Trump administration puts freeze on release of health info from government agencies President Donald Trump's administration has placed a freeze on information being released from government health agencies. Jan 24, 2025 0 4
Light-activated ink developed to remotely control cardiac tissue to repair the heart Researchers from Mass General Brigham and collaborating institutions have developed a non-invasive approach to manipulate cardiac tissue activity by using light to stimulate an innovative ink incorporated into bioprinted ... Jan 24, 2025 0 8
Researchers pinpoint keys to cell therapy response for leukemia Dana-Farber Cancer Institute researchers have identified factors that determine whether donor lymphocyte infusion (DLI), a standard therapy for patients with acute myeloid leukemia (AML) who have relapsed after allogenic ... Jan 24, 2025 0 3
VR subway experiment highlights role of sound in disrupting balance for people with inner ear disorder The vestibular system is a network of organs in the inner ears that detects the motions and position of the head. The brain uses this information, along with inputs from the eyes and joints, to maintain the body's balance. Jan 24, 2025 0 37
Lower dexamethasone dose does not impair survival in multiple myeloma For patients with newly diagnosed multiple myeloma (NDMM) receiving dexamethasone induction, dose reductions do not negatively impact survival, according to a study published online Jan. 2 in Blood. Jan 24, 2025 0 0
Scientists uncover how cancer cells hijack T-cells, making it harder for the body to fight back Research led by the Chiba Cancer Center Research Institute in Japan has discovered a surprising way cancer evades the immune system. It essentially hacks the immune cells, transferring its own faulty mitochondrial DNA (mtDNA) ... Jan 24, 2025 report 0 91
Study finds OCD patients' decision making mirrors general population Although obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD) can be treated, research has shown that people with the disorder tend to have a lower quality of life than neurotypical people. Many struggle to achieve the same levels of education ... Jan 24, 2025 0 0
Study highlights pharmacovigilance challenges in CAR T-cell therapies, suggests specific assessment criteria Cases of secondary tumors have been reported as a possible adverse reaction to the treatment of certain blood cancers with CAR T-cells. A recent analysis of the cases reported to the Paul-Ehrlich-Institut highlights the challenges ... Jan 24, 2025 0 0
Guidance developed for diagnosis, management of eosinophilic esophagitis In a clinical guideline issued by the American College of Gastroenterology and published in the January issue of the American Journal of Gastroenterology, recommendations are presented for the diagnosis and management of ... Jan 24, 2025 0 1
Team develops weight loss app that tracks fiber, protein content in meals Many people struggle to maintain a healthy weight, and choosing the optimal meals for weight loss can be challenging. A research team at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign has developed a weight management program ... Jan 24, 2025 0 0