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
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
Hyderabad (Telangana) [India], March 10 (ANI/SRV): Apollo Dialysis, a business unit of Apollo Health & Lifestyle Ltd, celebrated World Kidney Day and on the occasion executed on-ground activities to educate the community about risk factors and symptoms of kidney diseases, promote healthy
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], February 11 (ANI/PNN): The Indian Cancer Society (ICS) has launched a month-long campaign to create awareness about cancer, its prevention and the importance of its early detection. This is in line with the underlying theme of World Cancer Day 2023 "Close the Ca
Nairobi [Kenya]/Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], February 9 (ANI/BusinessWire India): Merck Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Merck KGaA Germany has launched the First Episode of their first-ever TV program - 'Our Africa by Merck Foundation'. The Sixth episode addressed a sensitive issue to
World Health Organisation has called for intensified action across the South-East Asia Region to strengthen health systems to prevent and detect cancers early, to provide prompt treatment referral, to enhance access to palliative care, and to close the gap in access to quality cancer service
Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], February 3 (ANI/NewsVoir): With a vision to strengthen its presence in cancer care solutions in Karnataka region, Dr Devi Shetty, Chairman & Executive Director, Narayana Health and Kiran Mazumdar Shaw, Executive Chairperson - Biocon Limited and Biocon Biolo
The presence of a brain tumour can be determined by identifying a crucial membrane protein in urine, according to research from Nagoya University in Japan. By eliminating the need for intrusive tests and raising the possibility that tumours are found early enough for surgery, their protein m
Researchers describe the impact of epigenetics on cancer treatment and how it has become a crucial tool to improve early detection, predict disease progression and become a target for new treatments.
Singapore, November 25 (ANI/PRNewswire): Commemorating Iron Deficiency Day 2022 (IDD), P&G Health, makers of Sangobion and Livogen, stepped up on efforts to raise awareness about iron deficiency with the 'Don't Guess. Test! Campaign that spotlights early detection and screening through t
Researchers investigating the mechanics of the early stages of lung cancer have identified a new potential treatment, which could also aid early detection of the disease.