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Pioneering study discovers new genetic links to pancreatic cancer in Brazil

Pancreatic cancer has recently been included in the list of diseases about which Brazil's National Cancer Institute (INCA) periodically publishes statistics.

9 Dec 2024

Single mutation in (HPAI) H5N1 influenza virus could increase human transmission risk

A single modification in the protein found on the surface of the highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) H5N1 influenza virus currently circulating in U.S. dairy cows could allow for easier transmission among humans, according to new research funded by the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and published today in the journal Science.

9 Dec 2024

Two studies show potential for newborn genetic screening

Two studies published today in the American Journal of Human Genetics show the potential for genomic screening in newborns to address high rates of infant hospitalization and mortality in the United States.

9 Dec 2024

Resources are expanding for older adults on their own

Jeff Kromrey, 69, will sit down with his daughter the next time she visits and show her how to access his online accounts if he has an unexpected health crisis.

9 Dec 2024

California official comes out of retirement to lead troubled mental health commission

Veteran California public servant Will Lightbourne has stepped in as interim executive director of the state's mental health commission after its previous executive director resigned following conflict of interest allegations.

9 Dec 2024

Can HIIT's metabolic benefits last? New study explores post-exercise sustainability in diabetes

Researchers investigate whether high-intensity interval training-induced metabolic benefits sustain or differ after prolonged training cessation.

9 Dec 2024

Engineered immune cells could transform treatment for autoimmune diseases

Immune cells that are designed to soothe could improve treatment for organ transplants, type 1 diabetes and other autoimmune conditions.

9 Dec 2024

Early bilateral oophorectomy linked to increased Alzheimer's disease risk

Women with early bilateral oophorectomy face higher Alzheimer's risk, especially with APOE4 allele; education and hormone therapy may offer resilience.

9 Dec 2024

Study: Closing underperforming hospitals may exacerbate health inequalities in rural areas

Closing underperforming hospitals may do more harm than good, particularly in rural areas -regardless of their performance status, according to new research from the University of Surrey.

9 Dec 2024

Bovine H5N1 influenza shows potential for human adaptation through key mutations

Recent study reveals H5N1 mutations enhancing human receptor binding, highlighting pandemic risks and the need for vigilant surveillance of influenza strains.

9 Dec 2024

Writing by hand enhances brain function critical for learning

Handwriting activates key brain regions for memory and learning, suggesting educational systems should integrate traditional and digital methods effectively.

9 Dec 2024

Newcells Biotech raises additional funding from investors

Newcells Biotech (“Newcells”), a leading drug discovery partner specializing in the development of in vitro models and bespoke assay services to improve the prediction of in vivo human outcomes, today announced it has raised a further £1.2 m from existing investors Mercia Ventures, Northstar Ventures and North East Finance.

From Newcells Biotech 8 Dec 2024

Why does tinnitus worsen after naps?

Sstudy identifies how somatosensory factors, including snoring and sleep apnea, contribute to tinnitus loudness increases during naps. Researchers found temporary but measurable effects, suggesting that tensor veli palatini muscle dysfunction may play a role in these changes.

8 Dec 2024

Depression genes amplify women's heart disease risk

Study reveals a sex-specific link between genetic risks for psychiatric disorders and cardiovascular diseases (CVDs), with women showing a higher risk of atrial fibrillation, coronary artery disease, and heart failure linked to genetic predisposition to major depression. Menopause and modifiable factors like BMI and smoking amplify these risks.

8 Dec 2024

Filgotinib offers new promise for managing Crohn’s disease

Filgotinib, a JAK1 preferential inhibitor, shows promise as an effective and well-tolerated maintenance therapy for Crohn's disease, achieving clinical and endoscopic remission in phase 3 trials. The findings highlight its potential as a novel therapeutic option for difficult-to-treat patients.

8 Dec 2024

Genetic factors increase prostate cancer risk for African men

Early testing is key to addressing the rise in cases of prostate cancer in Africa - and it doesn't have to be an invasive procedure.

6 Dec 2024

Breakthrough discovery in BK polyomavirus replication offers hope for kidney transplant protection

BK polyomavirus, or BKPyV, is a major cause of kidney transplant failure. There are no effective drugs to treat BKPyV.

6 Dec 2024

Young adults hit hardest by heat in Mexico, new study shows

Many recent studies assume that elderly people are at particular risk of dying from extreme heat as the planet warms.

6 Dec 2024

Vanderbilt University Medical Center receives $7 million to study breathing tube size in critical care

Vanderbilt University Medical Center has been approved for $7 million in research funding by the Patient-Centered Outcomes Research Institute (PCORI) to study the effect of breathing tube size on breathing, speaking and swallowing after critical illness.

6 Dec 2024

Bacterial toxin may fuel colorectal cancer metastasis

A toxin in the bacteria that's one of the most common causes of foodborne illness accelerates the spread of colorectal tumors to other parts of the body, a study led by UF Health Cancer Center researchers and international collaborators has found.

6 Dec 2024

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Pioneering study discovers new genetic links to pancreatic cancer in Brazil

Single mutation in (HPAI) H5N1 influenza virus could increase human transmission risk

Two studies show potential for newborn genetic screening

Resources are expanding for older adults on their own

California official comes out of retirement to lead troubled mental health commission

Can HIIT's metabolic benefits last? New study explores post-exercise sustainability in diabetes

Engineered immune cells could transform treatment for autoimmune diseases

Early bilateral oophorectomy linked to increased Alzheimer's disease risk

Study: Closing underperforming hospitals may exacerbate health inequalities in rural areas

Bovine H5N1 influenza shows potential for human adaptation through key mutations

Writing by hand enhances brain function critical for learning

Newcells Biotech raises additional funding from investors

Why does tinnitus worsen after naps?

Depression genes amplify women's heart disease risk

Filgotinib offers new promise for managing Crohn’s disease

Genetic factors increase prostate cancer risk for African men

Breakthrough discovery in BK polyomavirus replication offers hope for kidney transplant protection

Young adults hit hardest by heat in Mexico, new study shows

Vanderbilt University Medical Center receives $7 million to study breathing tube size in critical care

Bacterial toxin may fuel colorectal cancer metastasis

Advancing brain microphysiological systems (bMPS)

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