New subtype of depression named, could change diagnosis and treatment

For the first time, scientists have identified a new subtype of depression that involves more pronounced cognitive dysregulation, with current treatment missing the mark on helping relieve these symptoms.Continue ReadingCategory: Medical, ScienceTags: … Continue reading New subtype of depression named, could change diagnosis and treatment

Combination therapy a one-two punch to KO aggressive brain cancer

A new study has found that combining radiotherapy with a cancer-targeting virus was more effective at combatting a hard-to-treat, deadly form of brain tumor than using either therapy alone.Continue ReadingCategory: Medical, ScienceTags: Brain cancer, T… Continue reading Combination therapy a one-two punch to KO aggressive brain cancer

Combo therapy trial achieves 94% remission rate for Hodgkin’s lymphoma

A combination of chemotherapy and immunotherapy has proven promising in treating patients with advanced Hodgkin Lymphoma, and removes the need for radiation therapy in kids. In a new phase 3 clinical trial, 94% of patients receiving the combo treatment… Continue reading Combo therapy trial achieves 94% remission rate for Hodgkin’s lymphoma

Nose drops may boost stroke recovery, even after it’s “too late”

Currently, if someone doesn’t receive treatment within a few hours of suffering a stroke, their chances of recovery are greatly diminished. That may one day no longer be the case, however, thanks to newly developed nasal drops.Continue ReadingCategory:… Continue reading Nose drops may boost stroke recovery, even after it’s “too late”

New molecule chops up RNA of “undruggable” common cancer-causing gene

A gene called MYC is implicated in the majority of cancers, but unfortunately it’s often considered “undruggable.” In a new study scientists have developed a molecule that chops up the RNA of this gene, effectively clearing cancer in mice.Continue Read… Continue reading New molecule chops up RNA of “undruggable” common cancer-causing gene

AI IDs 5 kinds of heart failure to guide risk prediction and treatment

Heart failure affects many millions globally but can be caused by multiple factors, requiring different treatments. Now, researchers have trained multiple machine learning models using a large, population-based dataset to identify five subtypes of hear… Continue reading AI IDs 5 kinds of heart failure to guide risk prediction and treatment

Potential antidote to death cap mushroom poisoning identified

Scientists have identified a potential antidote to one of the most poisonous mushrooms, the death cap. Using CRISPR, a team found that a chemical already approved by the FDA can neutralize the toxin and save lives in mouse tests – but there are a few c… Continue reading Potential antidote to death cap mushroom poisoning identified

Experimental system may stop unwanted tremors by subtly zapping muscles

There may be new hope for people who suffer from involuntary muscle tremors. Scientists are developing a partially implanted system that stimulates muscles in order to stop their problematic activity – with a little help from the nervous system.Continu… Continue reading Experimental system may stop unwanted tremors by subtly zapping muscles

Gut-zapping lizard-inspired capsule could boost patients’ appetites

Even though a variety of conditions may cause people to lose their appetite, it’s important for those folks to keep eating in order to recover. A new “electroceutical” ingestible capsule could help, by making them feel hungry … and it was inspired by a… Continue reading Gut-zapping lizard-inspired capsule could boost patients’ appetites

KnitDema glove puts the electronic squeeze on swollen fingers

Hand edema, which is a swelling of the fingers due to the accumulation of fluid from injury or disease, is typically treated via a hand massage performed by a therapist. A new finger-massaging glove, however, may offer a less costly and more accessible… Continue reading KnitDema glove puts the electronic squeeze on swollen fingers