Unraveling resistance to CDK4/6 inhibitors in ovarian cancer
Ovarian cancer, a leading cause of death among gynecological malignancies, has a poor prognosis and low 5-year survival rate, necessitating new therapeutic strategies.
Mouse and organoid models reveal FGFR2’s role in pancreatic cancer aggression and interception
Pancreatic cancer is projected to become the second-deadliest cancer by 2030. By the time it's diagnosed, it's often difficult to treat. So, for both individual patients and the general population,…
Neuropathological basis of visual dysfunction in rare Alzheimer’s forms
Differences in the distribution of certain proteins and markers in the brain may explain why some people first experience vision changes instead of memory loss in Alzheimer's disease, finds a…
New research underscores the importance of broader health benefits in obesity care
New research to be presented at this year's European Congress on Obesity (ECO 2025, Malaga, Spain, 11-14 May) suggests that weight loss program targeting a particular % weight loss are…
Genetic research offers hope for children with rare intestinal disorders
Further genetic testing would show that Sophie has one of a group of rare conditions called CODE (congenital diarrhea and enteropathies) that disrupts the function of cells in the intestine,…
Ethical hurdles of integrating telemedicine in sexual medicine
The perspective article titled"Ethical perspective on telemedicine usage in sexual medicine: A friend or a foe?", was published on January 27, 2025.
Northwestern scientists develop rapid HIV test for point-of-care diagnosis
A team of Northwestern University scientists spanning disciplines have developed new technology that could lead to the creation of a rapid point-of-care test for HIV infection competitive with traditional lab-based…
Exploring the relationship between testosterone and men’s health
The review article titled"Testosterone and men's health: An in-depth exploration of their relationship", was published on February 18, 2025 in UroPrecision.
Healthcare affordability crisis in the U.S. reaches a new high
The inability to pay for healthcare in the U.S. has reached a new high, with more than one-third of Americans (35%), or an estimated 91 million people, reporting that they…
Excessive screen time linked to poor sleep and increased depression in teens
Excessive screen time among adolescents negatively impacts multiple aspects of sleep, which in turn increases the risk of depressive symptoms - particularly among girls.