policy

In a comprehensive review for the JAMA Network, researchers find that preventive oral health interventions like fluoride treatments and sealants are effective in combating dental caries in youth, offering actionable insights for the US Preventive Services Task Force and healthcare providers.

8 Nov 2023

Cannabis and derivatives show promise in reducing weight and waist circumference, with nuanced effects on body fat

The study in the International Journal of Obesity reports that cannabis and its derivatives may influence weight and waist circumference, with different effects on body fat, suggesting potential as a therapeutic aid in obesity management.

8 Nov 2023

Cannabis use alters DNA methylation, with implications beyond smoking effects

A large-scale meta-analysis in Molecular Psychiatry reveals that lifetime cannabis use is associated with DNA methylation changes in peripheral blood, which could have implications for understanding the long-term health effects of cannabis consumption.

8 Nov 2023

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People with multiple sclerosis could benefit from a low-fat diet

Left-handedness is not linked to better spatial skills, study shows

Study compiles the most comprehensive list of genetic variants associated with prostate cancer risk

Researchers identify predictive brain imaging-based biomarkers of mental illness in adolescents

How do sex hormones and birth control affect brain fear circuits?

New study links food allergies to increased risk of heart disease death

Broccoli sprouts diet protects mice from Crohn's disease, study shows

Individuals with severe mental illness are at higher risk of experiencing physical multimorbidity

New research finds father's prenatal mental health may benefit child's behavior and IQ

UK Biobank study links social connections with reduced all-cause and cardiovascular mortality

New hope for preventing preterm births: IL-6R blockade reduces neonatal mortality

Study links lower testosterone levels with increased arthritis risk

Unlocking secrets of aging: ENABL age offers detailed, individualized aging profiles using cutting-edge AI techniques

25-year Swedish study reveals link between road traffic pollution and increased mortality risk

Genetic melting pot: Study unveils complex admixture in European ancestry populations

Charting the future of IBD treatment: From immune modulators to microRNA therapies

Rise in US congenital syphilis cases linked to testing and treatment failures, CDC reports

Fluoride and sealants win against youth dental caries, a robust review informs US health policy

Cannabis and derivatives show promise in reducing weight and waist circumference, with nuanced effects on body fat

Cannabis use alters DNA methylation, with implications beyond smoking effects

Obesity, GLP-1s, and metabolic care

Automation in cell-based workflows

Data management challenges in scientific research

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