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Insights gained from genetically modified pig heart transplantation

Researchers described a genetically engineered pig cardiac xenotransplantation in a 57-year-old male patient.

3 Jul 2023

Lactobacillus vaginal suppositories may help prevent recurrent cystitis in postmenopausal women

Recurrent cystitis (RC) is a frequent infection of the urinary tract and bladder, which is highly prevalent among postmenopausal women.

3 Jul 2023

Cutting-edge research: machine learning identifies early predictors of type 1 diabetes

Scientists utilized plasma protein proteomics to identify proteins associated with the onset of type 1 diabetes.

3 Jul 2023

Camena Bioscience closes $10m Series A financing as demand for DNA synthesis technology increases

Camena Bioscience, a synthetic biology company providing genes to the pharmaceutical and biotechnology industries.

From Camena Bioscience 3 Jul 2023

New study reveals: food processing levels impact blood pressure variability

Study evaluated the relationship between the degree of processed food consumed and blood pressure variability.

3 Jul 2023

New study: vegetarian vs. non-vegetarian diets in the battle against cardiometabolic diseases

Researchers conducted a comprehensive review to compare the impacts of vegetarian and non-vegetarian diets on the outcomes of major cardiometabolic and other non-communicable diseases.

3 Jul 2023

Global study: children's lack of vegetable and fruit consumption linked to wealth and maternal factors

Researchers reviewed demographic and health surveys between 2006–2020 at the global scale.

3 Jul 2023

Study finds that genetically determined milk intake does not increase type-2 diabetes risk

Researchers investigate the association between the genetic basis of milk consumption and type 2 diabetes risk.

3 Jul 2023

New technology to capture and release cfDNA on nanowire surfaces from urine

A group led by researchers at Nagoya University in Japan has developed a technology to capture and release cell-free DNA (cfDNA) on nanowire surfaces from urine.

3 Jul 2023

New COVID-19 mRNA vaccine is safe and highly immunogenic as a heterologous booster: Study

The COVID-19 pandemic, caused by severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2), has resulted in more than 600 million confirmed cases and 6.5 million deaths worldwide.

3 Jul 2023

New correlation improves management and post-resuscitation care for patients

Newly-identified correlation could improve management and optimize post-resuscitation care for individual patients.

3 Jul 2023

Vitamin D deficiency contributes to increased inflammation in older adults

Deficient vitamin D status in older adults is associated with higher inflammation levels, as measured by C-reactive protein (CRP). Optimizing vitamin D levels could potentially modulate inflammation in this population.

2 Jul 2023

Can the keto diet be used to treat migraines?

Dietary interventions, such as ketogenic therapy, show promise in reducing the frequency and severity of headaches, providing potential relief for individuals worldwide.

2 Jul 2023

DASH diet reduces uric acid levels

Researchers evaluate the effects of the ketogenic diet and DASH diet on serological uric acid levels.

2 Jul 2023

Long work hours and poor work-life balance threaten health of Singapore's young professionals

Long work hours among young adults hinder healthy behaviors, impacting population health. Understanding these barriers is crucial for targeted health promotion efforts.

2 Jul 2023

Study finds nighttime speed limits not effective in reducing e-scooter injuries

Study aimed to examine whether nighttime speed restrictions are associated with the incidence of e-scooter-related injuries. The results showed that the nighttime speed limit was not associated with reduced injury incidence.

2 Jul 2023

COVID-19 severity linked to autoantibodies against blood clotting protein

Study investigates the occurrence of ADAMTS13 antibodies in COVID-19 patients and their association with disease severity and lower ADAMTS13 activity. The findings suggest the need to include ADAMTS13 antibodies in diagnosing and managing SARS-CoV-2 infections.

2 Jul 2023

Inappropriate antibiotic use in low and middle-income countries disrupts infant gut health, fuels antimicrobial resistance

Overuse of antibiotics contributes to the problem of drug-resistant bacteria. Developing countries and young children are particularly affected. Review examines how antibiotics affect gut bacteria and drug resistance in infants in low- and middle-income countries.

2 Jul 2023

Skipping nightly toothbrushing could heighten cardiovascular disease risk

Research investigated the impact of toothbrushing timing on cardiovascular disease risk. The study found that brushing teeth at night was associated with lower cardiovascular disease risk compared to not brushing at all.

2 Jul 2023

How does space affect the immune system of astronauts?

Research explores the effects of microgravity and radiation on the immune system in space conditions. It emphasizes the need to understand these effects for future long-duration space missions and highlights knowledge gaps for further investigation.

2 Jul 2023

Medical Research News

Insights gained from genetically modified pig heart transplantation

Lactobacillus vaginal suppositories may help prevent recurrent cystitis in postmenopausal women

Cutting-edge research: machine learning identifies early predictors of type 1 diabetes

Camena Bioscience closes $10m Series A financing as demand for DNA synthesis technology increases

New study reveals: food processing levels impact blood pressure variability

New study: vegetarian vs. non-vegetarian diets in the battle against cardiometabolic diseases

Global study: children's lack of vegetable and fruit consumption linked to wealth and maternal factors

Study finds that genetically determined milk intake does not increase type-2 diabetes risk

New technology to capture and release cfDNA on nanowire surfaces from urine

New COVID-19 mRNA vaccine is safe and highly immunogenic as a heterologous booster: Study

New correlation improves management and post-resuscitation care for patients

Vitamin D deficiency contributes to increased inflammation in older adults

Can the keto diet be used to treat migraines?

DASH diet reduces uric acid levels

Long work hours and poor work-life balance threaten health of Singapore's young professionals

Study finds nighttime speed limits not effective in reducing e-scooter injuries

COVID-19 severity linked to autoantibodies against blood clotting protein

Inappropriate antibiotic use in low and middle-income countries disrupts infant gut health, fuels antimicrobial resistance

Skipping nightly toothbrushing could heighten cardiovascular disease risk

How does space affect the immune system of astronauts?

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