Category: Medical Research
Androgens: Possible Role in the Regulation of Stomach Inflammation.
A recent discovery was made at the National Institutes of Health regarding inflammation of the stomach. It was discovered by scientists that androgens or male sex hormones have an …Japanese Researchers Explore Anal Oxygen Delivery as a Safer Alternative to Artificial Ventilation
Artificial ventilation is an invasive procedure that can cause damage to the lungs and requires a lot of personnel. Japanese researchers suggest administering oxygen through the anus as a …Could a Psychedelic Drug Help Fight Heroin Addiction? Rat Study Hints at Surprising Link
Key Findings: Rats given the psychedelic compound DOI worked 40% less intensely to obtain heroin after a single dose. The effect lasted 30 minutes and targeted serotonin receptors linked …
Staying Social May Postpone Dementia by 5 Years—Here’s How
Key Takeaways: Engaging in social activities like volunteering, group games, or family gatherings could delay dementia onset by up to 5 years. Older adults who socialize at least six …The iKnife: A Smart Scalpel Capable of Detecting Tumors Almost Instantly During Surgery
Key Takeaways: A new AI-powered tool called the iKnife can diagnose endometrial cancer within seconds. The device analyzes tissue vapor during surgery, achieving 89% accuracy in recent trials. While …University of Maryland Doctors Perform a Successful Xenotransplantation of a Humanized Pig’s Heart into a Human Patient
Key Takeaways: Surgeons successfully transplanted a genetically modified pig heart into a Maryland man with terminal heart disease. The experimental procedure could pave the way for animal-to-human organ transplants …Dopamine Levels Surprisingly Surge in Response to Stressful Stimuli
Most times in the media and medical journals, dopamine, a catecholamine neurotransmitter associated with many psychiatric diseases, is often referred to as the reward or “feel-good” molecule. This may …