Health
Staying Social May Delay Dementia Onset by Five Years: New Research
New research from Rush University Medical Center suggests that maintaining an active social life can significantly delay the onset of dementia. The study, published in Alzheimer’s & Dementia, found that older adults who frequently engaged in social activities, such as…
Power of metabolic modelling to generate personalized probiotics
Researchers at the University of Surrey have proposed a new approach to treating inflammatory diseases using personalized probiotic therapies, also known as precision medicine. The human gut microbiome, a complex ecosystem of bacteria, plays a crucial role in overall health.…
Enveric Biosciences Announces $5 Million Public Offering, Raising Questions About Market Impact
Enveric Biosciences (NASDAQ: ENVB), a biotechnology company specializing in neuroplastogenic therapeutics for anxiety, depression, and addiction disorders, has priced a $5 million public offering, a move that highlights both funding needs and potential shareholder dilution concerns. The offering consists of…
Unveiling the Genetic Secrets Behind Coffee’s Bitterness: Why It Tastes Different to Everyone
The age-old debate about why coffee tastes differently to different people has taken a fascinating turn thanks to groundbreaking research conducted at the Leibniz Institute for Food Systems Biology at the Technical University of Munich. The study not only sheds…
Natera Announces Breakthrough Results from Phase III Colorectal Cancer Trial
Natera (NASDAQ: NTRA) has announced successful results from the Phase III CALGB/SWOG 80702 clinical trial for colorectal cancer (CRC) treatment. The trial, involving approximately 1,000 patients, demonstrated that Signatera-positive patients treated with a combination of chemotherapy and celecoxib showed a 40% improvement in overall survival compared to those treated with…
Apellis Pharmaceuticals Strengthens Position in Rare Disease Treatment with $709 Million Revenue in 2024
Apellis Pharmaceuticals, a global biopharmaceutical leader, has closed 2024 with robust financial results, reporting $709 million in U.S. net product revenues. This impressive performance reflects the success of SYFOVRE®, its groundbreaking treatment for geographic atrophy (GA), which generated $611 million…
Genetic Surveillance: Revolutionizing Pathogen Tracking and Infectious Disease Monitoring
The global health landscape is on the brink of a transformative shift with the development of a cutting-edge method for identifying and tracking infectious disease variants in real time. This groundbreaking approach, blending genetic sequencing with advanced analytical tools, has…
Comprehensive Health Insurance in Armenia: Hopes, Challenges, and Hidden Risks
Armenia’s proposed comprehensive health insurance program aims to address critical gaps in the country’s healthcare system by ensuring equitable access to quality medical services. However, a detailed analysis of the draft legislation reveals structural challenges and risks that may undermine…
Norovirus Outbreak in the U.S.: Worst Surge in a Decade
Norovirus Outbreak in the U.S.: Addressing the Worst Surge in a Decade The United States is experiencing its most severe outbreak of norovirus in over a decade, prompting public health officials to issue heightened warnings and guidelines to combat its…
$DNA Cryptocurrency by Muhdo Health: Revolutionizing Personalized Healthcare
Muhdo Health’s $DNA cryptocurrency aims to transform healthcare by merging genetic data, artificial intelligence, and blockchain technology. The token empowers users to control their genetic data, receive personalized health recommendations, and monetize their data by sharing it for research under…
Short-Term Cognitive Boost From Exercise May Last for 24 Hours
A new study led by researchers from University College London (UCL) suggests that the short-term cognitive boost following exercise can last up to the next day. Published in the International Journal of Behavioral Nutrition and Physical Activity, the study observed…
How Stress Alters Memory and Unlocks Potential PTSD Treatments
Stress plays a pivotal role in shaping how the brain encodes and retrieves aversive memories, with profound implications for individuals with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). A groundbreaking study from The Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids) reveals how stress-induced memory generalization…
Hidden Fat Predicts Alzheimer’s 20 Years Before Symptoms
Researchers have identified a link between specific types of hidden body fat and the accumulation of abnormal proteins in the brain that signify Alzheimer’s disease. This association appears up to 20 years before the first signs of dementia, according to…
Prolonged Standing at Work May Harm Blood Pressure
A Finnish study from the University of Turku has revealed that prolonged standing at work negatively affects 24-hour blood pressure, potentially increasing the risk of cardiovascular issues. In contrast, more time spent sitting at work was associated with better blood…
Food Allergy Anxiety at 30,000 Feet
Flying with food allergies remains a daunting challenge for millions of individuals and families worldwide, as revealed in a new study from Northwestern University’s Center for Food Allergy and Asthma Research (CFAAR). Published in The Journal of Allergy and Clinical…