Using technology created by a researcher at UTHealth Houston, a new study shows that the presence of a misfolded alpha-synuclein protein can be used to identify persons with Parkinson's disease. The discovery of this biomarker may lead to the creation of more accurate diagnostic equipment an
An electrochemical sensor that can identify Parkinson's disease at various stages has been created by researchers at the Federal University of So Carlos (UFSCar) and the University of Campinas (UNICAMP) in Brazil. The gadget was created using a standard 3D printer and shown early disease det
New knowledge about mitochondrial DNA (mtDNA) mutations has been obtained through the use of a high-throughput single-cell, single-mitochondrial genome sequencing technique known as iMiGseq. This technology also provides a platform for evaluating mtDNA editing techniques and genetically diag
The body's immune system is under attack by the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV). It may result in autoimmune deficiency syndrome if untreated (AIDS).
At the European Conference of Clinical Microbiology & Infectious Diseases (ECCMID) this year in Copenhagen, Denmark, data on a test that may detect HIV, hepatitis B, and hepatitis C from a single drop of blood are being presented.
Early detection and treatment of Alzheimer's disease require the use of dependable and cost-effective screening technologies. Researchers at Sweden's Karolinska Institutet have revealed that the level of tau, a protein that plays a vital role in the development of severe dementia, is associa
According to research published in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology, statin therapy does not worsen muscular damage, discomfort, or tiredness in patients who engage in moderate-intensity exercises, such as walking. The findings are reassuring for patients who feel muscular d
A change in medication can benefit patients on blood pressure-lowering therapies significantly more than increasing the dose of their current medication.
The Delhi High Court on Tuesday issued notice to the Central Government and All India Institute of Medical Science (AIIMS) on a fresh batch of petitions moved on behalf of children suffering from rare diseases.
New Delhi [India], April 11 (ANI/SRV): Dr Naveen Bhamri, Director & HOD (Interventional Cardiology), Max Super Speciality Hospital Shalimar Bagh, Delhi shares some important information on heart failure.
Jaipur (Rajasthan) [India], April 11 (ANI/BusinessWire India): The difficulties were not less for the 87-year-old woman who was suffering from heart failure and narrowing of the valve. Due to problems like weak lungs, diabetes, BP, extremely low weight, the danger to her life had increased,
Azithromycin is prescribed to treat certain bacterial infections such as bronchitis, pneumonia, sexually transmitted diseases (STD), and infections of the ears, lungs, sinuses, skin, throat, and reproductive organs.