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Engineered immune cells may be able to tame inflammation
Immune cells that are designed to soothe inflammation could improve treatment for organ transplants, type 1 diabetes and other autoimmune conditions. …
Enzyme identified as new therapeutic target for cold tumors
Drugs that suppress the UBA1 enzyme could make immune checkpoint blocking immunotherapy effective for patients with prostate cancer and other cold tumors. …
Higher ratio of plant protein to animal protein may improve heart health
A 30-year study of the diets of American adults found that eating a higher ratio of plant protein to animal protein may reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease and coronary…
Deep brain stimulation improves walking ability following spinal cord injury
Deep brain stimulation of the lateral hypothalamus improved the recovery of lower limb movements in two individuals with partial spinal cord injuries, significantly enhancing their autonomy and well-being. …
Fine particulate air pollution may play a role in adverse birth outcomes
A new study finds that exposure to fine particulate matter (PM2.5) air pollution during pregnancy is associated with altered immune responses that can lead to adverse birth outcomes. …
Food additive carrageenan could disrupt the intestinal barrier and increase the risk of type 2 diabetes
New findings indicate that the food additive carrageenan (E 407) may lead to increased permeability of the small intestine and inflammation, potentially affecting glucose metabolism in humans. …
Study reveals how aging impairs antitumor immunity
Aging specifically impairs the generation of CD8+ tissue-resident memory T cells and thus compromises antitumor immunity. …
Tirzepatide shows powerful diabetes-prevention effect in three-year trial
Tirzepatide, a new injectable weight-loss drug, reduced the risk of diabetes in patients with obesity and prediabetes by more than 90% over a three-year period compared to a placebo. …
New study reveals genetic drivers of early onset type 2 diabetes in South Asians
New research shows that genetic factors linked to lower insulin production and unhealthy fat distribution are major causes of early-onset type 2 diabetes in South Asians, contributing to health complications,…
Irregular sleep-wake cycle linked to heightened risk of major cardiovascular events
An irregular sleep-wake cycle is associated with an increased risk of major cardiovascular events, such as heart attack and stroke, even among individuals who get the recommended amount of sleep…
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Engineered immune cells may be able to tame inflammation
Immune cells that are designed to soothe inflammation could improve treatment for organ transplants, type 1 diabetes and other autoimmune conditions. …
Diet and Lifestyle
Food additive carrageenan could disrupt the intestinal barrier and increase the risk of type 2 diabetes
New findings indicate that the food additive carrageenan (E 407) may lead to increased permeability of the small intestine and inflammation, potentially affecting glucose metabolism in humans. …
Preventive Medicine
Tirzepatide shows powerful diabetes-prevention effect in three-year trial
Tirzepatide, a new injectable weight-loss drug, reduced the risk of diabetes in patients with obesity and prediabetes by more than 90% over a three-year period compared to a placebo. …
