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Gantenerumab trial for dominantly inherited Alzheimer's halted due to safety concerns. Despite reducing #AmyloidPlaques, the #Treatment showed no significant cognitive benefits and posed serious risks. @TheLancet https://t.co/KSuXtduE8C https://t.co/0CtigTzYmw
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Combining statins with ezetimibe significantly lowers LDL cholesterol and reduces cardiovascular mortality risk. This approach could prevent thousands of deaths annually, suggesting a shift in treatment guidelines. @MayoProceedings https://t.co/tr8mZ71hvQ https://t.co/dCyAgRYn5A
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#Automated #InsulinDelivery significantly enhances glycemic control in type 2 diabetes, reducing HbA1c by 0.9% over 13 weeks, compared to 0.3% with standard therapy, according to a randomized trial. @nejm https://t.co/EJTVPycRZO https://t.co/5IeDxISP8S
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An anti-amyloid drug may halve Alzheimer's dementia risk in genetically predisposed individuals, suggesting early amyloid plaque removal could delay symptom onset. Further research is ongoing. @wustl @TheLancet https://t.co/sNkMskjDld
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Exploring non-genetic theories of #Cancer may address inconsistencies in the genetic mutation paradigm. Embracing holistic views could enhance understanding and treatment of cancer beyond #GeneticMutations. @plos @PLOSBiology https://t.co/PyJUhqn7mJ https://t.co/irWfVUtKgG
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Less than half of Medicaid managed care plans cover all FDA-approved medications for #AlcoholUseDisorder, limiting access to essential treatments. Expanding coverage could address health disparities and improve outcomes. @jamanetworkopen https://t.co/xBaUu9NoL2
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#Prehospital resuscitative thoracotomy can improve survival in traumatic cardiac arrest, especially for cardiac tamponade cases, when performed by physician-led teams within critical timeframes. @JAMASurgery https://t.co/xhBAwND46q https://t.co/tt9PcMRGlt
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Inhibiting calcium channels enhances cardiomyocyte proliferation, presenting a promising strategy for cardiac regeneration and potential new treatments for ischemic #HeartFailure. @BCMHouston https://t.co/l5XXo64Xbj https://t.co/wpMNoeCIfP
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Engineered #StemCells may revolutionize arthritis treatment by delivering drugs in sync with the body's circadian rhythm, potentially reducing symptoms and altering disease progression. @NatureComms https://t.co/IN0GUJdI7O https://t.co/T9mdqQ0V4Q
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#A naturally occurring molecule, BRP, shows promise in reducing appetite and body weight without the side effects of semaglutide. It targets specific brain pathways, offering a potential new approach to obesity treatment. @sumedicine @nature https://t.co/3lir6tHgpX
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Twice-yearly depemokimab significantly reduces #NasalPolyps and obstruction symptoms in #ChronicRhinosinusitis with polyps, offering a promising long-term treatment with a favorable safety profile. @TheLancet https://t.co/ll6X1AY0wa https://t.co/gD1A0HCD8c
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By 2050, over 50% of adults and 33% of children globally are projected to have overweight or #Obesity, posing significant health risks. Urgent policy reforms are essential to address this growing crisis. @thelancet @TheLancet https://t.co/x8bgKW26ak https://t.co/rg142aCMeo
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#Ptsd's impact on hormone levels varies across cultures. Research on Turkana warriors shows no cortisol differences in PTSD cases, unlike Western populations, highlighting cultural influences on stress responses. https://t.co/vd7niJMzs3
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#Omega-3 intake may reduce #InsulinResistance in non-obese rats by modulating inflammation, offering potential insights for non-obese type 2 diabetes management. Further human trials are necessary. https://t.co/49iMEqBqAF https://t.co/g918asqxWC
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Anabolic androgenic steroid use is linked to a significant increase in #CardiovascularDisease risk, with users facing up to nine times higher incidence of cardiomyopathy over long-term follow-up. @CircAHA https://t.co/bQksWTT7Cd https://t.co/NMEOkFB136
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The EPIC study associates high #Adherence to the #MediterraneanDiet with a 6% reduction in obesity-related #Cancer risk, independent of body weight measures, suggesting potential dietary benefits. @jamanetworkopen https://t.co/GwdgAdEyHG https://t.co/CG1jWURXWq
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#Endocannabinoids, the body's own #Marijuana-like molecules, travel through the #Brain in fatty vesicles, unlike traditional neurotransmitters. This discovery may pave the way for new neurological treatments. @unileidennews @PNASNews @biorxivpreprint https://t.co/8yVGBw7nuO
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#DeepFocus offers a minimally invasive method for #DeepBrainStimulation via the nasal cavity, enhancing precision and reducing risks in treating conditions like depression and PTSD. @@CMU_ECE https://t.co/EERuv02FCP https://t.co/w5PVF87uTg
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#A ginger compound, furanodienone, shows promise in treating inflammatory bowel disease by targeting the pregnane X receptor, reducing colon inflammation without major side effects. Further research is needed. @NatureComms https://t.co/VMOgGhBnzZ https://t.co/wjMCU0p35k
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CRISPR-Cas9 gene editing shows potential in removing extra chromosomes in #DownSyndrome at the cellular level, offering a future pathway for novel interventions. Current techniques remain in vitro. @PNASNexus https://t.co/3nZDXiHvgi
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