Medical Research - Page 28

October 10

Ozempic and similar drugs could interfere with common medical procedure, research warns

A new study reveals that GLP-1 drugs may affect medical scan results, though experts say findings are preliminary and more data is needed before changing medical practice.

October 9

The hidden reason scientists say bottled water may not be the cleaner choice

New research reveals that bottled water drinkers consume significantly more microplastics than tap water users, with particles linked to cancer risks and chronic health complications.

October 8

Rare neck condition could turn salon hair-washing into dangerous stroke risk

Salon hair washing can trigger rare beauty parlor stroke syndrome when neck positioning compresses arteries, though proper support reduces risk significantly.

October 8

UC Santa Barbara develops new soft robotic system for emergency intubation procedures

UC Santa Barbara researchers developed a soft robotic intubation system that achieved 100% success rates for experts and 96% for paramedics with minimal training.

October 8

Scientists may have discovered first gene therapy for incurable brain disease

Researchers announce breakthrough results for AMT-130, the first disease-modifying treatment for Huntington's disease, with FDA approval application planned for early next year.

October 7

Researchers unveil surprising flu test that works before symptoms appear

Scientists in Germany have created a novel flu detection method using an edible sensor that produces taste when the influenza virus is present in the mouth.

October 7

Air pollution may play a bigger role in cognitive decline than anyone realized

Air pollution exposure could make Alzheimer's disease worse by speeding up brain changes that cause memory loss and impaired judgment, a Penn Medicine study finds.

October 6

New MAHA initiative around biomedical research is uniting the GOP with some unusual bed fellows

In a striking alliance, MAHA’s latest health strategy pairs together unusual collaborators to support a federal initiative that phases out animal-based science experiments.

October 5

Hidden infection kills millions of children each year as doctors warn of overlooked symptoms

Professor Elliot Long explains why sepsis in children is difficult to diagnose, with nearly 10% of cases missed in emergency rooms despite being treatable.

October 3

Paralyzed man walks again after experimental drug trial triggers remarkable recovery

A clinical trial of NVG-291 peptide drug demonstrates promising results for spinal cord injury patients, with participant Larry Williams regaining balance abilities.