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New drug tirzepatide significantly improves sleep apnea and weight loss

Wed, 06/26/2024 - 04:14
The effects of tirzepatide on adults with obesity and moderate-to-severe obstructive sleep apnea.

Liquid core fibers offer long-term drug delivery in medical textiles

Wed, 06/26/2024 - 02:47
Treating a wound or an inflammation directly where it occurs has clear advantages: The active ingredient reaches its target immediately, and there are no negative side effects on uninvolved parts of the body.

Dietary fiber promotes beneficial conversion of tryptophan by gut bacteria

Wed, 06/26/2024 - 02:34
We get healthy dietary fibres from consuming fruits, vegetables, and whole grains. But why are the fibres so good for us? A team of researchers has discovered that dietary fibres play a crucial role in determining the balance between the production of healthy and harmful substances by influencing the behavior of bacteria in the colon.

Researchers to investigate the link between breastfeeding and lower breast cancer risk

Wed, 06/26/2024 - 02:16
Researchers will investigate the relationship between breastfeeding and breast cancer, thanks to new funding from Breast Cancer Now.

Study links increased singlehood satisfaction with evolving attitudes

Wed, 06/26/2024 - 02:12
Young people aged 14 to 20 years are nowadays more satisfied with being single than their counterparts ten years ago. This is the conclusion of a study undertaken by the Institute of Psychology at Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz (JGU).

Nonhuman primate model reveals early-stage Alzheimer’s disease progression

Wed, 06/26/2024 - 02:12
Research in nonhuman primates is opening the possibility of testing treatments for the early stages of Alzheimer’s and similar diseases, before extensive brain cell death and dementia set in.

Study offers insights into gut microbiome diversity and type 2 diabetes risk

Wed, 06/26/2024 - 02:10
Brigham, Broad and Harvard Chan School researchers found that specific species and strains of bacteria were linked to changes in the functioning of the gut microbiome and a person's risk of type 2 diabetes.

“G900” gene enhancers may play a pivotal role in asthma-associated inflammation

Wed, 06/26/2024 - 02:04
Type-2 helper T (Th2) cells play intricate roles in the inflammatory response underlying asthma. Elevated levels of the protein GATA3 stimulate the maturation of these cells. Consequently, gene regions known as enhancers, which enhance the expression of the GATA3 gene, have been implicated in asthma-associated inflammation.

Research finds increased cancer risk in diabetic adults aged 40-54 years

Wed, 06/26/2024 - 01:57
Diabetes significantly increases the risk of cancer, particularly in people aged 40-54 years, new research shows.

Empathy intensifies negative health effects of conflict for kids

Wed, 06/26/2024 - 01:48
Children who report being more empathetic are more likely to show signs of poorer health in the face of more interparental conflict than less empathetic children, according to a new study led by researchers in the Penn State College of Health and Human Development.

Hospital-based donor care linked to longer lung transplant survival rates

Wed, 06/26/2024 - 01:41
A new study by Penn researchers examined, for the first time, the differences in lung transplant graft outcomes from organs recovered from the two types of deceased organ donor care facilities operating in the United States. The research, published today in JAMA Network Open, offers insights that could improve the organ donation and transplantation process for patients across the nation.

Mouse models inform potential treatments for Fragile X, Phelan-McDermid syndromes

Wed, 06/26/2024 - 01:14
Studies of mouse models of Fragile X syndrome and Phelan-McDermid syndrome show that treatment with cannabidiol (CBD) and the diabetes drug metformin can alleviate behavioral difficulties, according to research presented today (Wednesday) at the Federation of European Neuroscience Societies (FENS) Forum 2024.

Brain responds differently to AI vs. human speech

Wed, 06/26/2024 - 01:02
People are not very good at distinguishing between human voices and voices generated by artificial intelligence (AI), but our brains do respond differently to human and AI voices, according to research presented today (Tuesday) at the Federation of European Neuroscience Societies (FENS) Forum 2024.

Semaglutide reduces heart risks in overweight and obese individuals without diabetes

Wed, 06/26/2024 - 00:48
The SELECT trial found that semaglutide significantly reduces cardiovascular events in individuals with overweight or obesity and preexisting cardiovascular disease, regardless of baseline HbA1c or changes in HbA1c levels.

Extended-release ketamine tablets offer new hope for treatment-resistant depression

Wed, 06/26/2024 - 00:17
The BEDROC trial found that extended-release ketamine tablets (R-107) significantly improve depressive symptoms in treatment-resistant depression patients, with the 180 mg dose showing the most efficacy. The treatment was well-tolerated with minimal side effects.

Semaglutide proves a game-changer for kidney and heart health in diabetes patients

Tue, 06/25/2024 - 23:54
The FLOW trial demonstrated that semaglutide significantly improves kidney and cardiovascular outcomes in people with chronic kidney disease and type 2 diabetes, irrespective of SGLT2 inhibitor use.

AI transforming cardiovascular care with groundbreaking diagnostic and prognostic innovations

Tue, 06/25/2024 - 23:35
AI tools are revolutionizing cardiovascular healthcare by enhancing diagnostics, prognostics, and biomarker detection, thus improving the precision and efficacy of care. The review also addresses the potential risks and challenges in integrating AI into clinical workflows.

Study reveals novel therapeutic approach for excessive alcohol use

Tue, 06/25/2024 - 22:38
In a significant finding, researchers from The Jackson Laboratory (JAX) and UConn Health have discovered that sodium valerate, a short-chain fatty acid produced by gut microbes, can dramatically reduce binge drinking behavior and blood ethanol concentration in mice.

Comparative study on preventative SMA therapies shows mixed outcomes

Tue, 06/25/2024 - 22:29
In a first-of-its-kind study, researchers compared the efficacy of preventative therapy for spinal muscular atrophy (SMA) between two well-matched study groups, using either gene therapy (onasemnogene abeparvovec) alone or in combination with risdiplam (oral medication) or nusinersen (intrathecal injection) administered before apparent signs of disease emerged.

Breakthrough biomarker predicts recurrence risk in clear cell renal cancer

Tue, 06/25/2024 - 22:18
Researchers from the University of Michigan Health Rogel Cancer Center have discovered a biomarker that could help identify which renal cancer patients have a higher risk of recurrence.

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