High salt consumption associated with increased risk of developing Type 2 diabetes
Those at risk for Type 2 diabetes may already know to avoid sugar, but new research suggests they may want to skip the salt as well.
Repurposed drug offers new potential for managing type 1 diabetes
A new study presents exciting future possibilities for the management of type 1 diabetes and the potential reduction of insulin dependency. The study's findings suggest repurposing of the drug alpha-difluoromethylornithine (DFMO) may…
Pulsed field ablation safe and effective for women with atrial fibrillation
Women with atrial fibrillation (AF) undergoing a procedure called pulsed field ablation (PFA) have just as good outcomes as men with AF undergoing the same procedure, according to a large-scale…
CU professor of ophthalmology receives grant to study Parkinson’s disease biomarkers
For some, the eyes are a window into the soul. But for Jayashree Kalpathy-Cramer, PhD, professor of ophthalmology at the University of Colorado School of Medicine, they're a window into…
Study shows link between mobile phone use and semen quality of young men
Does electromagnetic radiation emitted by mobile phones affect semen quality? While various environmental and lifestyle factors have been proposed to explain the decline in semen quality observed over the last…
Daily strawberry consumption could help reduce dementia risk for middle-aged individuals
New research from the University of Cincinnati found that daily strawberry consumption could help reduce the risk of dementia for certain middle-aged populations.
New study provides insights about mosaic chromosomal alterations in diverse populations
As people age, the DNA in their cells begins to accumulate genetic mutations. Mosaic chromosomal alterations (mCAs), a category of mutations acquired in blood cells, are linked with a 10-fold…
Seaweed symbionts reveal treasure trove of potential drug compounds
Marine macroalgae-associated Bacillota reveal a trove of bioactive compounds with potential pharmacological benefits, from antibacterial to anticancer properties. This comprehensive review illuminates the promising yet underexplored therapeutic applications of these…
Added calcium and phosphate in fluoride varnishes no silver bullet for fighting kids’ tooth decay, study finds
The study explores the effectiveness of sodium fluoride varnishes with added calcium and phosphate versus conventional varnishes in reducing harmful bacteria in preschool children's mouths. Results indicate no significant difference…
Masking up matters: High-quality studies confirm face masks significantly curb COVID-19 spread
This 'Special Communication' article in JAMA Network Open compiles high-quality studies to underline the effectiveness of face masks in curbing community-level transmission of SARS-CoV-2. The article emphasizes that surgical masks…