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Study moves one step closer to providing a more efficient treatment for age-related memory loss

According to the Alzheimer's Association, an estimated 6.5 million Americans aged 65 and older are living with Alzheimer's in 2022. That figure is predicted to nearly double by 2050.

29 Aug 2022

Researchers discover new therapeutic target for triple-negative breast cancer

Breast cancer is categorized into three major subtypes: hormone receptor-positive, HER2-positive, and triple-negative.

29 Aug 2022

Inhaling silica nanoparticles can damage the kidneys

Amorphous silica is a common mineral used in the manufacturing of products ranging from toothpaste to semiconductors.

29 Aug 2022

Implanted brain-stimulating device disrupts craving-related signals and reduces bingeing episodes

A small device that detects food craving-related brain activity in a key brain region, and responds by electrically stimulating that region, has shown promise in a pilot clinical trial in two patients with loss-of-control binge eating disorder (BED), according to researchers at the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania.

29 Aug 2022

Oncolytic viruses boost the immune capacity to effectively target and destroy cancer cells

The immune system has evolved to safeguard the body from a wildly diverse range of potential threats. Among these are bacterial diseases, including plague, cholera, diphtheria and Lyme disease, and viral contagions such as influenza, Ebola virus and SARS CoV-2.

29 Aug 2022

Herpesvirus-6 and Epstein–Barr virus reactivation across acute SARS-CoV-2 patients

In a new story, scientists explored human herpesvirus-6 (HHV-6) and Epstein–Barr virus (EBV) reactivation among acute coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) patients.

29 Aug 2022

Study identifies two potential serological biomarkers of monkeypox infection

In a new study, researchers pursued two monkeypox virus (MPXV) immune targets, A35R and H3L, that could be deployed in a serological assay to identify recent MPXV cases.

29 Aug 2022

The clinical and virological outcomes associated with molnupiravir or nirmatrelvir–ritonavir use in hospitalized patients with mild-to-moderate COVID-19

Researchers investigated whether early treatment with oral antivirals prevented all-cause mortality in hospitalized patients infected with SARS-CoV-2 new variant of concern Omicron BA.2 subvariant.

29 Aug 2022

Review of the risks and benefits of statins in primary prevention of cardiovascular diseases in adults

A new study reviewed evidence from trials and studies to assess the risks and benefits of using statins to prevent or reduce morbidities or mortalities related to cardiovascular disease (CVD).

29 Aug 2022

Protection against SARS-CoV-2 reinfections in the Qatari population

Researchers evaluated protection against severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) reinfection.

29 Aug 2022

The effectiveness of nirmatrelvir in preventing severe COVID-19 outcomes during the Omicron surge

Researchers assessed the clinical efficacy of nirmatrelvir in preventing severe COVID-19 in Israel during the Omicron wave.

29 Aug 2022

Is there an association between the gut microbiome of people within different countries and the severity of COVID-19?

Researchers explored the complex relationship between the gut microbiome of people in different countries and the observed COVID-19 severity, measured as the hospitalization rate of the corresponding country.

29 Aug 2022

Preliminary study shows tecovirimat was well tolerated by patients with monkeypox

Researchers investigated the usage of tecovirimat against monkeypox infections.

29 Aug 2022

Changing dynamics of high-sodium item purchases from restaurant chains in New York

researchers investigated if the implementation of the sodium warning regulation by New York City (NYC) restaurants changed consumer purchasing.

29 Aug 2022

High-throughput proteomics reveals pregnancy-specific responses to COVID-19

Researchers evaluated pregnancy-specific responses to SARS-CoV-2 infection.

29 Aug 2022

Association between different physical activities and longevity of elder individuals

Researchers investigated whether different leisure time physical activities (LT-PA) were differentially associated with all-cause mortality and mortality risks from cancer or cardiovascular disorders among elder individuals.

29 Aug 2022

What are the effects of e-cigarettes and their constituents on SARS-CoV-2 infection?

In a new study, researchers evaluated whether e-cigarette (EC) aerosols promoted severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) infection.

29 Aug 2022

The incidence rate, distribution, characteristics, and outcomes of neonatal COVID-19

Researchers assessed the epidemiology of neonatal COVID-19 infections.

29 Aug 2022

Contact risks for COVID-19 transmission to healthcare personnel

Researchers analyzed the contact risks for SARS-CoV-2 spread to medical professionals in an infection outbreak in a hospital ward.

29 Aug 2022

What are the clinical characteristics and complications of patients with a monkeypox infection?

Researchers described the clinical characteristics and complications of monkeypox virus infections.

29 Aug 2022

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Study moves one step closer to providing a more efficient treatment for age-related memory loss

Researchers discover new therapeutic target for triple-negative breast cancer

Inhaling silica nanoparticles can damage the kidneys

Implanted brain-stimulating device disrupts craving-related signals and reduces bingeing episodes

Oncolytic viruses boost the immune capacity to effectively target and destroy cancer cells

Herpesvirus-6 and Epstein–Barr virus reactivation across acute SARS-CoV-2 patients

Study identifies two potential serological biomarkers of monkeypox infection

The clinical and virological outcomes associated with molnupiravir or nirmatrelvir–ritonavir use in hospitalized patients with mild-to-moderate COVID-19

Review of the risks and benefits of statins in primary prevention of cardiovascular diseases in adults

Protection against SARS-CoV-2 reinfections in the Qatari population

The effectiveness of nirmatrelvir in preventing severe COVID-19 outcomes during the Omicron surge

Is there an association between the gut microbiome of people within different countries and the severity of COVID-19?

Preliminary study shows tecovirimat was well tolerated by patients with monkeypox

Changing dynamics of high-sodium item purchases from restaurant chains in New York

High-throughput proteomics reveals pregnancy-specific responses to COVID-19

Association between different physical activities and longevity of elder individuals

What are the effects of e-cigarettes and their constituents on SARS-CoV-2 infection?

The incidence rate, distribution, characteristics, and outcomes of neonatal COVID-19

Contact risks for COVID-19 transmission to healthcare personnel

What are the clinical characteristics and complications of patients with a monkeypox infection?

Exploring the nanoscale: How AFM is transforming cosmetic science

Innovating Texture and Culture in Plant-Based Foods

Advancing brain microphysiological systems (bMPS)

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