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Migraines linked to healthy vascular system despite cardiovascular risk factors

The study links cardiovascular health to migraine activity, showing that lower risk scores are associated with higher migraine likelihood, especially in women.

23 Oct 2024

The future of UK life sciences starts in the West Midlands

In this interview, Gino Martini, the CEO at PHTA, talks to NewsMed about the West Midlands, a region with a rich heritage in both manufacturing and life sciences.

From PHTA Ltd 23 Oct 2024

Can you rely on your mammogram to identify heart disease risk?

When people check in for their annual mammogram these days, some may face a surprising question: In addition to reviewing the mammogram for breast cancer, would the patient like the radiologist to examine the images for heart disease risk?

23 Oct 2024

Marylanders to vote on expansive ‘right to reproductive freedom’

Voters in 10 states will consider whether or not to protect or expand abortion rights in November. That includes battleground states such as Arizona and Nevada and such Republican strongholds as South Dakota and Missouri.

23 Oct 2024

Calluna Pharma successfully completes Phase 1 clinical study of CAL101, a first-in-class therapeutic for fibrotic and fibro-inflammatory indications

Calluna Pharma AS (Calluna), a clinical stage biotechnology company pioneering first-in-class antibodies to treat inflammatory and fibrotic diseases, today announced the completion of Phase 1 clinical study for CAL101, Calluna’s lead product candidate.

23 Oct 2024

Study connects brain volume variations with genetic risk factors for Parkinson’s disease and ADHD

Unprecedented genome analysis reveals genetic links between brain structure and disorders like Parkinson's and ADHD, paving the way for innovative treatments.

23 Oct 2024

Human midbrain organoids: A promising tool in the fight against Parkinson's disease

Advancements in organoid technology are crucial for Parkinson's disease research, providing human-relevant models for studying disease and testing therapies.

23 Oct 2024

P-stalk ribosomes identified as key regulators of immune evasion in cancer

Research uncovers how P-stalk ribosomes regulate cytokine responses, driving immune evasion in tumors across multiple cancer types. It offers new insights into post-translational mechanisms influencing immunotherapy success.

23 Oct 2024

Arsenic in water linked to increased heart disease risk

Long term exposure to arsenic in water may increase cardiovascular disease and especially heart disease risk even at exposure levels below the federal regulatory limit (10µg/L) according to a new study at Columbia University Mailman School of Public Health.

23 Oct 2024

Maternal stress and depression alter infant DNA, with potential lifelong impact

Maternal stress and depression during pregnancy and postpartum are linked to DNA methylation changes in infants, potentially affecting their development and long-term health.

23 Oct 2024

Climate change drives sharp rise in fire-related mortality worldwide

Climate change has contributed to a sharp rise in fire-related deaths globally, with mortality rates more than doubling from the 1960s to the 2010s due to increased fire-induced PM2.5 emissions.

23 Oct 2024

Wearable sensors and machine learning predict worker fatigue to improve safety and productivity

Researchers used multimodal wearable sensors and machine learning to track real-time fatigue in manufacturing workers, revealing critical insights into individual fatigue patterns and potential ergonomic improvements.

22 Oct 2024

Ukrainian researcher develops digital tool for detecting autism and developmental delay in kids

A Ukrainian researcher has developed a new digital tool for detecting autism and developmental delay in children. Her research has been published in Cambridge University Press journal Cambridge Prisms: Global Mental Health.

22 Oct 2024

Advancements in antibody-drug conjugates transform cancer therapy

Antibody-drug conjugates (ADCs) have emerged as a promising approach in cancer therapy, offering a 'magic bullet' strategy that combines the precision of monoclonal antibodies with the potency of cytotoxic drugs.

22 Oct 2024

UK-DTOP tool promises improved outcomes for kidney transplant recipients

A new advanced artificial intelligence (AI) tool, developed by renal doctors internationally, represents a significant step forward in predicting and potentially improving outcomes for UK kidney transplant patients.

22 Oct 2024

Scurvy may be making a comeback amid economic strain

The scourge of scurvy, which is caused by vitamin C deficiency, may be re-emerging amid the cost of living crisis and the rise in weight loss (bariatric) surgery, suggest doctors in the journal BMJ Case Reports after treating a middle-aged man with the condition.

22 Oct 2024

Study links schizophrenia to increased risk of sudden cardiac death

The lifetime risk of an unexpected and sudden death from a cardiovascular cause in the absence of pre-existing heart disease - known as sudden cardiac death - is more than 4 times higher for people with schizophrenia than it is for the general population, indicates Danish research published online in the journal Heart.

22 Oct 2024