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A new low-calorie sweetener could also improve gut health, study shows
There is a growing concern about the global rise in diet-related health issues caused by excessive consumption of nutrients (mainly sugars).
Joseph Shavit
Aug 4, 2022


New eco-friendly plug treats nosebleeds
A team at the UPV/EHU-University of the Basque Country has used food industry waste to develop a nasal plug designed to tackle nosebleeds
Joseph Shavit
Jul 31, 2022


Scientists rewrite DNA to cure killer heart diseases
An injectable cure for inherited heart muscle conditions that can kill young people in the prime of their lives could be available soon.
Joseph Shavit
Jul 31, 2022


4th Covid-19 Vaccine Reduces Risk of Death by 72% Amongst Elderly
New study by Tel Aviv University found that the fourth COVID-19 vaccine is effective in protecting the elderly from the Omicron variant.
Joseph Shavit
Jul 31, 2022


Scientists create tough nanobodies to treat Dementia and Parkinson’s Disease
Researchers develop a nanobody capable of getting through the tough exterior of brain cells and untangling misshapen proteins leading to PD.
Joseph Shavit
Jul 30, 2022


Researchers use exploding "micro-bubbles" and ultrasound to destroy cancer cells
The technique combines ultrasound with tumor-targeted microbubbles. Once activated, the microbubbles explode like smart warheads.
Joseph Shavit
Jul 28, 2022


Gene therapy injection dramatically reduces bleeding risk for 90% of haemophilia patients
A single gene therapy injection could dramatically reduce the bleeding risk faced by people with haemophilia B finds a study from UCL.
Joseph Shavit
Jul 27, 2022


Sponge-like solar cells could be basis for better pacemakers
In a new study, University of Chicago scientists find that holes can also improve technology, including medical devices.
Joshua Shavit
Jul 26, 2022


Stanford scientists develop synthetic molecule that destroys cancerous tumors
Scientists have created a new synthetic molecule that combines a tumor-targeting agent with another molecule that triggers immune activation
Joseph Shavit
Jul 25, 2022


New sensor can detect Alzheimer’s disease up to 17 years in advance
The dementia disorder Alzheimer’s disease has a symptom-free course of 15 to 20 years before the first clinical symptoms emerge.
Joseph Shavit
Jul 24, 2022


Sugar-studded protein is key to Alzheimer's disease cure
Researchers say they discovered that a special sugar molecule could play a key role in the development of Alzheimer’s disease.
Joseph Shavit
Jul 23, 2022


Novel COVID-19 vaccine could be effective against new and emerging variants
A COVID-19 vaccine, that would, in theory, remain effective against new and emerging variants, could be taken as a pill.
Joseph Shavit
Jul 23, 2022


Breakthrough in pain management finds that damaged nerves can be regenerated
Damaged nerves can be regenerated with the application of a frozen needle under advanced imaging guidance, according to new research
Joseph Shavit
Jul 22, 2022


Skins swabs can test for Covid-19, research finds
Skin swabs are "surprisingly effective" at identifying Covid-19 infection, according to new research from the University of Surrey.
Joseph Shavit
Jul 21, 2022


With just a tablespoon of blood, researchers aim to transform cancer treatment
Researchers have developed a new blood test that provides unprecedented insight into a patient’s cancer make-up, improving outcomes.
Joseph Shavit
Jul 21, 2022


Shedding tears can help diagnose illnesses, researchers find
People could soon go to the doctor, shed a tear, and know if they are in the early stages of an illness within minutes.
Joseph Shavit
Jul 21, 2022


Surprising discovery: A connection between appetite and sun exposure
Going to the beach? Planning a hike? Be prepared: Men will be much hungrier according to a survey on the eating habits of 3,000 people.
Joseph Shavit
Jul 20, 2022


Traditional native Indian medicine effective as type 2 diabetes treatment
Ayurveda is a traditional medical system that has been used for thousands of years in many South Asian countries such as India and Nepal.
Joseph Shavit
Jul 20, 2022


One blood test can detect over 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
Jul 20, 2022


How does reduced gravity affect astronauts’ muscles and nerve responses?
Researchers from Japan conduct a review and share an action plan for astronauts to prevent muscular atrophy during spaceflight
Joseph Shavit
Jul 18, 2022
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