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Scientists discover how two distinct genes guide regeneration of sensory cells in zebrafish

While humans can regularly replace certain cells, like those in our blood and gut, we cannot naturally regrow most other parts of the body. For example, when the tiny sensory hair cells in our inner ears are damaged, the result is often permanent hearing loss, deafness, or balance problems.

14 Jul 2025

Blood test detects early signs of Alzheimer’s in middle age

A Finnish population study shows that signs related to Alzheimer's disease may already be found in the brain in middle age.

14 Jul 2025

New imaging technique reveals mitochondrial activity inside live animals

In this study, researcher developed a new imaging approach that combines two powerful techniques to solve this problem. First, a special type of microscope called a two-photon microscope is used, which can look deep into live tissues with minimal damage.

14 Jul 2025

New studies highlight disparities and progress in stroke treatment access

Research presented today at the Society of NeuroInterventional Surgery's (SNIS) 22nd Annual Meeting included three studies that explored the differences in treatment and recovery options for patients across racial, gender and socioeconomic lines in a large telestroke network in Pennsylvania and a university medical center in Rhode Island.

14 Jul 2025

Viome and Scripps Research join forces to develop at-home RNA test for colon cancer prevention

Viome Life Sciences, the leader in AI-powered, RNA-based diagnostics and precision nutrition and Scripps Research, the leader in accelerating the impact of fundamental research on human health, today announced a strategic partnership to develop and clinically validate the first at-home RNA test designed to detect precancerous colon polyps, enabling early prevention of colorectal cancer.

14 Jul 2025

New WHO guidelines recommend injectable lenacapavir for HIV prevention

The World Health Organization (WHO) released today new guidelines recommending the use of injectable lenacapavir (LEN) twice a year as an additional pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) option for HIV prevention, in a landmark policy action that could help reshape the global HIV response.

14 Jul 2025

New blood test predicts multiple sclerosis years before symptoms

A research team at the Medical University of Vienna has developed a blood test that allows the identification of individuals at risk for developing multiple sclerosis (MS) with a high degree of certainty years before the onset of symptoms.

14 Jul 2025

New immunotherapy targets leukemia at its root

Researchers at MUSC Hollings Cancer Center have identified a signaling loop involved in the growth and persistence of leukemia cells – and developed a novel immunotherapy that can disrupt that loop to boost immune function and improve survival.

14 Jul 2025

Canadian obesity trends accelerated after the start of COVID-19 pandemic

Did the COVID-19 pandemic affect obesity rates in Canada? A new study in CMAJ (Canadian Medical Association Journal) https://www.cmaj.ca/lookup/doi/10.1503/cmaj.241421 found obesity rates based on body mass index (BMI) increased faster in the 4 years after the start of the pandemic than in the previous 11 years, especially in younger adults.

14 Jul 2025

Sino Biological sets new industry standard with ProPure™ endotoxin-free proteins made in the USA

Sino Biological US, Inc. proudly unveils ProPure™, an industry-leading line of ultra-pure, endotoxin-free recombinant proteins, fully produced in the USA at its state-of-the-art Center for Bioprocessing (C4B) facility in Houston, Texas.

From Sino Biological Inc. 14 Jul 2025

EAGLE model predicts key lung cancer mutations from routine biopsy

With EAGLE, lung cancer biopsy analysis is expedited, accurately predicting EGFR mutations and streamlining the diagnostic process for better patient outcomes.

14 Jul 2025

Vested interests. Influence muscle. At RFK Jr.’s HHS, It’s not pharma. It’s wellness.

On his way to an Ultimate Fighting Championship event, Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. stopped by the home of podcaster Gary Brecka.

14 Jul 2025

In rush to satisfy Trump, GOP delivers blow to health industry

Doctors, hospitals, and health insurers for weeks issued dire warnings to Republican lawmakers that millions of people would lose health coverage and hospitals would close if they cut Medicaid funding to help pay for President Donald Trump's big tax and spending bill.

14 Jul 2025

Study reveals the psychological reasons for comfort eating

This study explores how expectations influence comfort food consumption, revealing insights into the psychological factors driving eating behaviors.

14 Jul 2025

Dynamic mapping exposes hidden dynamics of gut microbiome

This study reveals how gut microbiome interactions influence E. coli colonization, using Dynamic Covariance Mapping to analyze community dynamics and stability.

14 Jul 2025

Chlamydia pneumoniae and SARS-CoV-2 infections may play a role in Alzheimer's pathogenesis

A recent review by researchers at Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine (PCOM) shows Chlamydia pneumoniae (Cpn) and SARS-CoV-2 infections may play a role in the pathogenesis of Alzheimer's disease.

13 Jul 2025

Social isolation in older adults linked to higher diabetes risk

Socially isolated older adults are at increased risk of developing diabetes and high blood sugar, according to a study being presented Sunday at ENDO 2025, the Endocrine Society's annual meeting in San Francisco, Calif.

13 Jul 2025

Intermittent energy restriction shows strong benefits for people with obesity and type 2 diabetes

Intermittent energy restriction, time-restricted eating and continuous energy restriction can all improve blood sugar levels and body weight in people with obesity and type 2 diabetes, according to a study being presented Sunday at ENDO 2025, the Endocrine Society's annual meeting in San Francisco, Calif.

13 Jul 2025

Grandfather’s chemical exposure may influence granddaughter’s puberty timing

A grandfather's exposure to endocrine-disrupting chemicals may impact the age when his granddaughter starts her first period, according to preliminary data being presented Sunday at ENDO 2025, the Endocrine Society's annual meeting in San Francisco, Calif.

13 Jul 2025

Exposure to endocrine-disrupting chemicals in early life linked to cravings for sugary and fatty foods

Exposure to endocrine-disrupting chemicals in early life, including during gestation and infancy, results in a higher preference for sugary and fatty foods later in life, according to an animal study being presented Sunday at ENDO 2025, the Endocrine Society's annual meeting in San Francisco, Calif.

13 Jul 2025

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Scientists discover how two distinct genes guide regeneration of sensory cells in zebrafish

Blood test detects early signs of Alzheimer’s in middle age

New imaging technique reveals mitochondrial activity inside live animals

New studies highlight disparities and progress in stroke treatment access

Viome and Scripps Research join forces to develop at-home RNA test for colon cancer prevention

New WHO guidelines recommend injectable lenacapavir for HIV prevention

New blood test predicts multiple sclerosis years before symptoms

New immunotherapy targets leukemia at its root

Canadian obesity trends accelerated after the start of COVID-19 pandemic

Sino Biological sets new industry standard with ProPure™ endotoxin-free proteins made in the USA

EAGLE model predicts key lung cancer mutations from routine biopsy

Vested interests. Influence muscle. At RFK Jr.’s HHS, It’s not pharma. It’s wellness.

In rush to satisfy Trump, GOP delivers blow to health industry

Study reveals the psychological reasons for comfort eating

Dynamic mapping exposes hidden dynamics of gut microbiome

Chlamydia pneumoniae and SARS-CoV-2 infections may play a role in Alzheimer's pathogenesis

Social isolation in older adults linked to higher diabetes risk

Intermittent energy restriction shows strong benefits for people with obesity and type 2 diabetes

Grandfather’s chemical exposure may influence granddaughter’s puberty timing

Exposure to endocrine-disrupting chemicals in early life linked to cravings for sugary and fatty foods

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