Archive: 04/06/2021

Using genetically engineered T cells to fight pancreatic cancer

A large international team of researchers has conducted genetic engineering on T cells as a way to combat pancreatic cancer. In their paper published in the journal Nature Biomedical Engineering, the group describes engineering ...

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Cystic fibrosis center prioritizes screening for depression and anxiety

Cystic fibrosis is a genetic, progressive disease that causes persistent lung infections and impacts the most basic physical processes. While recent breakthroughs have significantly extended the lifespan of patients with ...

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Those bereaved during pandemic inform national end of life care survey

The first national UK study focused on those bereaved during the COVID-19 pandemic has found individualised, compassionate palliative care is challenging, but not impossible.

Jun 4, 2021

Gene protection for COVID-19 identified

The first evidence of a genetic link explaining why some people who catch COVID-19 don't become sick has been discovered.

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Study: Intense teen romance, controlling parents predictors for high blood pressure in adulthood

New research from the University of Virginia has found that teens who have intense romantic relationships to the exclusion of self-discovery and healthy friendships may face high blood pressure later in life.

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How useful is personal genetic health information?

Genetics and genomics are increasingly in the news. People can buy genetic tests on the internet, without providing a medical reason or involving a health professional. But how useful is personal genetic health information, ...

Jun 4, 2021

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Training the brain to recognize voices

During the pandemic, people around the world have spent their lives in unusually quiet places—often at home, isolated or bubbled with family or friends. As restrictions ease in North America and parts of Europe, and people ...

Jun 4, 2021

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COVID treatment guidelines could be contributing to rise in black fungus in India

One of the more recent and worrying consequences of COVID-19 in India is the emergence of mucormycosis and other fungal co-infections.

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The dream team: Scientists find drug duo that may cure COVID-19 together

COVID-19 continues to claim lives around the world and is infecting millions more. Although several vaccines have recently become available, making significant strides towards preventing COVID-19, what about the treatment ...

Jun 4, 2021

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COVID-19's impacts on the brain and mind are varied and common

Although COVID-19 was first described as a disease of the lungs, as its relentless march has continued we've realized that it has a far wider reach in the human body. COVID-19 has been associated with skin rashes, bleeding ...

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