AI-powered protein score predicts major atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease events

In a large retrospective analysis using measurements of thousands of plasma proteins in primary and secondary event populations, scientists from deCODE genetics a subsidiary of Amgen and collaborators from USA, Denmark and Iceland, reported today in The Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA) how they employed AI to develop a protein score to predict […]

Protein Risk Score Alongside Genetic, Clinical Factors Modestly Improves Cardiovascular Disease Prediction

NEW YORK – Using data from an Icelandic population, researchers have developed a protein risk score to predict atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease (ASCVD). While the score by itself was significantly associated with ASCVD events, when it was added to a model that included clinical risk factors and polygenic risk scores for common heart conditions, it only […]

These Are the 2 Best Drinks To Lower Your Blood Sugar, According to Registered Dietitians

If one of your health goals is keeping your blood sugar balanced, there’s a good chance your kitchen is stocked with foods like eggs, avocado and beans. Sarah Schlichter, MPH, RDN, a registered dietitian and owner of Bucket List Tummy and Nutrition for Running, says that some general advice for keeping blood sugar stable is […]

US FDA panel backs Otsuka’s blood pressure treatment device

Companies Otsuka Holdings Co Ltd Follow Medtronic PLC Follow U.S. Food and Drug Administration Follow Aug 22 (Reuters) – A panel of U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) advisers on Tuesday recommended the use of a device made by a unit of Otsuka Holdings (4578.T) in a type of surgery to treat high blood pressure. […]

Southern coach Eric Dooley praises QB Harold Blood’s development after scrimmage

Southern was back on the practice field Tuesday after taking a break Monday for the start of classes, and the first name off of coach Eric Dooley’s lips was junior quarterback Harold Blood. In Saturday’ 103-play scrimmage, Blood acquitted himself well. Dooley said his opinion didn’t change after watching the video. “Blood went out and […]

Gemma Chan joins ‘Diablo IV’ as a ‘delightfully wicked’ vampire hunter

‘Diablo 4’ adds Gemma Chan for season 2, ‘Season of Blood’: Exclusive | EW.com Skip to content Top Navigation Close this dialog window Explore EW.com Profile Menu Follow Us Close this dialog window Share & More Close this dialog window View image Diablo IV adds Gemma Chan as a ‘delightfully wicked’ vampire hunter for Season […]

Blood donation clinic coming to Orillia in September

When everyday people make a lifesaving connection, the impact is significant, notes a news release from Canadian Blood Services (CBS). Cancer patients, accident victims, and people with immunodeficiency, autoimmune and neurological disorders rely on blood, platelets, and plasma donations every day. Patients need donors like you to act, noted the news release. “Book and keep […]

FDA approves 1st RSV vaccine for use in pregnancy to stop infection in newborns

A respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) vaccine has just been approved for use in pregnant people that protects against dangerous infection in newborns.  On Monday (Aug. 21), the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced the approval of Abrysvo, a vaccine made by Pfizer, for use in pregnant individuals. The shot had already been cleared for use […]

Snubbed for GOP debate, Will Hurd blames refusal to sign ‘blood oath’ to Donald Trump

WASHINGTON — Former Texas congressman Will Hurd accused the Republican Party of using “arbitrary” polling hurdles to shut him out of its first presidential debate, saying Tuesday he was snubbed for refusing to “sign a blood oath to Donald Trump.” “The biggest difference between me and every single candidate who will be on the debate […]

Diablo 4 Season 2 Called Season of Blood, Adds Vampire Hunter Companion

Blizzard has unveiled Diablo 4 Season 2, dubbed Season of Blood. It launches October 17. Season 2 adds a Vampire Hunter companion called Erys, who is teased in a cinematic shown at Gamescom 2023. Erys is voiced by actress and producer Gemma Chan. Diablo boss Rod Fergusson took to the stage at Gamescom 2023 Opening […]