Medical Research - Page 53

May 16

First blood test for Alzheimer’s diagnosis cleared by FDA

The FDA has cleared the first-ever blood test for early Alzheimer's detection, which the agency says reduces the need for costly and invasive procedures.

May 16

Common ingredient in energy drinks linked to blood cancer growth, study finds

Taurine, a common ingredient in energy drinks, has been linked to leukemia cell growth. New research suggests targeting taurine uptake for leukemia treatment strategies.

May 15

Alzheimer's disease could be prevented by antiviral drug already on market

A new UVA study finds that HIV drugs like NRTIs may reduce Alzheimer's risk by 10% annually, suggesting potential for repurposing in dementia prevention.

May 14

Weight-loss drugs’ impact on cancer risk revealed in new study

Weight-loss drugs and bariatric surgery both have an impact on cancer risk. A new study breaks down the link and how GLP-1 RAs may help prevent the disease.

May 13

Common aging symptom could worsen loneliness in seniors

Treating hearing loss can help reduce loneliness in seniors, improving social connection, well-being and overall quality of life, according to a new study from NYU Langone.

May 12

AI tool scans faces to predict biological age and cancer survival

Mass General Brigham has introduced an AI tool called FaceAge that estimates biological age and predicts survival odds. A physician and AI specialist weighs in on its promise and potential pitfalls.

May 10

Rice-sized robot could make brain surgery safer and less invasive

Robeauté’s microrobot, which is the size of a grain of rice, could change the way doctors treat brain tumors and neurological conditions and make procedures safer.

May 10

Music conductor with Parkinson’s sees symptoms improve with deep brain stimulation

An Ohio music conductor battling Parkinson's has found relief with adaptive deep brain stimulation, nearly eliminating tremors that threatened his career.

May 9

Left-handed people could be at higher risk for some neurological disorders: study

Scientists discover connection between left-handedness and neurological disorders. Study reveals lefties have 3.5 times higher autism risk, pointing to shared genetic and developmental factors.

May 9

Shingles vaccine has unexpected effect on heart health

A new study suggests the shingles vaccine may reduce the risk of heart disease for up to eight years post-vaccination. A cardiologist shares insights on the findings.