Category: Medical Research
Varicella-Zoster Virus (VZV) And Herpes Simplex Virus (HSV) Trigger Alzheimer’s Disease Occurrence
Alzheimer’s disease is a neurologic disorder that is characterized by progressive brain atrophy (shrinking of the brain) and the death of brain cells. People who are aged 65 and …Autism Onset Traced to Amygdala Overgrowth Between 6-12 Months: MRI Study Highlights Critical Window for Early Diagnosis
Researchers have long known that autism is a disorder related to the amygdala but have been unable to pinpoint when it begins. A new study by a team from …The Discovery of Possible Harmful Substances in Plastic Toys
It is no longer news that plastic toys made in all parts of the world contain different kinds of harmful chemicals. While this is just a fact, it is …
Dostarlimab (Jemperli) Cures Colorectal Cancer without the Need for Surgery or Chemotherapy
A small clinical trial with 12 participants yielded impressive results: 100% of the colorectal cancer patients saw their cancer disappear. So how does this immunotherapy-based treatment work so effectively? …
Reusable Contact Lenses Could Make You Almost Four Times More Likely to Have Rare Eye Infection
Key Takeaways Reusable contact lenses increase the risk of Acanthamoeba keratitis (AK) nearly fourfold. Wearing contacts overnight or in the shower significantly raises infection risk. Using daily disposable lenses …
Faulty Mitochondria Trigger Insulin Dysfunction in Pancreatic Cells, but ISRIB Restores Blood Sugar Control in Mice
Key Takeaways: Faulty mitochondria in insulin-producing cells trigger a stress response that disrupts blood sugar control, per a University of Michigan study. An experimental drug, ISRIB (Integrated Stress Response …
Precipitation Trends Influence How Often Droughts, Heat Waves Occur Together
Scientists have observed that the occurrence of droughts and heatwaves at the same time has become more common in recent years. Now, a team of researchers has found that …