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Groundbreaking oral gel prevents and treats gum disease at home
A topical gel that blocks the receptor for a metabolic byproduct called succinate treats gum disease by suppressing inflammation.
Joseph Shavit
Sep 26, 2022


Durable coating kills COVID virus, other germs and lasts for months
Polyurethane locks in the antimicrobial power of tea tree and cinnamon oils. The new technology could make public spaces safer within a year
Joshua Shavit
Sep 25, 2022


Groundbreaking treatment uses viruses to fight Crohn’s and ulcerative colitis
How can we selectively kill harmful gut bacteria that cause inflammatory bowel disease or other disorders? Researchers suggest using viruses
Joseph Shavit
Sep 24, 2022


'Drug factory' beads eliminate advanced-stage cancers in just 6 days
Rice and Baylor University researchers have shown they can eradicate advanced-stage mesothelioma tumors in mice in just a few days.
Joseph Shavit
Sep 24, 2022


Mucus-based lubricant proves highly effective against HIV and herpes
Cow mucus provides the basis for a synthetic prophylactic gel developed at KTH to protect against HIV and herpes transmission.
Joseph Shavit
Sep 24, 2022


Revolutionary new drug stops breast cancer growth and recurrence
When detected early, some cancers are more aggressive and fatal than others. This is the case, with triple negative breast cancer.
Joseph Shavit
Sep 23, 2022


New discovery prevents the natural ageing of immune system
A new mechanism that slows down and may even prevent the natural ageing of immune cells – one of the nine ‘hallmarks of ageing’.
Joseph Shavit
Sep 23, 2022


New melanoma treatment gives hope to millions of patients
HMRI and University of Newcastle researchers have discovered that treating patients who have late-stage treatment resistant melanoma.
Joshua Shavit
Sep 22, 2022


In-home saliva test can detect cancer with 90% accuracy
An AI-based home screening test to detect oral and throat cancers from saliva samples is now available in the United States.
Joseph Shavit
Sep 22, 2022


Nerve regeneration breakthrough offers hope to patients in persistent pain
Damaged nerves can be regenerated with the application of a frozen needle under advanced imaging guidance, according to new research.
Joseph Shavit
Sep 22, 2022


Fitness trackers reveal connections between exercise, memory, and mental health
Exercise can improve your cognitive and mental health — but not all forms and intensities of exercise affect the brain equally.
Joseph Shavit
Sep 22, 2022


Anti-cancer drug also functions as COVID-19 antiviral therapy
Johns Hopkins Medicine study suggests small molecule inhibitor RK-33 can block multiple variants of the SARS-CoV-2 virus from replicating.
Joseph Shavit
Sep 21, 2022


Bio-synthesized corneas can restore 20/20 vision to the blind
Researchers and entrepreneurs have developed an implant made of collagen protein from pig’s skin, which resembles the human cornea.
Joseph Shavit
Sep 21, 2022


First-ever vaccine prevents rheumatoid arthritis, study finds
Protein-based vaccine shows significant promise in preventing rheumatoid arthritis and improving bone quality suggesting long-term benefits.
Joseph Shavit
Sep 21, 2022


Recommended blood sugar levels to avoid diabetes-related damage
People with diabetes may experience damage to the small blood vessels in various organs. The reasons for this are unclear.
Joseph Shavit
Sep 20, 2022


Genetic link between gut disorders and Alzheimer's Disease confirmed
A world-first study has confirmed the link between the two, which could lead to earlier detection and new potential treatments.
Joseph Shavit
Sep 19, 2022


Highly sensitive blood test can detect more than 50 types of cancer
Researchers are one step closer to making a multi-cancer early detection (MCED) test, that can detect over 50 types of cancer.
Joseph Shavit
Sep 19, 2022


Groundbreaking diabetes discovery brings the world closer to life without insulin
People with a severe form of diabetes, where the beta cells of the pancreas do not produce or no longer produce enough insulin.
Joseph Shavit
Sep 19, 2022


The best way to take a pill, according to science
Your posture can make a big difference in how fast your body absorbs medicine. Bad posture can delay how fast the medicine is broken down.
Joseph Shavit
Sep 19, 2022


Implantable material treats both spinal cord injuries and Parkinson’s disease
Flexible implanted electronics are a step closer toward clinical applications thanks to a recent breakthrough technology.
Joseph Shavit
Sep 18, 2022
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