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New software uncovers that myelin develops much slower after birth

A single brain is unfathomably complex. So brain researchers, whether they're looking at datasets built from 300,000 neurons in 81 mice or from MRIs of 1,200 young adults, are now dealing with so much information that they must also come up with new methods to comprehend it.

22 Sep 2023

LMIC healthcare facilities unprepared to treat cardiovascular diseases

Most healthcare facilities in many Low- and Middle-income Countries (LMICs) are unprepared to treat patients with cardiovascular diseases – despite these conditions leading to millions of people dying prematurely every year, a new study reveals.

22 Sep 2023

Editorial proposes an innovative systems medicine approach to address clinician burnout

A new editorial published in the Heart and Mind journal proposes an innovative systems medicine approach to address the epidemic of clinician burnout and holistically improve clinician mental health and wellbeing (Heart and Mind: September 18, 2023. | DOI: 10.4103/hm.HM-D-23-00013, published ahead of print).

22 Sep 2023

Ginger supplements can play key role in controlling inflammation for people with autoimmune diseases

New research has revealed a potentially important role ginger supplements can play in controlling inflammation for people living with autoimmune diseases.

22 Sep 2023

Almonds can be part of a healthy weight loss diet, research shows

When it comes to weight loss, nuts can get a bad rap – while they’re high in protein, they’re also high in fats, and this often deters those looking to shed a few kilos. But new research from the University of South Australia shows that you can eat almonds and lose weight too.

22 Sep 2023

AIHW report provides the most recent prevalence estimates on endometriosis

Around 14% of women aged 44–49 are estimated to have endometriosis, the latest release from the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare (AIHW) has revealed.

22 Sep 2023

Could creatine supplementation be the answer to post-COVID-19 fatigue?

In a recent study published in the journal Food Science & Nutrition, researchers investigated creatine supplementations as a potential intervention strategy to attenuate the clinical symptoms of post-COVID-19 fatigue syndrome.

22 Sep 2023

VAX-seq: the future of mRNA vaccine analysis and quality assurance?

Researchers proposed a simplified approach for analyzing mRNA vaccines using long-read sequencing.

22 Sep 2023

Decoding tauopathies: New study identifies non-coding RNA as a key player in Alzheimer's

Researchers at Washington University School of Medicine identify a key step in the development of harmful tau tangles, offering a potential target for preventing brain damage in diseases like Alzheimer's. The study highlights the role of long noncoding RNAs, particularly SNHG8, in stress granule formation and tau aggregation, opening new avenues for treatment.

22 Sep 2023

E-cigarettes not a gateway to smoking, may even speed its decline, says new study

New study led by Queen Mary University of London finds no evidence that e-cigarettes act as a gateway to smoking at the population level. The research also suggests that alternative nicotine products may be competing against cigarettes, potentially accelerating the decline in smoking, although more data is needed for confirmation.

22 Sep 2023

Can COVID-19 vaccines turn the tide on long-haul symptoms?

The study finds that COVID-19 vaccination can significantly reduce symptoms and improve well-being in patients suffering from post-COVID-19 conditions (PCC). Vaccination also lowered systemic markers of inflammation but did not entirely eliminate persistent SARS-CoV-2 antigens, which may continue to contribute to inflammation.

22 Sep 2023

Is hemp the superfood vegetarians have been waiting for?

This recent study in the journal Nutrients delves into the nutritional power of hemp seeds, highlighting their potential as a rich source of proteins, essential fatty acids, and dietary fiber—particularly valuable for vegetarians. The paper also suggests that hemp could offer numerous health benefits, from antioxidant activity to potentially aiding in metabolic and cardiovascular diseases, paving the way for more focused research.

22 Sep 2023

Long COVID sidelining doctors and putting careers at risk, says alarming BMJ study

Doctors grappling with long COVID face significant career setbacks and inadequate workplace protection, according to a recent BMJ study. Co-founded by a doctor who contracted long COVID, advocacy group Long COVID Doctors for Action pushes for better support and recognition of the condition as an occupational disease.

21 Sep 2023

Research reveals racial and ethnic disparities in the benefits of newer type 2 diabetes drugs

New research analyzing the effects of two drugs used to treat type 2 diabetes indicates a consistent lack of cardiovascular and renal benefits in Black populations.

21 Sep 2023

Inhaled fluticasone furoate falls flat in speeding up COVID-19 recovery, says ACTIV-6 trial

The ACTIV-6 trial investigated the effectiveness of inhaled fluticasone furoate on mild-to-moderate COVID-19 cases and found it did not accelerate recovery or prevent clinical progression compared to a placebo. Interestingly, vaccinated participants showed slightly faster recovery when treated with the drug, while unvaccinated participants did not.

21 Sep 2023

Hokkaido red wines show promise in boosting vascular function

Researchers find that consuming red wines made from Zweigelt grape varietals cultivated in Hokkaido, Japan, can positively affect vascular and platelet function in healthy adult men, with the 2018 vintage having a more pronounced effect on blood pressure. The study highlights the role of specific polyphenolic profiles in wines for cardiovascular benefits.

21 Sep 2023

Multipronged gene therapy restores walking in mice after complete spinal cord injury

When the spinal cords of mice and humans are partially damaged, the initial paralysis is followed by the extensive, spontaneous recovery of motor function.

21 Sep 2023

Pitt launches trial to test interventions for life-threatening bleeding in injured children

The No. 1 cause of death in children is trauma. There are an estimated 2,000 pediatric deaths from traumatic bleeding in the U.S. each year that are preventable with optimal care, yet there have been no large-scale clinical trials to guide the best way to resuscitate children with life-threatening bleeding from traumatic injury.

21 Sep 2023

Scientists identify mutations in 11 genes associated with aggressive forms of prostate cancer

An international research team led by scientists in the Center for Genetic Epidemiology at the Keck School of Medicine of USC and USC Norris Comprehensive Cancer Center has singled out mutations in 11 genes that are associated with aggressive forms of prostate cancer.

21 Sep 2023

Cough analysis as a tool to predict severe pneumonia in COVID-19 patients

While most individuals impacted by COVID-19 experience milder symptoms and recover within a few weeks, the global pandemic caused by the SARS-CoV-2 virus continues to pose a significant health challenge.

21 Sep 2023

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New software uncovers that myelin develops much slower after birth

LMIC healthcare facilities unprepared to treat cardiovascular diseases

Editorial proposes an innovative systems medicine approach to address clinician burnout

Ginger supplements can play key role in controlling inflammation for people with autoimmune diseases

Almonds can be part of a healthy weight loss diet, research shows

AIHW report provides the most recent prevalence estimates on endometriosis

Could creatine supplementation be the answer to post-COVID-19 fatigue?

VAX-seq: the future of mRNA vaccine analysis and quality assurance?

Decoding tauopathies: New study identifies non-coding RNA as a key player in Alzheimer's

E-cigarettes not a gateway to smoking, may even speed its decline, says new study

Can COVID-19 vaccines turn the tide on long-haul symptoms?

Is hemp the superfood vegetarians have been waiting for?

Long COVID sidelining doctors and putting careers at risk, says alarming BMJ study

Research reveals racial and ethnic disparities in the benefits of newer type 2 diabetes drugs

Inhaled fluticasone furoate falls flat in speeding up COVID-19 recovery, says ACTIV-6 trial

Hokkaido red wines show promise in boosting vascular function

Multipronged gene therapy restores walking in mice after complete spinal cord injury

Pitt launches trial to test interventions for life-threatening bleeding in injured children

Scientists identify mutations in 11 genes associated with aggressive forms of prostate cancer

Cough analysis as a tool to predict severe pneumonia in COVID-19 patients

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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