Multiple myeloma care improved using innovative optical genome mapping
Researchers have demonstrated the potential of the innovative optical genome mapping (OGM) technique for the diagnosis, prognosis, and therapeutic management of multiple myeloma.
Study reveals CT scan overuse could account for 1 in 20 new US cancers
A new study projects that CT scans performed in the US in 2023 could cause around 103,000 future cancers, potentially accounting for 5% of all new cancer diagnoses. Researchers highlight…
New findings highlight a shifting landscape for weight loss and glucose managing medications
When it comes to managing weight loss and type 2 diabetes with medications, research shows that it's out with the old and in with the new.
Pediatricians warn of measles resurgence and emphasize vaccine safety
Pediatric infectious diseases experts stress the importance of vaccination against measles, one of the most contagious viruses, which is once more spreading in the United States.
Study offers a potential new strategy to improve treatment responses in multiple myeloma patients
Researchers at the VIB-UGent Center for Medical Biotechnology have discovered a promising strategy to improve treatment responses in multiple myeloma patients by blocking a protein that plays a key role…
Breakthrough retina mapping sheds light on visual processing pathways
Vision is one of the most complex functions of our brain and requires a seamless interaction between many different brain structures to decode shapes, colours, depths, and movements and turn…
Multi-omics analysis uncovers molecular drivers of non-viral liver cancer development
Researchers discover that inflammation and aging contribute to non-viral liver cancer development. Green tea's role in reversing some of the pathway dysregulation that may contribute to the cancer development and…
Peanuts pack a punch for youth: study finds cellular benefits
Daily consumption of skin-roasted peanuts for six months led to a modest but significant increase in telomere length among young, healthy adults, while peanut butter did not show this effect.
New analysis clarified the link between “exclusive” use of e-cigarettes and COPD
A Johns Hopkins Medicine-led analysis of medical information gathered on a diverse group of almost 250,000 people over four years has significantly clarified the link between the "exclusive" use of…
Study identifies a new key factor contributing to aggressive nature of pancreatic cancer
Pancreatic cancer is one of the most aggressive cancers and has one of the lowest survival rates-only 10% after five years.