Targeting cyclin-dependent kinases offers new pathways for cancer therapy
Cancer is the second leading cause of death in Germany. In the search for new therapeutic approaches that…
Scientists map key differences in stem cell potency for treating knee osteoarthritis
Knee osteoarthritis (KOA) affects more than 1 in 10 people over 40 years of age, impairing patients’ mobility…
Structured setup drives patient engagement with virtual reality therapy
A new study published in JMIR XR and Spatial Computing demonstrates that the way virtual reality therapeutics (VRx)…
NAFDAC warns Nigerians as US recalls children’s ibuprofen over contamination concerns
The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has alerted healthcare providers, importers, distributors and…
New digital platform treats insomnia and anxiety in seniors
Cognitive behavioral therapies for insomnia (CBT-I) are increasingly being delivered online in order to improve accessibility. However, although…
Wholegrain rye changes gut bacteria and lowers inflammation in obesity trial
A 12-week randomized trial found that wholegrain rye did not beat refined wheat for weight loss, but it…
Oral semaglutide fails to slow early Alzheimer’s decline in two phase 3 trials
Despite hopes raised by earlier observational studies and biomarker shifts, The Lancet trials found that oral semaglutide did…
Largest review finds no mental health benefits of medicinal cannabis
A landmark Lancet Psychiatry paper published today – the largest-ever review of the safety and efficacy of cannabinoids across a range…
Remote ischemic conditioning shields the heart from chemotherapy damage
Advances in cancer treatment mean that more people than ever are surviving the disease. However, some of the…
Short-duration psychedelic therapy shows promise for major depression treatment
A controlled clinical trial suggests a fast-acting psychedelic approach may reduce depressive symptoms, but researchers stress careful interpretation…
Alzheimer’s plaques decline after CAR-T immune cell treatment in preclinical study
A novel CAR-T cell approach targets amyloid plaques in preclinical Alzheimer models, raising the possibility that engineered immune…
High-dose flu shots lower hospitalization risk in older adults
A large Danish trial analysis suggests high-dose flu vaccines may offer extra protection against serious influenza-related hospitalizations in…