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Novel gene responsible for some inherited retinal diseases identified

Scientists at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and their colleagues have identified a gene responsible for some inherited retinal diseases (IRDs), which are a group of disorders that damage the eye's light-sensing retina and threatens vision.

26 Sep 2024

New genetic mutation may cause a form of early-onset Parkinsonism

A team of scientists led by Prof. Patrik Verstreken (VIB-KU Leuven) has identified a new genetic mutation that may cause a form of early-onset Parkinsonism.

26 Sep 2024

Study offers new insight into the link between oral microbiome and head and neck cancers

More than a dozen bacterial species among the hundreds that live in people's mouths have been linked to a collective 50% increased chance of developing head and neck squamous cell carcinoma (HNSCC), a new study shows.

26 Sep 2024

Study reveals positive correlation between type 2 immunity and long-term cancer remission

Results from a preclinical study in mice, led by EPFL, and a collaborative clinical study in patients show that the type 2 immune response – associated with parasitic infection and thought to play a negative role in cancer immunity – is positively correlated with long-term cancer remission.

26 Sep 2024

Purine metabolism disruptions highlighted as crucial in Parkinson’s disease development

Parkinson's disease (PD), the second most common neurodegenerative disorder globally, has long baffled scientists with its progressive nature and debilitating effects on motor function.

26 Sep 2024

Unmedicated mental health conditions linked to lower COVID-19 vaccination rates

Vaccination coverage for COVID-19 is high in both people with and without mental illness, according to a large multinational study led by researchers at Karolinska Institutet and published in Nature Communications.

26 Sep 2024

Carotenoid phytoene shows potential in slowing Alzheimer’s plaque formation and increasing lifespan

Researchers from the Colour and Food Quality group at the Faculty of Pharmacy (University of Seville), in collaboration with Dr. Marina Ezcurra's group at the University of Kent (UK), have shown that the carotenoid phytoene increases the lifespan of the nematode Caenorhabditis elegans and can slow the onset of paralysis associated with the formation of amyloid plaques in a model of Alzheimer's disease.

26 Sep 2024

Study highlights gender differences in genetic risk for psychotic disorders

A team of researchers from the University of Barcelona and the Centre for Biomedical Research in the Mental Health Network (CIBERSAM) has published a pioneering study that reveals significant findings in the field of genetic psychiatry from the perspective of separate gender analysis.

26 Sep 2024

Extreme temperature-related deaths expected to soar in the U.S. without stronger climate action

Study projects a sharp increase in extreme temperature-related deaths in the U.S. by 2065, with older adults and minority populations facing the highest risk. Rising GHG emissions are identified as a key factor driving this trend.

26 Sep 2024

Innovative CAR-T cells effectively target glioblastoma with reduced toxicity

Glioblastoma is the most common and most aggressive primary brain tumor, with an average survival after diagnosis of less than two years, and against which current treatments remain ineffective.

26 Sep 2024

Brief behavioral intervention reduces intrusive memories of trauma in healthcare workers post-COVID-19

Researchers examine whether a cognitive task can reduce intrusive memories in healthcare workers exposed to traumatic experiences during the pandemic.

26 Sep 2024

Maternal obesity doubles the risk of developing autism in children

Researchers investigate the potential relationship between maternal fat mass and long-term mental health issues in children born to these mothers.

26 Sep 2024

Weekend warrior exercise linked with lower risk of developing 264 diseases

Busy with work and other obligations, some people concentrate their moderate-to-vigorous exercise in one or two days of the week or weekend.

26 Sep 2024

New discovery could lead to improved treatments for age- and cancer-related muscle degeneration

With the global population aging rapidly, sarcopenia, a condition that affects millions of older adults and severely diminishes their quality of life, is emerging as an urgent public health issue.

26 Sep 2024

Nursing aides plagued by PTSD after ‘nightmare’ covid conditions, with little help

One evening in May, nursing assistant Debra Ragoonanan's vision blurred during her shift at a state-run Massachusetts veterans home.

26 Sep 2024

Targeted drug therapy shows promise for ulcerative colitis remission

An international placebo-controlled study led by Cedars-Sinai suggests that a targeted drug therapy that was developed by researchers at Cedars-Sinai is safe and effective at helping people with moderate to severe ulcerative colitis reach clinical remission.

26 Sep 2024

Understanding the role of TIPS in improving renal function amid cirrhosis

Cirrhosis is one of the leading causes of mortality from non-communicable diseases, with complications arising as liver function deteriorates.

26 Sep 2024

Targeting tumor immunity with transferrin receptor-directed photodynamic therapy

This new article publication from Acta Pharmaceutica Sinica B, discusses a transferrin receptor-targeted immunostimulant for photodynamic immunotherapy against metastatic tumors through β-catenin/CREB interruption.

26 Sep 2024

Childhood obesity: How the first 2,000 days hold the key to lifelong health

Researchers reveal that early life factors, especially within the first 2,000 days, play a critical role in shaping future obesity risk. Addressing these factors with integrated interventions could combat the global childhood obesity crisis.

26 Sep 2024

Noninvasive imaging reveals impact of diet on cardiovascular health

The dynamics of blood nutrient and lipid levels after consuming a high-fat meal are crucial indicators of both current and future cardiovascular health. Traditionally, measuring these circulating substances has involved invasive blood draws, which are not feasible for regular health tracking.

26 Sep 2024

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Novel gene responsible for some inherited retinal diseases identified

New genetic mutation may cause a form of early-onset Parkinsonism

Study offers new insight into the link between oral microbiome and head and neck cancers

Study reveals positive correlation between type 2 immunity and long-term cancer remission

Purine metabolism disruptions highlighted as crucial in Parkinson’s disease development

Unmedicated mental health conditions linked to lower COVID-19 vaccination rates

Carotenoid phytoene shows potential in slowing Alzheimer’s plaque formation and increasing lifespan

Study highlights gender differences in genetic risk for psychotic disorders

Extreme temperature-related deaths expected to soar in the U.S. without stronger climate action

Innovative CAR-T cells effectively target glioblastoma with reduced toxicity

Brief behavioral intervention reduces intrusive memories of trauma in healthcare workers post-COVID-19

Maternal obesity doubles the risk of developing autism in children

Weekend warrior exercise linked with lower risk of developing 264 diseases

New discovery could lead to improved treatments for age- and cancer-related muscle degeneration

Nursing aides plagued by PTSD after ‘nightmare’ covid conditions, with little help

Targeted drug therapy shows promise for ulcerative colitis remission

Understanding the role of TIPS in improving renal function amid cirrhosis

Targeting tumor immunity with transferrin receptor-directed photodynamic therapy

Childhood obesity: How the first 2,000 days hold the key to lifelong health

Noninvasive imaging reveals impact of diet on cardiovascular health

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