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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

Towards xenotransplantation: Genetically altered pig kidneys prove viable in non-human primates

Researchers used a genetically engineered porcine donor to develop kidney grafts.

11 Oct 2023

How were antibiotics used during the COVID-19 pandemic?

Researchers explores the application of antimicrobial stewardship in the antibiotic prescribing guidelines during the COVID-19 pandemic.

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

Is a vegan diet a healthy choice for kids?

In a comprehensive review published in Critical Reviews in Food Science and Nutrition, scientists analyzed the health implications of vegan diets in children and adolescents. The study reveals both benefits and concerns, highlighting lower cholesterol levels but potential nutritional deficiencies that might affect bone health.

10 Oct 2023

New TB vaccination strategy could save hundreds of thousands of lives with HIV

Scientists at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine have discovered a tuberculosis (TB) vaccination strategy that could prevent the leading cause of death among people worldwide living with HIV.

10 Oct 2023

Fragile X syndrome may be unfolding in brain cells even before birth

Fragile X syndrome, the most common form of inherited intellectual disability, may be unfolding in brain cells even before birth, despite typically going undiagnosed until age 3 or later.

10 Oct 2023

Living past 100: Healthy habits, good company, and a purpose in life

Researchers explore the secrets behind increased life expectancies, focusing on the influence of diet, lifestyle, and socio-economic changes. Centenarians, individuals living past 100, often delay age-related symptoms, suggesting a lifestyle emphasizing a balanced diet, social interaction, and regular exercise can significantly boost longevity and resilience.

10 Oct 2023

Study sheds light on the role of immune cells in fat tissue inflammation and obesity

Fat tissue, for as much as it's been vilified, is an incredibly complex and essential bodily organ involved in energy storage and hormone production, among other functions.

10 Oct 2023

Global food trade improves diets but red meat imports raise health concerns

In a study published in Nature Food, researchers analyzed the health impacts of global food trade using 2019 data. While international trade in foods like fruits and vegetables reduced diet-related mortality in many countries, increased red meat trade had adverse health implications.

10 Oct 2023

Non-melanoma skin cancer causing greater number of global deaths than melanoma, study finds

Non-melanoma skin cancer (NMSC) is causing a greater number of global deaths than melanoma, the more serious form of skin cancer, a new study presented today at the European Academy of Dermatology and Venerology (EADV) Congress 2023 has found.

10 Oct 2023

Medical Research News

Scientists identify nearly a dozen genes responsible for coronary artery calcification

Towards xenotransplantation: Genetically altered pig kidneys prove viable in non-human primates

How were antibiotics used during the COVID-19 pandemic?

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

Is a vegan diet a healthy choice for kids?

New TB vaccination strategy could save hundreds of thousands of lives with HIV

Fragile X syndrome may be unfolding in brain cells even before birth

Living past 100: Healthy habits, good company, and a purpose in life

Study sheds light on the role of immune cells in fat tissue inflammation and obesity

Global food trade improves diets but red meat imports raise health concerns

Non-melanoma skin cancer causing greater number of global deaths than melanoma, study finds

Advancing Motor Neuron Disease Diagnosis with Non-Invasive Ultrasound and AI

How agentic AI is reshaping laboratory workflows

Fourier 80: bringing benchtop NMR systems to the laboratory

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