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How viral persistence and immune dysfunction drive long COVID

Study explores the biological drivers and mechanisms of long COVID, shedding light on its epidemiology and potential therapeutic interventions. It emphasizes the role of viral persistence, immune dysfunction, and coagulation in the development of this condition.

29 Sep 2024

Phase III trials indicate reversible cognitive side effects in brain metastases treatment

A substantial number of patients with brain metastases who experience cognitive side effects following radiation therapy may fully regain cognitive function, according to a pooled analysis of three large, phase III clinical trials.

29 Sep 2024

Extending survival in meningioma patients with innovative radiopharmaceutical therapy

A radiopharmaceutical therapy that has successfully extended progression-free survival for patients with neuroendocrine tumors shows early promise for delivering similar benefits to patients with difficult-to-treat meningioma, a type of brain tumor.

29 Sep 2024

Glutathione found to significantly reduce acetaldehyde levels and help relieve hangovers

Study demonstrates that glutathione (GSH) significantly reduces acetaldehyde levels, a key factor in hangovers, though subjective symptoms showed little difference between groups. Pharmacokinetic data indicate that GSH accelerates acetaldehyde clearance, providing potential relief from hangover symptoms.

29 Sep 2024

Exploring the role of chemokines in atrial fibrillation development

Announcing a new article publication for Cardiovascular Innovations and Applications journal. Chemokines are a subclass of cytokines, a large family of small secreted proteins that communicate via G protein-coupled heptahelical chemokine receptors on the cell surface.

29 Sep 2024

Brusatol may serve as potential adjuvant therapy for pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma

Announcing a new publication for Acta Materia Medica journal. Chemoresistance to gemcitabine (Gem) remains a substantial obstacle in the treatment of pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma carcinoma (PDAC).

29 Sep 2024

Nurturing brain development in young children through shared reading

The American Academy of Pediatrics encourages parents and caregivers to read aloud with their newborns and young children as an opportunity to foster loving, nurturing relationships during a critical time of brain development, and recommends that pediatricians support families with guidance and books at well-child visits, according to an updated policy statement.

29 Sep 2024

Health literacy gaps fuel unrealistic antibiotic expectations in primary care patients

Study reveals that over 93% of primary care patients expect antibiotics for common symptoms, especially in public clinics, with lack of education and health literacy contributing to these unrealistic expectations. Knowledge of antibiotic risks is a key factor influencing patient demand.

29 Sep 2024

Diet and gut dysbiosis linked to rheumatoid arthritis

Review highlights how gut dysbiosis and dietary factors are linked to rheumatoid arthritis, influencing disease progression and inflammation. Researchers explore how specific diets may help modulate the gut microbiome to improve symptoms.

29 Sep 2024

New breath-based test for lower respiratory tract infections shows 100% sensitivity in critical care settings

Researchers have developed a breath-based in vitro assay that accurately detects lower respiratory tract infections (LRTIs) by measuring neutrophil elastase activity. This non-invasive test offers high diagnostic sensitivity and could revolutionize LRTI detection.

29 Sep 2024

From patient to physician: EJ Beck's medical journey at NYU Langone Health

As a child, EJ Beck was treated for a rare pediatric thyroid cancer at NYU Langone Health. About 10 years after the scan that declared her cancer-free, Beck was accepted into her No. 1 choice for a medical school: NYU Grossman School of Medicine.

27 Sep 2024

UCLA Health researchers showcase advances in radiation oncology at ASTRO

UCLA Health Jonsson Comprehensive Cancer Center researchers and physicians who specialize in treating patients with radiation therapies will present data on the latest radiation oncology research and clinical trial results at the 66th annual American Society for Radiation Oncology (ASTRO) meeting in Washington D.C., Sept. 29 to Oct. 2.

27 Sep 2024

Innovative genomic approach identifies rare Long QT syndrome carriers

An innovative analysis of shared segments within the genome - an indication of distant "relatedness" - has identified undiagnosed cases of Long QT syndrome, a rare disorder that can lead to abnormal heart rhythms, fainting and sudden cardiac death.

27 Sep 2024

University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center launches new journal on cancer education

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center today announced its first-ever academic journal, Advances in Cancer Education & Quality Improvement (ACE-QI). The journal will publish research, training program summaries and quality improvement interventions for the oncology provider community.

27 Sep 2024

Disruption of circadian clock linked to accelerated colorectal cancer progression

Research from the University of California, Irvine has revealed how disruption of the circadian clock, the body's internal, 24-hour biological pacemaker, may accelerate the progression of colorectal cancer by affecting the gut microbiome and intestinal barrier function.

27 Sep 2024

Study reveals gaps in anti-bullying and sexual harassment education in schools

While violence prevention education has increased in U.S. schools, only 1 in 10 schools today require violence prevention discussions in class, according to research presented during the American Academy of Pediatrics 2024 National Conference & Exhibition at the Orange County Convention Center.

27 Sep 2024

Superabsorbent polymer beads linked to increasing cases of bowel obstruction in children

Water-absorbing beads have become increasingly hazardous to children over the past 10 years, as children who swallow the beads can experience life-threatening problems such as bowel obstruction.

27 Sep 2024

WHO announces recommended viral composition for 2025 influenza vaccines

The World Health Organization (WHO) today announced the recommendations for the viral composition of influenza vaccines for the 2025 influenza season in the southern hemisphere.

27 Sep 2024

Study shows how individual brain cells in the hippocampus respond to pronouns

A new study shows how individual brain cells in the hippocampus respond to pronouns. "This may help us unravel how we remember what we read."

27 Sep 2024

Estrogen found to promote tumor growth in breast cancers without receptors

Estrogens are known to drive tumor growth in breast cancer cells that carry its receptors, but a new study by Duke Cancer Institute researchers unexpectedly finds that estrogens play a role in fueling the growth of breast cancers without the receptors, as well as numerous other cancers.

27 Sep 2024

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How viral persistence and immune dysfunction drive long COVID

Phase III trials indicate reversible cognitive side effects in brain metastases treatment

Extending survival in meningioma patients with innovative radiopharmaceutical therapy

Glutathione found to significantly reduce acetaldehyde levels and help relieve hangovers

Exploring the role of chemokines in atrial fibrillation development

Brusatol may serve as potential adjuvant therapy for pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma

Nurturing brain development in young children through shared reading

Health literacy gaps fuel unrealistic antibiotic expectations in primary care patients

Diet and gut dysbiosis linked to rheumatoid arthritis

New breath-based test for lower respiratory tract infections shows 100% sensitivity in critical care settings

From patient to physician: EJ Beck's medical journey at NYU Langone Health

UCLA Health researchers showcase advances in radiation oncology at ASTRO

Innovative genomic approach identifies rare Long QT syndrome carriers

University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center launches new journal on cancer education

Disruption of circadian clock linked to accelerated colorectal cancer progression

Study reveals gaps in anti-bullying and sexual harassment education in schools

Superabsorbent polymer beads linked to increasing cases of bowel obstruction in children

WHO announces recommended viral composition for 2025 influenza vaccines

Study shows how individual brain cells in the hippocampus respond to pronouns

Estrogen found to promote tumor growth in breast cancers without receptors

Advancing brain microphysiological systems (bMPS)

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