Leptin could offer alternative to insulin for managing type 1 diabetes complication
More than a decade ago, researchers found that an acute complication of type 1 diabetes, diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA),…
New research unveils vast influence of B vitamins on health and disease
Eight essential nutrients make up the suite of B vitamins also known as the B complex. Researchers from…
Who and When to Test
SEATTLE — Molecular testing has been widely integrated into mainstream healthcare, and its use is increasing in dermatology.…
Metformin’s blood sugar control starts in the brain, not just the liver, study finds
Scientists uncover how low-dose metformin targets brain pathways to lower blood sugar, opening fresh avenues for safer and…
PCPs Guide to Prescribing Blood Thinners for AF
As a primary care physician (PCP), you’re often the first healthcare professional that will identify cardiac issues, including…
Young human serum requires bone marrow for skin rejuvenation effects
A new research paper featured on the cover of Volume 17, Issue 7 of Aging (Aging-US) was published on July…
Saliva testing offers a non-invasive way to detect early metabolic risk
Measuring elevated levels of insulin in blood, called hyperinsulinemia, is a proven way to measure metabolic health and…
New blood test detects early-stage solid tumors with high accuracy
Current methods for cancer diagnosis are based on identifying biomarkers – molecules that reveal a particular state or…
Gut bacteria produce hormone-like proteins that regulate weight and blood sugar
Our intestines are home to trillions of microorganisms that produce substances capable of regulating all the body’s organs…
New treatment shows promise in protecting brain following stroke reperfusion
Cambridge scientists have developed and tested a new drug in mice that has the potential to reduce damage…
Blood-based tests show promise for colorectal cancer screening but follow-up challenges persist
Findings A study led by investigators at the UCLA Health Jonsson Comprehensive Cancer Center found that while blood-based tests offer…
Diabetes care model shows unequal benefits across racial groups
Background and goal: The Enhanced Primary Care Diabetes (EPCD) model is a nurse-led care delivery model that leverages…