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FridaySep 30, 2022 11:12 am

UC San Diego Offers New Radiation Therapy That Prevents Tumor Regrowth

University of California San Diego recently began to administer a new radiation therapy for brain cancer treatment that slows down tumor regrowth and protects healthy tissue in the brain. UC San Diego neurosurgeon Marc Schwartz stated that this new therapy could help improve the quality of life of some patients and extend their lifespan. Data from the American Cancer Society shows that more than 25,000 individuals are diagnosed with malignant brain cancer in America annually. Aggressive brain tumors have a high chance of recurrence and are usually resistant to treatment. The new approach, which has been approved by the FDA,…

ThursdaySep 29, 2022 11:07 am

Breakthrough Test May Make It Easier to Diagnose Parkinson’s Using Skin Swabs

Researchers at the University of Manchester have developed a new technique to detect Parkinson’s disease. The study was based on an observation made by one individual who found out that they could distinguish Parkinson’s disease in individuals from their body odor, even before their clinical symptoms began to present. The study discovered lipids of high molecular weight that were significantly more active in individuals with Parkinson’s disease, which is a brain disorder that causes movements to be uncontrollable. This may cause stiffness, shaking and difficulty with balance and coordination. In the long term, individuals with this disorder may find it…

WednesdaySep 28, 2022 12:17 pm

Better Screening, Treatment Advances Have Reduced Cancer Fatalities

A recently published report has found that prevention strategies, diagnostic tools and exceptional strides in cancer treatments have driven down cancer mortality rates. The report, which was published by the American Association for Cancer Research, highlighted that over the last 20 years, cancer death rates have dropped considerably. As a result, the number of cancer survivors in America is currently more than 18 million, which is about three million higher than the figure recorded in the early ‘70s. Earlier this year, President Joseph Biden relaunched an initiative called “Cancer Moonshot,” which is focused on obtaining more funding for cancer research,…

MondaySep 26, 2022 10:30 am

UBC Scientists Believe Insulin Tablet to Treat Diabetes May Soon Be Available

A team of scientists at the University of British Columbia has revealed that it is close to developing an insulin pill. Insulin is a hormone the pancreas produces. This hormone is used to control the amount of sugar or glucose in the blood. Insulin deficiency can cause increased blood sugar as well as severe health issues such as heart disease, blindness, nerve damage, kidney problems, amputation and erectile dysfunction. Currently, the only way to administer insulin is through injections with syringes, pens or pumps. A few years ago, however, MIT researchers developed a capsule that could inject up to 300…

ThursdaySep 22, 2022 12:38 pm

New Research Finds Thinning Retina May Signal Onset of Alzheimer’s

Alzheimer’s is a progressive neurological disease that causes brain cells to shrink and die. It is characterized by memory problems, visual-spatial issues and impaired judgment. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimates that around 5.8 million Americans have Alzheimer’s disease and similar dementias. Although there is no cure for Alzheimer’s disease, early diagnosis of the neurological condition can allow for treatment and a better quality of life. Researchers have long theorized that eyes, specifically the retina, can act as a window into the brain and allow physicians to diagnose Alzheimer’s during the early stages. Backed by a growing…

WednesdaySep 21, 2022 2:16 pm

Study Finds Using Social Media May Negatively Affect Youths’ Mental Health

In 2004, Mark Zuckerberg launched Facebook, and within days, some 600 students had created their accounts on the social platform. Today, the number of users on the platform stands at 2.93 billion. Researchers theorize that the expansion of this social platform may have affected the mental well-being of youth. This is backed by CDC data, showing that between 2000 and 2007, the suicide rate among individuals aged between 10 and 24 was stable. However, in the period between 2007 and 2017, the rate increased by 57%. Given this trend, it is important to understand the relationship between the use of…

TuesdaySep 20, 2022 11:07 am

Scientists Discover Unexpected Way in Which Air Pollution Causes Cancer

Scientists have for the longest time believed that cancer begins to develop when cells in the body acquire more mutations and multiply at an abnormal rate. However, new research has shed light on how air pollution can cause cancer, a discovery that could completely change the understanding of how tumors develop. This study, which was conducted by scientists at the Francis Crick Institute in London, found that air pollution was awakening old damaged cells in the body instead of damaging healthy cells. The investigators, who are also based at University College London, were focused on finding what could trigger the…

MondaySep 19, 2022 10:42 am

New Study Finds Hypertension Accelerates Bone Aging

A new study has found that high blood pressure (hypertension) may accelerate bone aging, as observed in mice models. The research was presented during this year’s Hypertension Scientific Sessions conference, hosted by the American Heart Association. The researchers’ objective was to understand how high blood pressure contributed to osteoporosis and help find ways to decrease the risk of the bone disease and better protect individuals from experiencing fragility fractures later in life. For their study, the researchers examined inflammation linked to hypertension in mice. This led to the discovery that high blood pressure may be linked to osteoporosis. Hypertension and…

FridaySep 16, 2022 2:17 pm

The US Reaches One Million Organ Transplants

Last week, the United States clocked one million organ transplants. This historic milestone was confirmed by the United Network for Organ Sharing at 12.50 p.m. ET. This private nonprofit organization is in charge of managing the sole organ transplantation and procurement network in the United States, under contract with the federal government. Details about the patient who received this millionth organ are unknown. Additionally, it is unclear what organ brought the number to one million. The first successful organ transplant was carried out decades ago, in 1954. It was conducted at Boston’s Brigham and Women’s Hospital by Dr. Joseph Murray.…

ThursdaySep 15, 2022 12:05 pm

Focused Ultrasound May Offer Easier Way to Treat Brain Tumors Effectively

Glioblastoma is an aggressive cancer that usually occurs in the spinal cord or the brain. While this cancer can occur at any age, it is more common in adults. The average life expectancy for patients with this type of cancer is between 12 to 15 months. Figures from the Glioblastoma Foundation show that while roughly 14,000 individuals are diagnosed with glioblastomas in America annually, less than 5% survive past the five-year mark. This cancer is usually treated with chemotherapy, surgery and radiation but has a high rate of recurrence, which means the tumors have a higher likelihood of coming back.…