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Capsule sponge test offers less invasive option for monitoring Barrett's esophagus

Endoscopies could be replaced by far less invasive capsule sponge tests for half of all patients with Barrett's esophagus, a known precursor to esophageal cancer, according to a new study from researchers at the University of Cambridge, Addenbrooke's Hospital and Queen Mary University of London.

23 Jun 2025

Most British babies eat processed snacks before age one, study finds

Researchers in the UK found that over 87% of parents give processed snack foods to babies and toddlers, often introducing them well before the recommended age. Brand marketing, convenience, and misleading “health halo” claims are major drivers behind these widespread feeding habits.

23 Jun 2025

Cagrilintide and semaglutide together drive record weight loss in global trial

A 68-week phase 3 trial found that coadministered cagrilintide and semaglutide led to significant and clinically meaningful weight loss in adults with obesity but no diabetes. The combination outperformed either drug alone and improved multiple cardiometabolic health markers.

23 Jun 2025

Amycretin delivers unprecedented weight loss in early trial for obesity treatment

Once-weekly amycretin, a novel peptide activating GLP-1, amylin, and calcitonin receptors, produced rapid, substantial, and sustained weight loss in adults with overweight or obesity during a phase 1b/2a trial. The treatment was generally well tolerated, with mostly mild to moderate gastrointestinal side effects, supporting further investigation in larger, longer studies.

23 Jun 2025

Scientists warn of rising threat as poultry disease shows signs of jumping to humans

Avian Intestinal Spirochaetosis (AIS) is a chronic, underreported poultry disease caused by Brachyspira spp., with rising concern over its zoonotic risk to humans. This review highlights key challenges in diagnosis, antibiotic resistance, transmission, and the urgent need for improved surveillance and new prevention strategies.

23 Jun 2025

Food insecurity tied to higher death risk in cancer survivors

Lack of access to healthy food is a threat to the lives of cancer survivors-a significant and often overlooked factor affecting their long-term health outcomes.

23 Jun 2025

New machine learning model brings transparency to risk prediction in medulloblastoma

Medulloblastoma the most common malignant pediatric brain tumor with a high risk of metastasis and poor survival outcomes.

23 Jun 2025

New research reveals social tension behind dining etiquette

Restaurants and dinner hosts could improve dining experiences and reduce social awkwardness by serving guests at the same time, a new study has found.

23 Jun 2025

Bispecific antibodies offer new hope for resistant NSCLC patients

As the leading cause of cancer-related death, lung cancer remains a noteworthy hazard to human health. NSCLC is the most prevalent subtype, accounting for nearly 85% of all lung cancer cases.

23 Jun 2025

Low FODMAP diet shown to improve gastrointestinal symptoms in women with endometriosis

A low FODMAP diet developed by Monash University researchers for irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) has been shown to improve gastrointestinal symptoms in women with endometriosis.

23 Jun 2025

Next generation CAR-T cells push the boundaries of lymphoma treatment

CAR-T cells, which are genetically programmed to specifically recognize and kill target cells, have altered the therapeutic landscape of lymphoma.

23 Jun 2025

Wildfire smoke exposure linked to increased heart failure risk

Long-term exposure to wildfire smoke may increase the risk of heart failure (HF), especially in older adults, women and vulnerable populations, according to a study published today in JACC, the flagship journal of the American College of Cardiology.

23 Jun 2025

Protective gene variant slows Alzheimer’s by taming brain inflammation

A rare gene mutation that delays Alzheimer's disease does so by damping inflammatory signaling in brain-resident immune cells, according to a preclinical study led by investigators at Weill Cornell Medicine.

23 Jun 2025

New imaging breakthrough sheds light on brain communication pathways

For the first time, scientists using cryo-electron microscopy have discovered the structure and shape of key receptors connecting neurons in the brain's cerebellum, which is located behind the brainstem and plays a critical role in functions such as coordinating movement, balance and cognition.

23 Jun 2025

New oral drug shows promise for type 2 diabetes and obesity without side effects

Lower blood sugar and increased fat burning – without negatively affecting appetite or muscle mass. These are some of the most promising effects of a new potential drug treatment for people with type 2 diabetes and obesity, according to a new study published in the journal Cell by researchers from Karolinska Institutet and Stockholm University.

23 Jun 2025

Cannabidiol may help reduce problematic behaviors in autistic boys

Researchers at the Center for Medicinal Cannabis Research at University of California San Diego School of Medicine have found that cannabidiol (CBD), a non-intoxicating compound found in cannabis, could help reduce problematic behaviors in autistic boys.

23 Jun 2025

Teen screen time linked to poor sleep and brain changes

In this digital era, both kids and adults are often glued to smartphone screens. Digital technology keeps users entertained, connected to friends, and in tune with important news.

23 Jun 2025

Common bacterium can turn everyday plastic waste into paracetamol

Paracetamol production could be revolutionized by the discovery that a common bacterium can turn everyday plastic waste into the painkiller, a study reveals.

23 Jun 2025

WHO report urges stronger action against global tobacco epidemic

The World Health Organization (WHO) today released its report on the Global Tobacco Epidemic 2025 at the World Conference on Tobacco Control in Dublin, warning that action is needed to maintain and accelerate progress in tobacco control as rising industry interference challenges tobacco policies and control efforts.

23 Jun 2025

Sonata Scientific unveils Helios MP500: Breakthrough ethylene oxide (EtO) control technology for medical device sterilization facilities

Sonata Scientific, a leader in advanced industrial air purification, today announced the launch of its revolutionary Helios MP500, a high-performance solution for eliminating fugitive ethylene oxide (EtO) emissions in medical device sterilization facilities.

From Sonata Scientific 23 Jun 2025

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Capsule sponge test offers less invasive option for monitoring Barrett's esophagus

Most British babies eat processed snacks before age one, study finds

Cagrilintide and semaglutide together drive record weight loss in global trial

Amycretin delivers unprecedented weight loss in early trial for obesity treatment

Scientists warn of rising threat as poultry disease shows signs of jumping to humans

Food insecurity tied to higher death risk in cancer survivors

New machine learning model brings transparency to risk prediction in medulloblastoma

New research reveals social tension behind dining etiquette

Bispecific antibodies offer new hope for resistant NSCLC patients

Low FODMAP diet shown to improve gastrointestinal symptoms in women with endometriosis

Next generation CAR-T cells push the boundaries of lymphoma treatment

Wildfire smoke exposure linked to increased heart failure risk

Protective gene variant slows Alzheimer’s by taming brain inflammation

New imaging breakthrough sheds light on brain communication pathways

New oral drug shows promise for type 2 diabetes and obesity without side effects

Cannabidiol may help reduce problematic behaviors in autistic boys

Teen screen time linked to poor sleep and brain changes

Common bacterium can turn everyday plastic waste into paracetamol

WHO report urges stronger action against global tobacco epidemic

Sonata Scientific unveils Helios MP500: Breakthrough ethylene oxide (EtO) control technology for medical device sterilization facilities

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