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New study supports expanded access to Hpv testing via self-collection

In 2019, more than 12,000 new cases of cervical cancer were diagnosed and upwards of 4,000 patients died in the U.S. The causal link between human papillomavirus (HPV) infection and the development of cervical cancer is well documented.…

New hope for solid tumors with enhanced CAR-T cells

A promising therapy that treats blood cancers by harnessing the power of the immune system to target and destroy cancer cells could now treat solid tumors more efficiently. Thanks to a recent study published in Molecular Therapy – Methods …

Gene mutation explains heart defects in children

A new groundbreaking study sheds light on a medical question scientists have long wondered: why do 40 per cent of children with the rare neurodevelopmental disorder KBG syndrome have heart defects? The research now points to a critical…

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New HIV test targets neglected strains in global cure hunt

A multinational team led by Weill Cornell Medicine investigators developed a test that will help measure the persistence of HIV in people affected by viral strains found predominantly in Africa-;a vital tool in the search for an HIV cure…

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Pandemic stress leads to surge in ADHD diagnoses and medication use in Finland

Study reveals a significant rise in ADHD diagnoses and medication use in Finland during the COVID-19 pandemic, highlighting the pandemic's impact on mental health recognition, especially among young women and older adults.

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High-impact exercise boosts bone density without harming knee health in postmenopausal women

Study demonstrates that six months of high-impact unilateral exercise significantly improves femoral neck bone density in postmenopausal women without negatively affecting knee osteoarthritis progression.

RNA splicing modulation as a precision approach for neuroendocrine cancer treatment

Neuroendocrine tumors, including small cell lung cancer and neuroendocrine prostate cancer, are very aggressive with high chances of spreading.

Low-dose aspirin shows promise in treating flu-related vascular inflammation during pregnancy

A world-first study has found low-dose aspirin may treat flu-induced blood vessel inflammation, creating better blood flow to the placenta during pregnancy.

AI uncovers potential cancer drivers hidden in 'junk' regions of DNA

Using artificial intelligence, Garvan Institute researchers have found potential cancer drivers hidden in so-called 'junk' regions of DNA, opening up possibilities for a new approach to diagnosis and treatment.

Novel mathematical approach reveals shared gene programs in anti-tumor CD8+ T cells

We set out to identify genes that are commonly expressed in CD8+ T cells, killer immune cells that can drive anti-tumor immunity, across many types of human cancers.

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Innovative HIV vaccine approaches yield potential for broad protection against viral strains

A major challenge in developing a vaccine for HIV is that the virus mutates fast-;very fast. Although a person initially becomes infected with one or a few HIV strains, the virus replicates and mutates quickly, resulting in a "swarm" of…

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Mediterranean diet linked to enhanced longevity, reduced cardiovascular mortality in cancer survivors

The Mediterranean Diet is a powerful ally for health even after a cancer diagnosis. This is the key result of an Italian study carried out as part of the UMBERTO Project, conducted by the Joint Research Platform Umberto Veronesi Foundation…

People of color and white women underrepresented in clinical trials due to systematic biases

Randomized controlled trials, or RCTs, are believed to be the best way to study the safety and efficacy of new treatments in clinical research.

Study links vegetable protein to delayed puberty through gut microbiome changes

A large Chinese study found that high vegetable protein intake is linked to later puberty timing and beneficial gut microbiome changes in children, while high animal protein intake is associated with earlier puberty. The gut microbiome…

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Study finds lower rates of breast reconstruction among American Indian/Alaska Native women

American Indian/Alaska Native (AI/AN) women with breast cancer have consistently lower rates of breast reconstruction after mastectomy compared to non-Hispanic White women, reports a paper in the July issue of Plastic and Reconstructive…

Study reveals refined carbs heighten inflammation and cardiovascular risk

A study in Nutrients journal finds that both the quantity and quality of carbohydrates impact inflammation and cardiovascular disease (CVD) risk. Higher refined carbohydrate intake is linked to greater inflammation and CVD, emphasizing the…

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Presented results suggest eating primarily minimally processed foods does not make for a healthy diet

A new study demonstrates that eating primarily minimally processed foods, as they are defined by the NOVA classification system, does not automatically make for a healthy diet, suggesting that the types of foods we eat may matter more than…

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NIH scientists uncover brain circuitry behind face detection in primates

Scientists at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) have uncovered a brain circuit in primates that rapidly detects faces.

Research paves the way for tailored diets based on individual responses to macronutrients

When it comes to managing blood sugar levels, most people think about counting carbs. But new research from the University of British Columbia shows that, for some, it may be just as important to consider the proteins and fats in their…

Algorithm assists doctors in identifying highly aggressive form of basal cell carcinoma of the face

An algorithm can help healthcare professionals recognize which patients have a highly aggressive form of basal cell carcinoma (BCC) of the face.

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Study hints at a promising approach for treating wet age-related macular degeneration

A new study in mice hints at the promise of an eventual alternative treatment option for the "wet" version of age-related macular degeneration (AMD).

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Cellular Origins acquires Actia Platform IP to enhance automated cell therapy manufacturing

Cellular Origins, a TTP Company, focused on enabling scalable, cost-effective, and efficient manufacture of cell and gene therapies (CGTs), today announced the acquisition of the ACTIA (Autologous Cell Therapy Industrial Automation)…

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Living well is the best medicine: Study links healthy habits to lower mortality in hypertensive individuals

Researchers found that higher cardiovascular health scores, defined by Life’s Essential 8 (LE8), are associated with lower mortality risks in hypertensive individuals. Comprehensive lifestyle modifications could significantly benefit those…

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No organ is an island: Genetic study shows unique but interconnected aging markers

Researchers analyzed genetic underpinnings of biological age gaps in nine organ systems using a large dataset from the U.K. Biobank, revealing organ-specific yet interconnected genetic architectures. Their findings may aid in understanding…

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Taxing broad-spectrum antibiotics could be a strategy to combat antibiotic resistance

Taxing certain antibiotics could help efforts to tackle the escalating threat of antibiotic resistance in humans, according to a new study by the University of East Anglia's Centre for Competition Policy, Loughborough University and E.CA…

Youth and midlife diet quality linked to better brain health in later years

Eating a high-quality diet in youth and middle age could help keep your brain functioning well in your senior years, according to new preliminary findings from a study that used data collected from over 3,000 people followed for nearly…

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New light-activated method targets cancer and inflammatory cells with precision

A new method of precisely targeting troublesome cells for death using light could unlock new understanding of and treatments for cancer and inflammatory diseases, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign researchers report.

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Exposure to second-hand smoke raises breast cancer risk in non-smokers by 24%, study reveals

Exposure to second-hand smoke increases the risk of breast cancer by 24% in non-smoking women, highlighting the urgent need for smoke-free environments.

NIH launches Phase 1 trial for innovative nasal COVID-19 vaccine

A Phase 1 trial testing the safety of an experimental nasal vaccine that may provide enhanced breadth of protection against emerging variants of SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19, is now enrolling healthy adults at three sites in…

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Medically tailored meals show promise for reducing healthcare costs

According to new research looking at every U.S. state, programs that deliver medically tailored meals (MTMs) to people with diet-sensitive conditions such as diabetes and heart disease along with limitations in the ability to perform daily…