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Viral host jumps: Humans to animals transmission more common than previously thought

In a recent study published in Nature Ecology & Evolution, researchers harnessed publicly available viral genomic data, using a comprehensive suite of network and phylogenetic analyses to investigate the evolutionary…

Focusing on oncogenic driver mutations and resistance mechanisms in the treatment of NSCLC

June 30, 2024Medical News

Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer-related death worldwide. Improved understanding of driver mutations of non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) has led to more biomarker-directed treatment for patients with…

ABT199/venetoclax synergism with thiotepa enhances cytotoxicity of chemo drugs in AML cells

June 30, 2024Medical News

A new research paper was published in Oncotarget's Volume 15 on March 14, 2024, entitled, "ABT199/venetoclax synergism with thiotepa enhances the cytotoxicity of fludarabine, cladribine and busulfan in AML cells."…

Study reveals trigonelline as a therapeutic agent for mitochondrial dysfunction in aging

June 30, 2024Medical News

A recent study published in the journal Nature Metabolism reported that low levels of nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide (NAD+) and mitochondrial dysfunction observed in sarcopenia and during the aging of skeletal…

Emerging trends in wearable breath sensors aim at personalized healthcare solutions

June 30, 2024Medical News

In a recent study published in Communications Materials, scientists reviewed current research on using wearable breath sensors to monitor respiratory parameters such as temperature, airflow, and humidity, and to detect…

Urgent care needed for stroke survivors facing long-term depression

Researchers say more needs to be done for depressed stroke survivors as new findings show 60% of stroke survivors would experience depression within 18 years, a much higher estimation than…

ANU scientists uncover gene mutation driving psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis

Scientists from The Australian National University (ANU) have discovered a gene mutation is responsible for causing psoriasis – a chronic inflammatory skin disease that causes patients to develop red, scaly…

Study adds new evidence on the link between Type 2 diabetes and Alzheimer’s disease

June 30, 2024Medical News

New research conducted in mice offers insights into what's going on at the molecular level that could cause people with diabetes to develop Alzheimer's disease. The study adds to a…

Navigating the minefield of AI in healthcare: Balancing innovation with accuracy

In a recent 'Fast Facts' article published in the journal BMJ, researchers discuss recent advances in generative artificial intelligence (AI), the importance of the technology in the world today, and…

Top 7 Natural Homeopathic remedies for Treating Chilblains

June 30, 2024Patient Information

Top 7 Natural Homeopathic remedies for Treating Chilblains As the name suggests, chilblains are small, itchy swellings that appear on the skin due to exposure to cold or humid conditions…

COVID-19 survivors face increased psychiatric risks, spotlight on vaccination’s mental health benefits

In a recent study published in the journal Nature Human Behaviour, researchers assessed the long-term psychiatric effects and vaccination's role on mental health in coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) survivors using…

UQ researchers use new dosing technology to enhance ICU antibiotic treatment

University of Queensland researchers have used dosing software to accelerate the effects of antibiotics in patients being treated for sepsis in Intensive Care Units. Dosing software improved antibiotic exposures in…

Southern expansion of hemorrhagic fever virus in Sweden linked to bank voles

Researchers have discovered that bank voles in Skåne, southern Sweden, carry a virus that can cause hemorrhagic fever in humans. This finding was made more than 500 km south of…

Evaluating teacher effectiveness for students with and without disabilities

Research has often focused on how teachers and educators can best instruct and accommodate students with disabilities. However, are the methods used to teach students with disabilities effective and inclusive…

Sweeteners and sweetness enhancers show promise for weight control

New research being presented at this year's European Congress on Obesity (ECO) in Venice, Italy (12-15 May), suggests that replacing sugar-sweetened food and drinks with low/no energy sweetened products can…