Investigational drug restores parathyroid function in rare disease
An investigational drug, encaleret, restored calcium levels in people with autosomal dominant hypocalcemia type 1 (ADH1), a rare genetic disorder marked by an imbalance of calcium in the blood and urine, as well as abnormally low levels of parathyroid hormone,…
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The factor that could increase your risk of Parkinson’s disease within 15 years
Parkinson’s disease: Dr Chris on how to spot early signs According to recent research, released on October 2, 2023, loneliness is associated with an increased risk of developing the brain disorder. For the study, the team of researchers analysed the…
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NHS running red hot – warning ahead of winter as waiting list hits 7.75m
Jeremy Vine caller waiting five months for NHS appointment The NHS is “running red hot” ahead of winter, experts have warned after the waiting list for planned treatment hit a record 7.75 million. Data for August showed the total included…
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Medical discovery for sepsis moves to next phase of human trials
Scientists at The Florey have proven that a formulation they pioneered alleviates deadly sepsis, with the next phase of clinical trials to start rolling out across Australia next month. Promising results from an initial clinical trial at the Austin Hospital…
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New red blood cell transfusion guidelines recommend an individualized approach
An international panel of experts co-chaired by Jeffrey Carson, Distinguished Professor of Medicine at Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School, has developed guidelines for new strategies that could help preserve the blood supply and prevent complications that result from transfusions….
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Engineered bacteria paint targets on tumors for cancer-killing T cells to see
For several years, researchers have been successfully using chimeric antigen receptor (CAR) T cells to target specific antigens found on blood cells as a cure for patients with leukemia and lymphoma. But solid tumors, like breast and colon cancers, have…
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Capturing the lay publics opinions on genome editing of human embryos
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Vaccines against COVID-19, the seasonal flu and RSV are our best chance of preventing a winter surge, says researcher
As cold and flu season ramps up, health care experts are once again on high alert for the possibility of a tripledemic, or a surge brought on by the respiratory viruses that cause COVID-19, the flu and respiratory syncytial virus,…
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Sweeteners may affect your gut biome and raise blood sugar levels
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Engineers develop prototype two-armed, joystick-controlled neurosurgical robot
Robots have become common partners in the OR, enabling surgeons to operate through small incisions and manipulate tools endoscopically, avoiding invasive open surgery. But in neurosurgery, robots’ capabilities have been more limited. While they can assist with relatively simple procedures…
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