Researchers have uncovered a significant mechanism involved in liver fibrosis. Their findings have been published in the journal Gut. The study highlights the extracellular matrix protein 1 (ECM1) as a central component of ...
Dec 9, 2024
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One in ten adults suffer from chronic kidney disease (CKD), a condition characterized by progressive loss of kidney function. Altered kidney function can impact the risk/benefit of many medications. People with advanced chronic ...
Dec 6, 2024
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Peri-implantitis (PI) is a chronic inflammatory disease that affects dental implants, posing challenges in management and exhibiting a high rate of recurrence. Current treatment for PI often mirrors that of periodontitis, ...
Dec 5, 2024
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The perspectives and priorities of people living with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) should be integrated into the development process of new therapies for COPD, according to a new commentary. The article is ...
Dec 4, 2024
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The prevalence of MASLD (metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease) is exploding in most regions of the world, boosted by increased obesity and sedentary lifestyles. MASLD (formerly known as non-alcoholic fatty ...
Dec 4, 2024
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In five states over nearly a decade, hospitals have increased how frequently they document patients as needing the highest intensity care, which has led to hospitals receiving billions in extra payments from health plans ...
Dec 3, 2024
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Who doesn't love to cozy up with a hot water bottle during the colder months? Hot water bottles are a quick, easy and cost effective way of staying warm in winter—but they can also cause serious injury.
Dec 3, 2024
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Scientists have revealed that a toxin found in the blood of patients with chronic kidney disease (CKD) damages the body's protective blood–brain barrier, likely contributing to the risk of stroke.
Dec 3, 2024
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Durable and attractive, engineered stone countertops are a popular feature in modern American kitchens, but the workers who build them are risking their health. A growing number of these countertop workers are developing ...
Dec 2, 2024
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Every 30 seconds, someone in the world will experience a flare-up of their asthma or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) symptoms. For decades, the standard treatment for these potentially life-threatening episodes ...
Nov 29, 2024
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