Medical study
Blood test found to detect lung cancer with nearly 93% accuracy for average cost of $60 - study
The test involves using a dedicated chip and fluorescence analysis, in which fragments of cell-free DNA in the blood are examined for distinct methylation patterns.
Definium's LSD-based drug lowers anxiety in second successful late-stage study
Brain drain: Israel’s medical exodus grows as nearly 1,400 doctors leave inside three years
New study reveals: How do you maintain weight loss even after stopping a diet?
NeuroSense’s ALS drug PrimeC shows success in phase 2b, eyes final trial
PrimeC has been given an ‘Orphan Drug’ status by the FDA (Food and Drug Administration) and EMA (European Medicines Agency).
Study finds brake dust more harmful to lungs than diesel exhaust
Researchers found that brake-wear particulate matter has a greater detrimental effect on lung cells than diesel exhaust particles.
TAU makes breakthrough in drug delivery to treat inflammatory bowel disease
To present the pioneering concept, Peer and his team encoded the anti-inflammatory protein interleukin-10 into mRNA and delivered it to animal models with Crohn's disease.
Study of 2 million patients maps benefits and risks of new weight-loss drugs
GLP-1 medications associated with lower risks of Alzheimer's and heart disease, but higher risks of pancreatitis and kidney problems.
Alzheimer's progression covertly linked to Herpes Simplex virus, study finds
The possibility that Alzheimer’s disease diagnosis is associated with viruses, bacteria, fungi, and parasites has been postulated over the past three decades.
Drinking three cups of green tea daily may reduce dementia risk, study finds
The scientists concluded that the antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties of green tea might protect blood vessels and promote brain health.
1.5 billion people at risk: New tablet promises to battle parasitic worms with greater efficacy
The current control strategy relies on regular deworming with albendazole and improvements in water, sanitation, and hygiene.
Woman's 45-Minute gym sauna workout becomes medical case study
Doctors warn: Saunas may cause life-threatening heat stroke without proper hydration.
Study of 25,000 people finds coffee lowers head and neck cancer risk
Studies indicate a 41% reduction in head and neck cancer risk associated with drinking three to four cups of coffee daily.
New study reveals dark microglia's role in Alzheimer's disease, paving way for treatments
Blocking stress response in microglia reverses Alzheimer's symptoms in mice, researchers report.