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Monoclonal antibody Prasinezumab shows promise in slowing rapid Parkinson's progression

Fri, 04/19/2024 - 00:40
A recent study in Nature Medicine evaluated the efficacy of prasinezumab, a monoclonal antibody, in slowing the progression of motor symptoms in Parkinson’s disease patients with rapidly progressing forms, using phase II clinical trial data.

AI rivals humans in ophthalmology exams: GPT-4's impressive diagnostic skills showcased

Thu, 04/18/2024 - 23:59
Researchers compared the clinical knowledge of large language models (LLMs) like GPT-4 to human experts in ophthalmology, revealing that GPT-4 can match or surpass trainee doctors in diagnostic reasoning on standardized tests.

Study reveals key protein's role in balancing immune response to viral infections

Thu, 04/18/2024 - 23:54
Researchers have revealed the regulatory mechanism of a specific protein that plays a key role in balancing the immune response triggered by viral infections in mammal cells.

New insights to optimize telehealth for diabetes care

Thu, 04/18/2024 - 23:52
Grocery stores, airports and beaches aren't great places to have telehealth visits with your endocrinologist.

Animal study suggests early Western diet exposure linked to lasting memory issues

Thu, 04/18/2024 - 23:48
Researchers find that early exposure to a Western diet in rats leads to long-lasting impairments in hippocampus-dependent memory, mediated by disruptions in acetylcholine signaling.

Dietary treatments outperform medications for IBS management

Thu, 04/18/2024 - 23:43
Dietary treatment is more effective than medications in irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). These are the findings of a study conducted at the University of Gothenburg.

Aging affects immune response and virus dynamics in COVID-19 patients, study finds

Thu, 04/18/2024 - 23:35
A study examining 1031 hospitalized COVID-19 patients found that aging significantly impacts immune responses, viral dynamics, and the nasal microbiome, with older adults experiencing more severe disease symptoms and delayed viral clearance.

Rice University bioengineers receive $1.4M to combat osteoarthritis

Thu, 04/18/2024 - 23:34
Bioengineers at Rice University have been awarded $1.4 million as part of a multi-center consortium funded by the Advanced Research Projects Agency for Health (ARPA-H) to develop strategies for reversing the effects of osteoarthritis.

Research highlights urgent need to address cancer inequities in older adults

Thu, 04/18/2024 - 22:44
A systemic review of the current body of research shows that investigators have inadequately addressed the intersection of aging, health disparities, and cancer outcomes among older adults.

Boosted immunity: Study reveals longevity of COVID-19 booster shots

Thu, 04/18/2024 - 22:28
Thinking about getting a spring-time booster shot? A new study coming out of York University's Centre for Disease Modelling in the Faculty of Science shows that immunity after a COVID-19 booster lasts much longer than the primary series alone.

Study shows antipsychotic drugs increase health risks in dementia patients

Thu, 04/18/2024 - 21:02
Study found that antipsychotic drug use in dementia patients is linked to increased risks of stroke, heart failure, and other serious conditions.

Study pinpoints 95 locations in the genome associated with risk of developing PTSD

Thu, 04/18/2024 - 14:04
In posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), intrusive thoughts, changes in mood, and other symptoms after exposure to trauma can greatly impact a person's quality of life.

ChatGPT shows promise in polypharmacy management

Thu, 04/18/2024 - 14:00
Polypharmacy, or the concurrent use of five or more medications, is common in older adults and increases the risk of adverse drug interactions.

Discovery of new vascular cell type may pave way for novel strategies to treat cardiovascular diseases

Thu, 04/18/2024 - 13:46
Cardiovascular diseases, including stroke and myocardial infarction, are the world's leading causes of mortality, accounting for over 18 million deaths a year.

Optimize postprandial glycemic control with tailored exercise prescriptions

Thu, 04/18/2024 - 11:04
Researchers elucidate various exercise parameters influence post-meal glucose responses in healthy and diabetic individuals.

The role of yogurt in diabetes and obesity prevention

Thu, 04/18/2024 - 10:45
The role of yogurt as a nutritious food in preventing and managing diabetes and obesity.

Phase 2 trial reveals Lixisenatide may reduce motor disability in Parkinson’s patients

Thu, 04/18/2024 - 10:13
A trial of lixisenatide to assess its effects in early Parkinson’s disease.

New trials show promise for immune checkpoint blockers in early-stage lung cancer

Thu, 04/18/2024 - 08:23
A dendritic cell (DC) vaccine targeting patient-specific neoantigens to patients with resected non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC).

Exploring the benefits of blueberries: Studies link extract to reduced cognitive aging

Thu, 04/18/2024 - 07:09
Wild blueberry extracts (WBE) may improve cognitive performance.

Seasonal influenza triggers significant school closures, especially in southern states, study finds

Thu, 04/18/2024 - 06:41
Study examined closures of United States (US) schools due to 11 influenza seasons between 2011 and 2022.

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