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Study: Cutting Two Amino Acids Helps Burn Fat Without Exercise
Danish scientists have discovered that a diet restricted in methionine and cysteine can activate the body's natural fat-burning mechanism.…
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Genetically Modified Bacteria 'Eat' Cancer Tumors From Within
Scientists at the University of Waterloo (Canada) are developing a cancer therapy that uses genetically modified bacteria to destroy tumors from within.…
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New policy prioritizes support over punishment for underperforming facilities
LONDON — Government authorities are pivoting to a support-based strategy to improve underperforming facilities, moving away from a system centered on sanctions.…
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UCLA Study: 5-Day Magnetic Therapy Offers New Hope for Treatment-Resistant Depression
LOS ANGELES – An intensive, five-day course of brain stimulation therapy is just as effective at treating persistent depression as the traditional six-week regimen, according to a new study from UCLA Health.…
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New Nature study decodes the biological mechanisms behind human sinus function
A new study published in the journal Nature reveals that sinuses function as highly dynamic surfaces that regulate fluid movement and monitor immune cell activity in both humans and mice.…
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UC Riverside oxygen-generating gel may prevent amputations caused by chronic wounds
RIVERSIDE, Calif. – Researchers at the University of California, Riverside have developed a new oxygen-providing gel designed to treat chronic wounds, a condition growing more common as populations age and diabetes rates…
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Stem cell brain trial offers new hope for Parkinson’s patients
LOS ANGELES — Researchers at Keck Medicine of USC are conducting an early-phase clinical trial for a new Parkinson’s disease treatment that implants engineered stem cells into the brain to replace damaged neurons.…
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New scientific review finds intermittent fasting no more effective for weight loss
Intermittent fasting does not help overweight or obese adults lose more weight than standard dieting or no structured program at all, according to a new Cochrane review.…
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Cancer vaccine breakthrough: Nanoparticle structure, not just ingredients, found to drive effectiveness
CHICAGO — Scientists at Northwestern University have discovered that the physical arrangement of vaccine components can significantly impact their effectiveness, according to a study published Feb.…
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Psychiatric manual DSM faces major overhaul to prioritize patient care over labels
The American Psychiatric Association (APA) has announced a major roadmap to reform the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM), the foundational text for psychiatry for more than 70 years.…
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OCD behaviors driven by excessive control rather than habit, study finds
SYDNEY – Obsessive-compulsive behaviors may result from excessive, misdirected brain control rather than a simple loss of willpower, according to new research from the University of Technology Sydney (UTS).…
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Chemistry breakthrough: New reaction prediction method cuts research time and costs
A research team has developed a new method to predict and optimize complex chemical reactions, utilizing statistical models trained on data from previous experiments.…
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New Drug Trial Offers Hope Against Life-Threatening Pregnancy Complication Preeclampsia
CAPE TOWN, South Africa — A new drug is showing promising results in treating preeclampsia, a life-threatening pregnancy complication that claims tens of thousands of lives each year.…
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Depression may be an early warning sign of Parkinson’s and dementia, study finds
Depression often serves as an early warning sign for Parkinson’s disease and Lewy body dementia, frequently appearing years before a clinical diagnosis, according to a new study published in the journal General Psychiatr…
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Scientists release detailed map of mutations in major cancer-causing gene
Researchers have created a detailed map of mutations in the CTNNB1 cancer gene, providing new insights into how specific genetic changes drive the development of different types of tumors.…
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UK health system sounds alarm as hospitals nationwide reach breaking point
A British hospital system is seeking emergency assistance from across the country as it grapples with "serious strain" that has pushed its facilities to the brink.…
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Caltech and USC 3D imaging breakthrough set to revolutionize cancer detection
Researchers at Caltech and the University of Southern California have developed a new medical imaging technique capable of producing rapid, 3D color images of human tissue.…
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New York breakthrough: New immunotherapy turns cancer’s protective cells into tumor-killing allies
NEW YORK — Researchers at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai have developed an experimental immunotherapy that fights metastatic cancer by targeting the protective environment surrounding tumors rather than the …
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99% of global population breathes polluted air, experts urge government action
Air pollution now poses a severe threat to global health, with 99% of the world’s population living in areas that fail to meet World Health Organization (WHO) air quality standards, according to a new scientific analysis…