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Annual COVID-19 vaccine proves to be a wise investment for personal health and pocketbook

Thu, 04/11/2024 - 01:50
Study finds that receiving an annual COVID-19 vaccine is clinically and economically beneficial for individuals, regardless of insurance status, offering savings by reducing the likelihood of infection and its associated costs.

Researchers call for a revamped fungal priority list to combat regional disease burdens

Thu, 04/11/2024 - 01:35
Study critiques the World Health Organization's fungal priority pathogens list for not fully reflecting the global burden of fungal diseases, advocating for a revised list that considers regional disparities and elevates the priority of pathogens like Mucorales and Histoplasma spp. to better align with their impact on public health.

Gut bacteria play a pivotal role in obesity's impact on body fat metabolism

Thu, 04/11/2024 - 01:18
Review explores the complex interplay between gut microbiota dysregulation in obesity and its impacts on white and brown adipose tissue metabolism, focusing on direct and indirect effects on mitochondria, highlighting potential avenues for obesity treatment through microbiota-focused strategies.

Study shows daily glucose levels fluctuate more than we thought, challenging diabetes diagnosis

Thu, 04/11/2024 - 00:53
Study reveals significant fasting glucose variability in nondiabetic adults using continuous glucose monitoring, challenging current diabetes diagnosis criteria and emphasizing the need for multiple measurements to reduce misclassification.

Pain reliever use in pregnancy shows no link to child neurodevelopmental disorders, study finds

Thu, 04/11/2024 - 00:34
Extensive study explores acetaminophen use during pregnancy, analyzing its potential association with intellectual disability, ADHD, and autism in children, and ultimately finding no link when considering sibling analyses to control for unmeasured confounding factors.

Tumor microbiomes offer new insights for enhancing cancer therapies

Thu, 04/11/2024 - 00:03
Comprehensive review reveals the significant impact of tumor-resident bacteria on metastatic cancer, showing how microbiome genomes influence tumor biology, immune system response, and treatment effectiveness. It lays the groundwork for utilizing bacteria-focused therapies to complement traditional cancer treatments.

Older adults' social patterns shift post-pandemic, study finds

Wed, 04/10/2024 - 23:55
Years after the U.S. began to slowly emerge from mandatory COVID-19 lockdowns, more than half of older adults still spend more time at home and less time socializing in public spaces than they did pre-pandemic, according to new University of Colorado Boulder research.

Rethinking the germ theory: A balanced take on microbes and disease outcomes

Wed, 04/10/2024 - 23:51
Review explores the complexities of infectious disease outcomes through a balanced perspective, emphasizing the interplay between pathogenic microbes and host conditions, challenging the traditional germ-disease theory by proposing a more integrated view that considers both pathogen virulence and host immunity's impact on disease manifestation.

Study shows GHRH antagonist's role in AML drug resistance

Wed, 04/10/2024 - 23:50
A new research paper was published in Oncotarget's Volume 15 on April 8, 2024, entitled, "Exploring the role of GHRH antagonist MIA-602 in overcoming Doxorubicin-resistance in acute myeloid leukemia."

Researchers create novel drug that can prevent flu-induced lung injury

Wed, 04/10/2024 - 23:18
Infection with the influenza virus leads to lung injury through inflammation over-activation that causes collateral damage to cells required for breathing.

Screening for alcohol use disorder gets a diagnostic accuracy check-up

Wed, 04/10/2024 - 23:10
Study systematically reviews the effectiveness of various screening tools for alcohol use disorder (AUD) according to the DSM-5 criteria, highlighting the need for precise and reliable methods to identify individuals at risk across different demographics, including pregnant women and different age groups.

Study unlocks how cortisone activates the body’s natural “brakes” on inflammation

Wed, 04/10/2024 - 23:00
Cortisone and other related glucocorticoids are extremely effective at curbing excessive immune reactions.

Human-wildlife interface: Starling movements linked to E. coli carriage

Wed, 04/10/2024 - 22:54
Research unveils how spotless starlings' movements, monitored via GPS, relate to the carriage and potential spread of Escherichia coli (E. coli), emphasizing the significant role of bird movement patterns in transmitting pathogens across different environments.

Newly discovered genetic variant reduces the odds of developing Alzheimer's disease

Wed, 04/10/2024 - 22:51
Columbia researchers have discovered a genetic variant that reduces the odds of developing Alzheimer's disease by up to 70% and may be protecting thousands of people in the United States from the disease.

New sleep-enhancing nutraceutical blend falls short in clinical trial

Wed, 04/10/2024 - 20:50
Study investigates the impact of a unique nutraceutical blend, combining L-theanine with valerian, saffron, and lemon balm extracts, on improving sleep quality, finding no significant difference compared to a placebo in individuals experiencing poor sleep.

Unraveling the complex web of rectal infections and the microbiome in MSM

Wed, 04/10/2024 - 20:41
Study delves into the relationships between various sexually transmitted infections, including Neisseria gonorrhoeae, Chlamydia trachomatis, Torquetenovirus, and high-risk HPV, and their effects on the anorectal microbiome among men who have sex with men (MSM), unveiling complex interactions that may influence infection outcomes and treatment strategies.

Three early-phase clinical studies show promising initial data for patients with lymphoma, gastric cancers

Wed, 04/10/2024 - 13:10
Three early-phase clinical studies presented by researchers from The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center at the American Association for Cancer Research (AACR) Annual Meeting 2024 show promising initial data for patients with lymphoma, gastric or gastroesophageal junction cancers, and specific molecularly selected tumors.

Deciphering cancer plasticity:Insights from MSK research

Wed, 04/10/2024 - 12:28
About 90% of deaths from cancer are a result of metastasis -; that is, from cancer's ability to spread from an initial primary tumor to seed new tumors throughout the body, often in the lungs, liver, and brain.

SciY launches new BioDrive tool and registration module for enhanced data management and collaboration in molecular biology research

Wed, 04/10/2024 - 04:21
The new Arxspan BioDrive is a tool for molecular biology that provides cross-functional research teams with a single, integrated data management platform.

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