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Study discovers tool that help to improve liquid biopsy
Updated : 2 years, 8 months ago IST
A team of researchers led by Xianghong Jasmine Zhou, PhD, professor of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine at UCLA's David Geffen School of Medicine, has made significant progress in addressing one of the primary obstacles in cell-free DNA (cfDNA) testing, popularly known as liquid biopsy.
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Study shows engineered method for removing protein clumps from cells
Updated : 2 years, 8 months ago IST
Protein aggregates build up with age and have been linked to neurological illnesses such as Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, and Huntington's disease. A recent work from the Gothenburg University Nystrom lab, in conjunction with the Max Planck Institute for Biology of Ageing in Germany, offers a no
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Higher oral semaglutide dosage helps in weight loss, blood sugar regulatio
Updated : 2 years, 8 months ago IST
Diabetes is a chronic disease that makes controlling blood sugar levels challenging. For many individuals, the problem gets worse with time, making blood sugar management more challenging. Semaglutide is one example of GLP-1 receptor agonist that has provided patients with better control ove
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High BMI raises risk of numerous rheumatic diseases: Research
Updated : 2 years, 8 months ago IST
A higher BMI raises the risk of five major rheumatic disorders, according to a recent Uppsala University study: rheumatism, osteoarthritis, gout, psoriatic arthritis, and inflammatory spondylitis.
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Prevalence of metabolically related fatty liver disease is rising: Study
Updated : 2 years, 8 months ago IST
According to a study presented at the Endocrine Society's annual meeting in Chicago, the percentage of adults suffering from metabolic-associated fatty liver disease (MAFLD), the leading cause of liver disease worldwide, is increasing.
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Research reveals perception of pain in people with Alzheimer's Disease
Updated : 2 years, 8 months ago IST
According to a recent study from King's College London's Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology, and Neuroscience (IoPPN), the processing of pain signals differs in a mouse model of Alzheimer's disease (AD) compared to healthy mice.
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Study reveals how hormone therapy may cause heartburn, chest pain
Updated : 2 years, 8 months ago IST
or years, scientists have debated whether hormone therapy (HT) is linked to an increased risk of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). A recent comprehensive study and meta-analysis attempt to settle the controversy, revealing a strong correlation between HT use in the past and GERD.
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Big plan laid out to eliminate Sickle Cell Disease under PM Modi's leaders
Updated : 2 years, 8 months ago IST
Union Health Minister Mansukh Mandaviya on Saturday said that under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, a big plan has been laid out to eliminate Sickle Cell Disease (SCD).
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Lean muscle mass increases resistance to Alzheimer's disease: Study
Updated : 2 years, 8 months ago IST
Researchers discovered that having a lot of lean muscle may prevent Alzheimer's. The underlying molecular mechanisms, as well as the consequences for clinical and public health, still require further study.
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Better regulatory mechanism and patient registry; a must for rare disease
Updated : 2 years, 8 months ago IST
New Delhi [India], July 1: The experts at the Rare Disease Summit emphasised the need for patient registry for accessible treatment opportunities for rare disease patients while deliberating on the various aspects of rare disease management in the country. The summit was organized by the hea
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Loneliness linked with risk of heart disease in diabetic patients
Updated : 2 years, 8 months ago IST
Researchers have found that among people with diabetes, loneliness poses a larger risk for heart disease than diet, exercise, smoking, and depression.
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Mansukh Mandaviya reviews preparedness of states, UTs for prevention and c
Updated : 2 years, 8 months ago IST
Underscoring the importance of advance preparedness and joint efforts, the Union Health Minister stated, "We effectively reduce the disease burden with proactive preparation anticipating the health requirements and making adequate provisions for them ahead of time."
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