Errors in EPG5 gene implicated in rare infant condition and adult neurodegenerative diseases
Errors in a gene known to cause a serious neurodevelopmental condition in infants are also linked to the…
Taste-based flu test that detects infection within minutes
A new study reveals that a simple taste could one day tell you if you have the flu,…
Innovative approaches target PAR2 receptor to alleviate gut pain
Abdominal pain is a hallmark of many digestive disorders, including inflammatory bowel disease and irritable bowel syndrome. In…
Azelastine nasal spray prevents COVID-19 and rhinovirus infections
Variants of the severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2), the virus responsible for the coronavirus disease 2019…
Precision probiotics lower blood sugar and cholesterol in mice
A new mouse study reveals that carefully selected probiotics can lower blood sugar, body fat, and cholesterol levels…
Consumption of ultra-processed foods may exacerbate disease activity in early multiple sclerosis
Higher intake of ultra-processed foods (UPFs) may exacerbate disease activity in early multiple sclerosis (MS), according to new…
Study reveals how a little-understood protein contributes to blood vessel leakage
A new study from the University of Oklahoma reveals how a little-understood protein, CD82, contributes to blood vessel…
Concertgoers back detection dogs as practical COVID-19 screening tool in real-world trial
After experiencing canine COVID-19 screening at concerts, participants reported greater trust in detection dogs, positioning them as a…