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Patients with highly inflammatory rheumatoid arthritis are more susceptible to cognitive impairment

In a recent study published in RMD openResearchers assessed cognitive function in rheumatoid arthritis (RA) patients with ongoing inflammatory activity. Test: The Impact of Inflammation on Cognitive Function in Patients with Highly Inflammatory Rheumatoid Arthritis. Photo source: Dragana Gordic/Shutterstock.com Background Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a chronic inflammatory disease that causes inflammation of the synovial membrane […]

Semaglutide weight loss drug may support quit smoking: study

A recent study shows that a popular weight-loss and diabetes drug containing semaglutide can support smokers quit. Researchers made the engaging discovery after analyzing the medical records of more than 200,000 recent users of diabetes medications, including about 6,000 people who started taking semaglutide medications such as Ozempic and Wegovy. In addition to semaglutide, other […]

Penn scientists have found a way to separate the influence of genetic and environmental factors on disease risk.

Every disease is shaped by a genetic component, as well as environmental factors such as air pollution, climate, and socioeconomic status. However, the extent to which genetics or environment play a role in disease risk -; and how much of each can be attributed -; is not well understood. As a result, the actions individuals […]

A modern study has shown that eliminating this food from your diet can reverse the aging process.

Your health is not only affected by what you eat, but also by what you eliminate from your diet. Scientists have now identified a specific product in your daily diet that, when reduced, can potentially reverse the signs of aging. Fruits, vegetables, and a diet luxurious in vitamins and minerals are necessary for well aging. […]

Advanced 3D model recreates hair follicle environment to better assess drug treatment

Hair follicles are convoluted structures that surround the hair root, anchoring it in the skin and providing the hair with grip. At the same time, the area between the skin and the hair follicle provides optimal conditions for the unlimited reproduction of microorganisms. This often leads to chronic inflammation of the hair follicle, which is […]

Studies say moderate drinking does not improve longevity

Thinking about a glass of wine a day to prolong your life? Well, the long-held belief that moderate alcohol consumption prolongs life may be misleading, as scientists have discovered that no amount of alcohol is truly unthreatening for your health. Many studies suggest that moderate drinkers enjoy longer lives and a lower risk of heart […]

Scientists investigate factors influencing SMA in early childhood

Spinal muscular atrophy (SMA) is a sedate neurological disease for which there is currently no cure, although current therapies can alleviate symptoms. In their search for better treatment options, scientists from the DZNE and the Technical University of Dresden are focusing on previously unnoticed abnormalities in embryonic development. They base their argument on research into […]

Obesity increases hospitalization for dengue in children: study

Could a person’s body mass index affect the severity of dengue infection? Researchers have found a significant link between childhood obesity and an increased likelihood of hospitalization for dengue in a large-scale study. Dengue, a mosquito-borne viral disease, hit a record high last year, affecting more than 6.5 million people and causing more than 7,300 […]

Inflammation may not be the key to fighting liver fibrosis in MAFLD

UCLA Health researchers have uncovered recent information about the role of inflammation in mitigating liver fibrosis, which is associated with metabolic fatty liver disease (MAFLD), one of the most common diseases in the world, affecting up to 40 percent of American adults. While inflammation in the liver has long been thought to be a prerequisite […]

Pesticide utilize on farms poses cancer risk similar to smoking: study

Pesticides are imperative for achieving high crop yields and ensuring food security, but at what cost to human health? The study adds to growing concerns by revealing that the cancer risk associated with pesticide utilize in agriculture is similar to that of smoking. The cancer risks of smoking are well-known, but scientists are now making […]