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Researchers develop a framework to identify potentially hidden genetic contributors to disease

Genome-wide association studies (GWAS) on patient blood samples are useful for identifying the genetic basis of blood cell traits and their links to common diseases.

14 Dec 2023

Study uncovers unique genetic diversity in Australian Indigenous populations

Scientists at ANU have revealed significant genetic diversity among Australian Indigenous communities, uncovering unique genetic variations that could impact personalized medical treatments for chronic diseases.

14 Dec 2023

How safe are GLP-1R agonists in early pregnancy?

JAMA Internal Medicine study examines the safety of GLP-1 receptor agonists and other second-line antidiabetic medications during early pregnancy, finding no significant increase in congenital anomalies compared to insulin use.

14 Dec 2023

Overweight, not just obesity, drives higher healthcare costs, Norwegian study finds

A study at NTNU shows that while individual healthcare costs are highest for obese individuals, the overall societal costs are greater for the larger number of overweight people, highlighting the need for population-level health measures.

14 Dec 2023

Rapid identification of disease-causing bacteria using Raman spectroscopy

Study in BioRisk explores the use of Raman spectroscopy for rapid identification of Pseudomonas aeruginosa, a bacteria causing serious human diseases, demonstrating its potential as a quick and efficient diagnostic tool.

14 Dec 2023

Internationally renowned breast medical oncologist joins the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA

Dr. Aditya Bardia, a renowned breast medical oncologist and physician scientist who specializes in developing novel targeted and personalized therapies, has joined the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA and the UCLA Health Jonsson Comprehensive Cancer Center where he will assume several leadership roles across the institution.

14 Dec 2023

Uncovering barriers to heart failure medication access for low-income patients

People who live in neighborhoods with higher levels of poverty and unemployment are less likely to fill their heart-failure drug prescriptions than those living in wealthier areas, a new study shows.

14 Dec 2023

Researchers identify the culprit responsible for harmful inflammation in certain muscular disorders

Inflammation is an important part of the body's defenses, eliminating threats and repairing damage. When the immune system is overactivated, though, it can turn from friend to foe.

14 Dec 2023

New advance in the development of a test for early diagnosis of cancer

Blood cells reveal tumors in the body. Researchers at the Paul Scherrer Institute achieve an advance with the development of a test for early diagnosis of cancer.

14 Dec 2023

D-mannose could improve age-associated urinary tract dysfunction and help reduce UTIs

Aging poses a number of challenges to the body's well-being, one of the most important being an increased susceptibility to multiple diseases, including urinary tract infections (UTIs).

14 Dec 2023

Atezolizumab plus carboplatin: A winning combination for metastatic triple-negative breast cancer

Immunotherapy in combination with chemotherapy has become an important therapeutic treatment option in some patients with metastatic breast cancer.

14 Dec 2023

Common oral anticoagulant rivaroxaban linked to highest risk of bleeding complications

When diagnosed with a blood clot or atrial fibrillation, patients are often prescribed anticoagulants, or blood thinners, to prevent a future clot.

14 Dec 2023

The impact of racism on mental health disparities experienced by Black people in the United States

A series of literature reviews published online December 13 in The Lancet Psychiatry journal highlight the large body of evidence on the role played by racism in mental health disparities experienced by Black people living in the United States.

14 Dec 2023

COVID-19 pandemic exacerbates health inequities: Sexual minorities face greater uninsurance burden

Uninsurance rates among sexual minorities have increased steadily from their low in 2016 in the United States, affecting a population that has historically had fewer opportunities to access comprehensive health services, compared to heterosexual individuals.

14 Dec 2023

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Researchers develop a framework to identify potentially hidden genetic contributors to disease

Study uncovers unique genetic diversity in Australian Indigenous populations

How safe are GLP-1R agonists in early pregnancy?

Overweight, not just obesity, drives higher healthcare costs, Norwegian study finds

Rapid identification of disease-causing bacteria using Raman spectroscopy

Internationally renowned breast medical oncologist joins the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA

Uncovering barriers to heart failure medication access for low-income patients

Researchers identify the culprit responsible for harmful inflammation in certain muscular disorders

New advance in the development of a test for early diagnosis of cancer

D-mannose could improve age-associated urinary tract dysfunction and help reduce UTIs

Atezolizumab plus carboplatin: A winning combination for metastatic triple-negative breast cancer

Common oral anticoagulant rivaroxaban linked to highest risk of bleeding complications

The impact of racism on mental health disparities experienced by Black people in the United States

COVID-19 pandemic exacerbates health inequities: Sexual minorities face greater uninsurance burden

New "human-centric" LEDs could potentially enhance drowsiness or alertness on command

Racial and ethnic disparities hinder TB elimination efforts in the U.S.

Novel machine learning tool predicts gain- and loss-of-function variants across the genome

Hidden reservoir revealed: Extracellular vesicles could be potential source of COVID recurrence

Childhood sedentariness may be a key factor in elevated cholesterol and premature heart disease

Neurodivergent kids design their own games with robots and augmented reality

Advancing brain microphysiological systems (bMPS)

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Unveiling Hidden Potential: Organoids for Disease Modeling in Neuroscience Research

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