Advancements in technology and practice reported for the first time at AAIC 2023 demonstrate the simplicity, transportability and diagnostic value of blood-based biomarkers for Alzheimer’s, including the future potential for at-home testing by a patient or a family member. These findings are timely and important with the recent U.S. Food and Drug Administration approvals of […]
One aspect of the COVID pandemic that has fascinated both scientists and the public alike is how the infection affects people differently. I’ve previously discussed the potential reasons some people have managed to avoid infection completely. But for those who have been infected, symptoms can range from a mild cold-like illness, to something resembling a […]
The Research Brief is a short take about interesting academic work. The big idea A common genetic variant explains why some people are asymptomatic after being infected with the virus that causes COVID-19, according to our recently published study in the journal Nature. Early in the pandemic, we were intrigued that many people did not […]
Fever, shortness of breath and cough are all key COVID-19 symptoms we’ve been told to look out for throughout the pandemic. However, at least 1 in 5 people who test positive for the virus don’t develop any symptoms, and the reason why has remained a mystery — until now. In a new study published Wednesday […]
Ahmad Ozair, MBBS Surgically targeted radiation therapy (STaRT) in patients with recurrent glioblastoma (GBM) demonstrated feasibility and safety, according to early data from a prospective multi-institutional observational study (NCT04427384).1 Findings from the trial were presented at the 2023 ASCO Annual Meeting and showed that at a median follow-up of 5.2 months (range, 0.6-23.2), there were […]
A sample Virginia driver’s license, showing what the icon indicating blood type will look like. (Courtesy Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles) Virginians now have the option to list their blood types on their driver’s license as a way to help first responders in case of an emergency. Customers who want to renew, replace or apply […]
Ahead of today’s queen stage of the Tour de France, Jumbo-Visma and UAE Team Emirates received an extra visit from doping inspectors who blood tested riders in their respective team buses. The news, broken by Dutch cycling website Wielerflits, comes the day after Jonas Vingegaard’s stage 16 time trial-winning performance stunned the cycling world, both the […]
Share on PinterestDahlias may be able to improve blood sugar regulation, new research finds. Sepia Times/Getty Images The petals of colorful dahlias contain three molecules that together may help people with prediabetes or diabetes control their blood sugar levels, according to new research. These molecules reduce brain inflammation, which in turn improves insulin function. The […]
Share on PinterestOscar Wong/Getty Images A new drug to help prevent RSV in newborns and infants has been approved by the FDA. Experts agree Beyfortus can be helpful in preventing serious RSV infections and hospitalizations. Beyfortus has demonstrated safety and efficacy with minimal risks and side effects. The FDA recently announced the approval of a […]
