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MondayApr 01, 2024 10:00 am

Prenatal Exposure to Caffeine and High-Fat Diets Heighten Autism Risk in Rodent Models

A new study has found that caffeine exposure during pregnancy and a high-fat diet following delivery considerably heightens the risk of autism-like behaviors, as observed in rodent models. Autism spectrum disorder is a developmental disorder that influences how individuals interact, behave, learn and communicate. Children with this condition may have trouble with social interactions as well as display repetitive behaviors, among other symptoms. Given that caffeine consumption and high-fat diets are widespread, it is important to understand possible risk factors and develop strategies to prevent the disorder’s development. For their study, the researchers divided pregnant rats into two groups, one…

WednesdayMar 27, 2024 10:00 am

Researchers Link Type 2 Diabetes to Heightened Alzheimer’s Risk

Scientists at Texas A&M University have found evidence suggesting that there may be a link between Alzheimer’s disease risk and type 2 diabetes. This is backed by data from a separate study, which found that roughly 81% of individuals living with Alzheimer’s disease also have type 2 diabetes. Alzheimer’s is a progressive brain disorder that affects memory, thinking and behavior. The disorder is also a common cause of dementia, accounting for at least 60% of dementia cases. The scientists believe it’s possible that a high-fat diet may increase inflammation levels in the body, which could in turn heighten the risk…

MondayMar 25, 2024 10:00 am

New Study Leverages Real-World Data to Assess Differences in Parkinson’s Progression

Recent research assessed the differences in Parkinson’s disease progression between research populations and real-world data. Parkinson’s disease is a progressive disorder that affects the nervous system and body parts controlled by the nerves. Illness-modifying treatments haven’t been successful for Parkinson’s, with some therapies that have shown promise in trials failing at later stages. The primary challenge to developing illness-modifying treatments for this particular condition is the fact that molecular processes that drive pathogenesis haven’t been understood properly. Additionally, diverse ages on the condition’s onset and different progression patterns indicate heterogeneity. For their research, the scientists used Harvard Biomarkers studies and…

FridayMar 22, 2024 10:00 am

Gene Signature Could Predict NSC Lung Cancer Response to Immunotherapy

New research has found genes that could help forecast how non-small cell lung cancer may respond to a treatment combination of low-dose radiation and immunotherapy. The researchers explained that these genes could help identify tumors that were more likely to be destroyed by immunotherapies. Immunotherapies work by activating an individual’s immune system to fight the cancer. Despite saving numerous lives, however, only about 25% of patients respond to it. Being able to predict who could benefit from this new discovery and the underlying mechanism of action would greatly benefit patients who gain no benefit from other modes of treatment. For…

WednesdayMar 20, 2024 11:00 am

How AI Can Help in Crafting Memorable eCommerce Experiences

The emergence of incredibly advanced artificial intelligence (AI)-powered tools in recent years has provided e-commerce businesses with an effective tool for creating memorable customer experiences. A growing number of consumers are buying goods online, thanks to the convenience, variety, better prices and safety offered by online marketplaces. Evolving consumer behavior in the wake of coronavirus-related lockdowns has also contributed to the increase in online shopping. With more businesses worldwide opening online stores, competition in the e-commerce space is heating up fast. Consequently, providing customers with a memorable and enjoyable shopping experience will be key for online retailers who want to…

MondayMar 18, 2024 10:30 am

New Research Sheds Light on the Initial Stages of Brain Cancer Development

Recent research has identified processes that could lead to the growth of tumors. The research was conducted by a team at the University of Plymouth’s Brain Tumour Research Centre, led by Dr. Claudia Barros. This institution is focused on providing new understanding of certain groups of common, low-grade brain tumors. For their research, the investigators used Drosophila fruit flies. This allowed them to identify changes that could play a role in a healthy cell becoming a cancerous one in the brain. Once this was done, investigators translated their discovery using glioma cells. Glioma is a tumor commonly found in the…

FridayMar 15, 2024 11:00 am

New AI Model Can Detect Diseases by Analyzing Visual Maps

New research has facilitated the development of an artificial intelligence model that can detect illnesses by examining medical images. This model can accurately pick out tumors and provide reasons for every diagnosis given via visual maps. This tool’s development marks an important advancement in the healthcare technology field, because it will simplify the process of detecting illnesses as well as the diagnosis process. The study was led by Beckman Institute graduate research assistant Sourya Sengupta, who highlighted that the study’s focus was on detecting cancer in its early stages. The visual maps produced by the model, dubbed equivalency maps, are…

WednesdayMar 13, 2024 10:15 am

Medicare Physician Pay Reduction Renews Calls for System Overhaul

Congress has once again failed to halt a physician pay cut that will affect access to high-quality care by patients on Medicare. In a recently struck deal, the House voted to decrease this year’s proposed pay-cut for physicians by half, with the Senate expected to vote on the same measure. The need to reform physician payment is dire, with the American Medical Association (AMA) showing that the system in use at the moment is unsustainable. This comes after Medicare physicians received a 2% reduction in their pay in 2023. In a statement, Jesse M. Ehrenfeld, president of the American Medical…

MondayMar 11, 2024 10:45 am

Rheumatoid Arthritis Patients Face Heightened Risk of Depression, Study Finds

Recently published data shows that rheumatoid arthritis patients have a heightened risk for developing depression. This study is the first to investigate the link between rheumatoid arthritis and the risk of developing depression. The researchers’ objective was to examine the effect of anticyclic citrullinated peptide and rheumatoid factor antibodies on depression in patients with rheumatoid arthritis and find data on the effect of DMARD prescriptions on rheumatoid arthritis-associated depression. These antibodies serve as markers of illness severity and offer insights into the risk of comorbidity. On the other hand, DMARD prescriptions are often given with other drugs such as NSAIDs…

FridayMar 08, 2024 11:00 am

Rising Cases of Autism in UK Raise Concerns

Decades ago, researchers believed that autism disoder affected one in every 2,500 kids. Today, it is estimated that one in 36 kids have the disorder. Autism spectrum disorder is a developmental disorder that affects how an individual interacts with other people, behaves, communicates and learns. While this disorder can be diagnosed at any age, symptoms often appear in the first two years of life. Research has found that between 1998 and 2018, there has been a more than 780% increase in the number of autism cases in the United Kingdom. This significant increase is partly because of a deeper understanding…