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Monday, Dec 23

Migraine relief: New drug may start working right away

A drug recently approved to prevent migraine may start working right away, according to a study published in the December 23, 2024, online issue of Neurology. The study looked at the drug atogepant, which is a calcitonin ...

Dec 23, 2024

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Newly discovered mechanism reveals NAD's role in aging and disease

UiB researchers are behind a new discovery that tells us how associated neurodegenerative diseases might develop. At the center of this discovery stands a molecule called NAD, or nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide. The results ...

Dec 23, 2024

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Lithium shows promise in treating autism-related symptoms in mouse study

A discovery has highlighted lithium—a drug long used to treat bipolar disorder and depression—as a potential therapy for autism spectrum disorder (ASD). This research, conducted by a team at the Center for Synaptic Brain ...

Dec 23, 2024

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Clinical trial shows propranolol reduces tremors in Parkinson's disease

The standard medication levodopa does not always work against tremors in Parkinson's disease, especially in stressful situations. Propranolol, however, does work during stress, providing insight into the role of the stress ...

Dec 23, 2024

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Previously unknown protein interactions may lead to better HIV treatments

The human immune deficiency virus (HIV) first entered public consciousness in the early 1980s, after cases of unfamiliar and deadly illnesses began to overwhelm medical centers across North America.

Dec 23, 2024

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How does being born preterm affect long-term health?

Liggins Institute in Auckland-led research has found that adults who were born preterm showed no statistically significant differences in diabetes, prediabetes, or dyslipidemia and had fewer cardiovascular events compared ...

Dec 23, 2024 report

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Digital twin research finds colon cancer cells can be reverted to normal cells

Despite the development of numerous cancer treatment technologies, the common goal of current cancer therapies is to eliminate cancer cells. This approach, however, faces fundamental limitations, including cancer cells developing ...

Dec 23, 2024

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Tuesday, Dec 24

New lung scanning method can show treatment effects in real time

A new method of scanning lungs is able to show the effects of treatment on lung function in real time and enable experts to see the functioning of transplanted lungs.

Dec 24, 2024

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Walking pneumonia, the 'great masquerader,' on the rise in Washington

This year, in addition to more familiar respiratory viruses like influenza, RSV and SARS-CoV-2, local health experts are also warning about a particular type of pneumonia infection.

Dec 24, 2024

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Reprogramming cells for heart repair: New method transforms ordinary fibroblasts into mature cardiomyocytes

Cardiovascular disease continues to lead as the primary cause of death across the globe, taking millions of lives every year. Damage caused by these diseases is particularly difficult to repair, since the heart has minimal ...

Dec 24, 2024

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Engineered T cells could help patients overcome resistance to CAR T cell therapy

Physician-researchers with City of Hope have developed a way to add features to T cells to help them overcome mechanisms of chimeric antigen receptor (CAR) T cell therapy resistance. Their new system is outlined in a paper ...

Dec 24, 2024

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Engineering a smile: Stem cell–based conduits restore facial nerve function in animal study

A gesture as simple as a smile can often convey what words cannot. This is part of why nonverbal communication is so central to human interaction. It is also why facial nerve disorders and injuries can be devastating.

Dec 24, 2024

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Q&A: Why Finland is vaccinating farmers against bird flu—but California isn't—and more info about the spreading virus

Faced with the rapid spread of avian flu through California dairies, health officials are now doing weekly testing of every dairy farm in the state—expanding initial efforts amid new evidence that some infections are going ...

Dec 24, 2024

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Wearable tech takes on heart health: Exploring advancements in cardiovascular disease monitoring

Cardiovascular diseases remain a global health crisis, spurring an urgent demand for innovative diagnostic tools that enable early detection and effective treatment. Wearable heart sound devices represent a significant shift ...

Dec 24, 2024

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Wednesday, Dec 25

Novel biomarker catches aging cells in the act

Mayo Clinic researchers have identified interleukin-23 receptor (IL-23R) as a significant biomarker of cellular senescence and aging in both mice and humans. Experiments show that IL-23R levels in the bloodstream increase ...

Dec 25, 2024 report

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What the color of your snot says about your immune health

Ever wondered why the color of your snot is different when you're sick? You're probably not the first person to ask this question.

Dec 25, 2024

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The 'choking game' and other challenges amplified by social media can come with deadly consequences

The "choking game" has potentially deadly consequences, as players are challenged to temporarily strangle themselves by restricting oxygen to the brain. It sounds terrifying, but rough estimates suggest that about 10% of ...

Dec 25, 2024

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Eating red meat may increase your risk of type 2 diabetes—not a lot of people know that

Red meat has been a part of diets worldwide since early man. It is an excellent source of protein, vitamins (such as B vitamins) and minerals (such as iron and zinc).

Dec 25, 2024

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Why there is no such thing as normal in child development

For parents, caregivers and teachers, it's often tempting to base our thinking on a child's development around what we understand as "normal." Much of the time we do this without thinking, describing a child as "doing well" ...

Dec 25, 2024

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Are we moral blank slates at birth? A new study offers some clues

What does a baby know about right and wrong? A foundational finding in moral psychology suggested that even infants have a moral sense, preferring "helpers" over "hinderers" before uttering their first word. Now, nearly 20 ...

Dec 25, 2024

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Five ways to beat loneliness this winter

For some people, loneliness can feel overwhelming, especially during winter, but small steps toward connection can make a significant difference. Research shows that micro conversations with strangers can help improve well-being ...

Dec 25, 2024

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Thursday, Dec 26

Investigation uncovers poor quality of dental coverage under Medicare Advantage

Medicare Advantage—the privatized form of Medicare that offers benefits beyond traditional Medicare, such as dental insurance—is gaining in popularity, but a new analysis reveals that the quality of dental coverage offered ...

18 hours ago

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Food recall update: Сlass 1 alert issued for Costco eggs linked to salmonella

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has escalated the recall of certain eggs sold at Costco to its highest Class 1 alert level due to salmonella contamination risks.

18 hours ago

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Brief outpatient rehab program beneficial for post-COVID-19 condition

A brief outpatient rehabilitation program with a cognitive and behavioral approach is effective and safe for patients with post-COVID-19 condition (PCC), according to a study published online Dec. 19 in JAMA Network Open.

17 hours ago

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Beyond birth statistics: Why measuring cesarean rates misses the mark

The Canadian Institute for Health Information (CIHI) has updated its interactive tool, "Your Health System," which reviews health-care data across all provinces and makes recommendations for the delivery of services, such ...

17 hours ago

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Northwest naturals pet food linked to bird flu in cat, issues recall

A batch of pet food has been voluntarily recalled nationwide after a cat in Oregon died of bird flu, an illness state officials linked to contaminated food.

17 hours ago

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COVID-19 infection not linked to changes in MS symptom severity

COVID-19 infection is not associated with immediate changes in multiple sclerosis (MS) symptom severity or disability, according to a study published online Dec. 23 in Neurology.

17 hours ago

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Prevalence of post-COVID-19 condition in adults 8.4 percent in 2023

The prevalence of post-COVID-19 condition (PCC) was 8.4 percent among U.S. adults in 2023, according to a research letter published online Dec. 13 in JAMA Network Open.

18 hours ago

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