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Study reveals human gut plasmid with biomarker potential

Tue, 04/16/2024 - 09:50
A component of the human intestinal flora that has been little studied to date is the focus of a new study.

Melatonin shows promise in preventing obesity, study finds

Tue, 04/16/2024 - 09:26
Two international studies led by the University of Granada (UGR) have confirmed that melatonin helps prevent obesity.

Placental IGFBP1: A key factor in development of gestational diabetes

Tue, 04/16/2024 - 09:17
A new study led by the Harvard Pilgrim Health Care Institute has identified that a deficit in the placental expression of the gene insulin-like growth factor 1 (IGFBP1) and low IGFBP1 circulating levels are associated with insulin resistance during pregnancy, highlighting a potential risk factor for the development of gestational diabetes.

Pitt researchers uncover mechanisms behind uveal melanoma resistance

Tue, 04/16/2024 - 09:05
New research from the University of Pittsburgh explains why metastatic uveal melanoma is resistant to conventional immunotherapies and how adoptive therapy, which involves growing a patient's T cells outside the body before reinfusing them, can successfully treat this rare and aggressive cancer.

Research shows the importance of 'family' bonds in care homes

Tue, 04/16/2024 - 08:56
Care home residents receive much better care when they enjoy 'family' bonds with staff – but staff must be empowered to create these bonds, new research has found.

Natural diversity boosts mental wellbeing, research shows

Tue, 04/16/2024 - 08:47
New research from King's College London has found that spaces with a diverse range of natural features are associated with stronger improvements in our mental wellbeing compared to spaces with less natural diversity.

Study reveals clustering and stability of health behaviors in middle adulthood

Tue, 04/16/2024 - 08:38
According to a recent study, either healthier or unhealthier health behaviors cluster among individuals.

Teenage pressures and family dynamics influence internalized weight stigma

Tue, 04/16/2024 - 08:29
People who as teenagers felt pressure to lose weight from family or from the media, females, people who are not heterosexual, and people experiencing socioeconomic disadvantage, are most at risk of 'internalized' weight stigma, new research led by the University of Bristol has found.

Innovative testing protocol reduces the lengthy wait for IBD diagnosis

Tue, 04/16/2024 - 07:57
Patients with suspected inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) could benefit from better testing protocols that would reduce the need and lengthy wait for potentially unnecessary colonoscopies, a new study has found.

Is spousal cardiovascular disease associated with an increased risk for depression?

Tue, 04/16/2024 - 06:48
Whether the spouses of those affected are more likely to become depressed after such events.

China faces continuing fertility drop across all regions, new study finds

Tue, 04/16/2024 - 06:09
Temporal trends in total fertility rates and investigated the regional variations and differences in total fertility rates.

Research confirms no association between SARS-CoV-2 and childhood asthma diagnoses

Tue, 04/16/2024 - 04:05
Whether severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) infection influences children's asthma risk.

Environmental stressors linked to fetal brain development challenges

Mon, 04/15/2024 - 23:52
Review article in the journal Antioxidants explores the impact of environmental factors on fetal and neonatal brain development, emphasizing the role of inflammation and oxidative stress from maternal stressors.

Oregon study finds no clear link between mRNA vaccines and sudden cardiac deaths in young people

Mon, 04/15/2024 - 23:38
Study in Oregon finds no definitive link between mRNA COVID-19 vaccines and sudden cardiac deaths among residents aged 16-30, emphasizing vaccine safety amidst ongoing public health discussions.

New advances in heart failure treatment show promise in improving patient outcomes

Mon, 04/15/2024 - 23:19
A comprehensive review of heart failure management highlights significant advancements in treatment and diagnosis, emphasizing the integration of new medications and technologies to improve patient outcomes.

Balancing diets: study reveals plant protein's impact on nutrient levels in Americans

Mon, 04/15/2024 - 23:04
Study examines how increasing plant protein intake affects nutritional adequacy in Americans, revealing shifts in vitamin and mineral sufficiency across age groups as plant-based diets become more prevalent.

Study shows potential for universal flu vaccine with broad antibody response

Mon, 04/15/2024 - 20:52
Study discusses the potential of universal influenza vaccines, emphasizing the importance of antibody breadth and Fc receptor (FcR) effector functions in protecting against various influenza strains, including those with pandemic potential.

Roasted green tea boosts mental task performance, study finds

Mon, 04/15/2024 - 20:37
Study examines how the consumption of green tea and roasted green tea affects human responses during mental tasks, demonstrating that roasted green tea can enhance performance and reduce fatigue.

Ketamine's rapid impact on depression linked to immune system pathways

Mon, 04/15/2024 - 19:18
Study reveals ketamine's potent anti-inflammatory effects on neurological disorders, showing promise for treating major depressive disorder through modulation of neuroimmune pathways.

Early legume intake linked to better nutrition in toddlers

Mon, 04/15/2024 - 19:07
Study reveals that young children consuming legumes like beans and lentils exhibit improved diet quality, enhancing their nutritional intake significantly during the critical first two years of life.

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