Genetics
Study finds link between blood components and brain disorders
A Mater Research study has identified a previously unknown genetic link between platelets and Parkinson's Disease, with findings published in Cell Genomics.
Feb 3, 2023
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Psychology & Psychiatry
New study finds depression, poor mental health linked to higher heart disease risks among young adults
Young adults who feel down or depressed are more likely to develop cardiovascular disease (CVD) and have poor heart health, according to a new study led by Johns Hopkins Medicine researchers who analyzed data from more than ...
Jan 30, 2023
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Medical research
Promising gene therapy delivers treatment directly to brain
When Rylae-Ann Poulin was a year old, she didn't crawl or babble like other kids her age. A rare genetic disorder kept her from even lifting her head. Her parents took turns holding her upright at night just so she could ...
Jan 24, 2023
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Pediatrics
Research team develops dried blood spot CRM for newborn screening
Babies undergo a newborn screening test for inherited metabolic disorders within seven days of birth. The test checks for risk factors such as hypothyroidism, phenylketonuria and maple syrup urine disease, which can lead ...
Jan 19, 2023
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Health
When is a hangover an emergency?
During the holiday season, it may seem like opportunities to celebrate are everywhere, and alcohol is often part of the festivities. When it comes to alcohol, though, the key is moderation. Besides the long-term risks of ...
Jan 3, 2023
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Medical research
Xanthan gum-based fluid thickener can help decrease blood glucose levels
Type 2 diabetes mellitus is a common lifestyle disease that is prevalent worldwide. It can often lead to complications, such as diseases of the heart, and increased risk of death, but preventive measures, such as a healthy ...
Dec 27, 2022
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Psychology & Psychiatry
Depression may look different in Black women, says new study
Black women with symptoms of depression more often report sleep disturbances, self-criticism, and irritability than stereotypical symptoms such as depressed mood, according to a new study led by researchers at NYU Rory Meyers ...
Dec 13, 2022
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Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
For patients with sickle cell disease, fertility care is about reproductive justice
Teonna Woolford has always wanted six kids. Why six?
Dec 13, 2022
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Medications
Three things to know about teplizumb, the new diabetes drug
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recently approved a medication that can delay the onset of type 1 diabetes. This marks the first treatment to change the course of this autoimmune disease since the discovery of insulin ...
Dec 9, 2022
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Psychology & Psychiatry
Immune system irregularities found in women with postpartum mood disorders
Women with prolonged mental health problems up to three years after childbirth may be suffering from irregular immune system responses, according to new research by Cedars-Sinai investigators. The findings are published in ...
Dec 2, 2022
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