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Rethinking menopause: Experts call for individualized treatment and more research

A comprehensive review in the journal Cell provides an in-depth look at the biology, clinical outcomes, and treatment options for menopause, including the effects of hormonal changes on metabolic and cognitive functions. The article also discusses various therapeutic interventions, from hormone therapy to alternative medicines, and their efficacy in managing menopausal symptoms.

7 Sep 2023

Rising tide of early-onset cancers: Study predicts alarming increase by 2030

An international study published in BMJ Oncology analyzes the Global Burden of Disease 2019 dataset to explore the rising incidence and mortality rates of early-onset cancers (ages 14-49) worldwide. The study highlights varying cancer burdens by gender and region, identifies lifestyle and environmental risk factors, and predicts a significant increase in early-onset cancer rates by 2030.

7 Sep 2023

Can brown fat really keep you slim? New study digs into the science of diet-induced thermogenesis

The research paper delves into the role of brown adipose tissue and its protein, UCP1, in diet-induced thermogenesis, questioning whether it could be a key to fighting obesity. Despite some evidence suggesting that brown fat activity could influence weight, the study calls for more research to determine the causality between reduced brown adipose tissue activity and obesity.

7 Sep 2023

Is your body clock the secret to peak athletic performance?

Review comprehensively explores how the circadian rhythm impacts sports performance, hormonal regulation, and immune system function in athletes. The study emphasizes the optimal times of day for athletic performance and underlines the role of circadian rhythm in hormonal balance and immune responses.

7 Sep 2023

Myriad Genetics survey: Women have widespread confusion and misconceptions about ovarian cancer screening

Myriad Genetics, Inc., a leader in genetic testing and precision medicine, today revealed new nationwide survey results indicating widespread confusion and misconceptions about ovarian cancer screening among a majority of women.

7 Sep 2023

Women using NSAIDs alongside hormonal contraception may be at increased risk of blood clots

Women who use non-steroidal anti-inflammatory painkillers alongside hormonal contraception appear to be at a small increased risk of blood clots known as venous thromboembolism (VTE), finds a large Danish study published by The BMJ today.

7 Sep 2023

The rise in anaemia among adolescent women in India: a comprehensive study on prevalence trends

In a recent study, researchers analyzed the change in the prevalence of anemia among adolescent women in India from 2015 to 2021.

7 Sep 2023

Broad-spectrum antibiotics linked to higher sepsis risk in neonates

A preprint presents evidence for the hypothesis that neonatal sepsis is linked to prenatal antibiotics.

7 Sep 2023

Organon Bolsters Research & Development Expertise with Two Leadership Appointments

Organon (NYSE: OGN), a global healthcare company with a focus on women’s health, today announced the appointment of Juan Camilo Arjona Ferreira, M.D., as Chief Medical Officer (CMO) and Charlotte Owens, M.D., as Head of Medical Affairs and Outcomes Research.

7 Sep 2023

Obesity in early pregnancy increases long-term risk of venous thromboembolism

Investigated the association between obesity in early pregnancy and long-term post-pregnancy risk of venous thromboembolism.

7 Sep 2023

COVID-19 pandemic disrupted cancer diagnoses, raising alarms for future healthcare resilience

The COVID-19 pandemic led to a notable decline in new cancer diagnoses in Manitoba, Canada, particularly affecting breast, colon, and rectal cancers. The study highlights the urgent need for healthcare strategies to mitigate the impact of future disruptions on cancer detection and treatment.

6 Sep 2023

Cracking the obesity code: The protein leverage hypothesis

The research paper presents an integrative approach to understanding obesity, focusing on the protein leverage hypothesis (PLH) to examine how protein intake affects energy imbalance. It combines insights from nutritional ecology, ecological sciences, and nutritional geometry, suggesting that protein deficiency and amino acid imbalances could drive increased food intake and contribute to obesity.

6 Sep 2023

World-renowned menopause experts summarize the state of menopause knowledge and advocate for further research

In a recent review published in Cell, a group of authors delved into the complexities of menopause, assessed its global impacts on health, and evaluated the effectiveness and safety of current treatments, emphasizing the importance of further research.

6 Sep 2023

Study identifies potential target for reversing drug resistance in ovarian cancer

For the 314,000 people diagnosed with ovarian cancer each year, hope often comes in the form of platinum-based drugs such as cisplatin.

5 Sep 2023

Could a new framework for aging biomarkers revolutionize how we understand and treat the aging process?

A comprehensive review in the journal Cell outlines a unified framework for classifying and validating aging biomarkers, aiming to streamline their integration into clinical research and practice. The study categorizes biomarkers into types like molecular, functional, and clinical, and sets criteria for their feasibility, validity, and applicability, all with the goal of better understanding and intervening in the aging process.

5 Sep 2023

Could medicinal plants be the key to reversing cognitive decline?

Researchers explore available evidence that medicinal plants may help improve cognitive function by reducing brain inflammation.

5 Sep 2023

Diet sodas trick your saliva: Study reveals how sweetened drinks impact oral enzymes and insulin levels

The study investigates the effects of sweetened beverages on salivary insulin, aspartame, and alpha-amylase levels in healthy young adults. It found that diet soft drinks led to higher salivary aspartame and insulin levels compared to sweetened water, raising questions about artificial sweeteners' impact on metabolic processes.

5 Sep 2023

COVID-19 hits American Indian and Alaska Native populations hardest, new study reveals

A recent study at the University of New Mexico Hospital highlights that American Indian and Alaska Native populations face disproportionate severity and mortality rates from COVID-19. The research points to the urgent need for targeted interventions and resources to address these health disparities.

5 Sep 2023

AI for breast cancer screening can perform just as well as human readers

Using a standardized assessment, researchers in the UK compared the performance of a commercially available artificial intelligence (AI) algorithm with human readers of screening mammograms.

5 Sep 2023

Mississippi’s cervical cancer deaths indicate broader health care problems

Shementé Jones knew something wasn't right. Her back hurt. She felt pain during sex.

5 Sep 2023

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Rethinking menopause: Experts call for individualized treatment and more research

Rising tide of early-onset cancers: Study predicts alarming increase by 2030

Can brown fat really keep you slim? New study digs into the science of diet-induced thermogenesis

Is your body clock the secret to peak athletic performance?

Myriad Genetics survey: Women have widespread confusion and misconceptions about ovarian cancer screening

Women using NSAIDs alongside hormonal contraception may be at increased risk of blood clots

The rise in anaemia among adolescent women in India: a comprehensive study on prevalence trends

Broad-spectrum antibiotics linked to higher sepsis risk in neonates

Organon Bolsters Research & Development Expertise with Two Leadership Appointments

Obesity in early pregnancy increases long-term risk of venous thromboembolism

COVID-19 pandemic disrupted cancer diagnoses, raising alarms for future healthcare resilience

Cracking the obesity code: The protein leverage hypothesis

World-renowned menopause experts summarize the state of menopause knowledge and advocate for further research

Study identifies potential target for reversing drug resistance in ovarian cancer

Could a new framework for aging biomarkers revolutionize how we understand and treat the aging process?

Could medicinal plants be the key to reversing cognitive decline?

Diet sodas trick your saliva: Study reveals how sweetened drinks impact oral enzymes and insulin levels

COVID-19 hits American Indian and Alaska Native populations hardest, new study reveals

AI for breast cancer screening can perform just as well as human readers

Mississippi’s cervical cancer deaths indicate broader health care problems

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