Blood protein pattern linked to increased risk of hereditary atherosclerosis
A specific pattern of proteins in the blood may reflect an increased risk of hereditary atherosclerosis. This is…
One-time CRISPR therapy safely lowers cholesterol and triglycerides in early trial
In a 15-patient, Phase 1 one, first-in-human trial, a one-time, CRISPR-Cas9 gene-editing therapy safely reduced LDL cholesterol and…
Leukaemia survivor urges more blood, plasma donors: ‘You’re saving families’
“You definitely need the blood products to stay alive in that situation,” she says, and she’s grateful to…
Using estimated risks and preferences to justify intensive BP control in CKD patients
An analysis of the Systolic Blood Pressure Intervention Trial (SPRINT) indicates that nearly all adults with chronic kidney…
Diabetes drug blunts exercise-induced health improvements
A widely prescribed diabetes drug may be sabotaging one of the most trusted strategies for preventing the disease:…
Mismatch in kidney tests may reveal hidden health risks
A mismatch between two common tests for kidney function may indicate a higher risk for kidney failure, heart…
Study reveals tumor defense mechanisms in colorectal cancer
Colorectal cancer is one of the leading causes of cancer death worldwide. In recent years, immunotherapies-treatments that reactivate…
Intensive mind-body retreat rapidly alters brain function and blood biology
Researchers at the University of California San Diego have found that an intensive retreat combining multiple mind-body techniques,…
Low-dose THC mitigates harmful side effects and inflammation caused by HIV treatment
Long-term, low doses of THC mitigate many harmful side effects and inflammation caused by HIV and antiretroviral therapy…
Adolescents who experience migraines more likely to have high blood pressure
A nationwide study from the Hebrew University of Jerusalem has found that adolescents who experience migraines are three…
Study finds high intake of ultra-processed foods tied to reduced DNA methylation
Researchers have found that women who consume more ultra-processed foods exhibit widespread differences in DNA methylation, suggesting early…
Study reveals key role of sugars in immune cell movement during psoriasis
New research has updated our understanding of how sugars, known as glycans, help immune cells move into skin…