Implant uses brain signals to decode what people are trying to say

Researchers have developed a high-resolution sensor that records brain signals to decode what people are trying to say. While still early days, the device may provide people who’ve lost speech due to neurodegenerative disease with the ability to commun… Continue reading Implant uses brain signals to decode what people are trying to say

Biomarker predicts worsening MS 2 years out, provides treatment window

New research has found that elevation of a biomarker of nerve damage, neurofilament light chain (NfL), predicts the worsening of multiple sclerosis disability up to two years before it occurs. The biomarker provides a timeframe in which interventions c… Continue reading Biomarker predicts worsening MS 2 years out, provides treatment window

High blood insulin levels linked to pancreatic cancer in new study

A new study has found a link between high blood insulin levels, frequently seen in people with obesity and type 2 diabetes, and pancreatic cancer. The researchers say their findings may lead to new cancer prevention strategies and targeting treatments … Continue reading High blood insulin levels linked to pancreatic cancer in new study

Repurposed Parkinson’s drug found to be effective against brain cancer

Researchers have found that a now-discontinued drug used to treat the symptoms of Parkinson’s disease may be effective at treating metastatic breast cancer and the brain metastases that can often result. The repurposed drug has the potential to be a no… Continue reading Repurposed Parkinson’s drug found to be effective against brain cancer

Traditional Chinese medicine found to decrease post-heart-attack risk

A new study has found that a traditional Chinese medicine reduced complications following a serious heart attack, including future heart attacks, stroke and death, and its benefits can last up to a year. The results pave the way for further exploring a… Continue reading Traditional Chinese medicine found to decrease post-heart-attack risk

Fat cats: Study reveals the effects of obesity on feline digestion

A new study has revealed how overeating affects a cat’s digestion and gut microbiome. The greater understanding provided by the study may help to prevent pet obesity and the health problems associated with it.Continue ReadingCategory: Pets, LifestyleTa… Continue reading Fat cats: Study reveals the effects of obesity on feline digestion

Fat cats: Study reveals the effects of obesity on feline digestion

A new study has revealed how overeating affects a cat’s digestion and gut microbiome. The greater understanding provided by the study may help to prevent pet obesity and the health problems associated with it.Continue ReadingCategory: Pets, LifestyleTa… Continue reading Fat cats: Study reveals the effects of obesity on feline digestion

“Super melanin” cream can protect skin from sun damage and heal wounds

Researchers have created a cream containing a souped-up, synthetic version of the free-radical-removing melanin we produce naturally to protect skin from sun damage and accelerate the healing of existing damage. They see it being added to sunscreens an… Continue reading “Super melanin” cream can protect skin from sun damage and heal wounds

“Super melanin” cream can protect skin from sun damage and heal wounds

Researchers have created a cream containing a souped-up, synthetic version of the free-radical-removing melanin we produce naturally to protect skin from sun damage and accelerate the healing of existing damage. They see it being added to sunscreens an… Continue reading “Super melanin” cream can protect skin from sun damage and heal wounds