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FAU scientist receives $701,000 grant to revolutionize cancer treatment

While chemotherapy has advanced in personalization, personalized radiotherapy in cancer treatment remains underdeveloped. Current cancer treatments—including radiotherapy—are elaborate, lack personalization, and rely heavily on the expertise of medical teams. Medical image analysis and machine learning hold great promise for improving personalized oncology. However, challenges such as restricted high-quality data and data complexity remain. Dr. Wazir […]

Excess fat in these areas increases the risk of Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s disease, research warns

Excess body weight increases the risk of neurodegenerative diseases, but studies have shown that it is not always just the total body weight that matters, but also the body composition. Scientists have found that people who store fat around their abdomen and arms have a higher risk of developing Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s disease compared to […]

Chronic and fresh anxiety linked to increased risk of dementia

In a study published in Journal of the American Geriatrics SocietyBoth chronic and fresh anxiety were associated with an increased risk of dementia. However, where anxiety subsided, there was no association with dementia risk. The study involved 2,132 people with an average age of 76 who participated in the Hunter Community Study in Australia and […]

Modern Treatment for Male Androgenetic Alopecia? Study Identifies Body Sugar That Plays a Key Role

The latest findings by scientists from the University of Sheffield in England and COMSATS University in Pakistan could bring hope to millions of men around the world struggling with androgenetic alopecia. Androgenetic alopecia is the main cause hair loss in men, affecting up to 50% of the world’s male population. This condition usually begins with […]

Revolutionary ATP Imaging Technique Sheds Airy on Energy Production by Kidney Cells

The incidence of kidney disease is rising in Japan, now affecting one in eight adults, but developing effective treatments remains a challenge. The kidneys are among the most energy-hungry organs in the body. To function, they constantly produce and utilize gigantic amounts of adenosine triphosphate (ATP), a chemical the body uses to store and transport […]

Studies have shown that the fiber in popular cereals helps with weight loss.

Could losing weight be as uncomplicated as eating a bowl of oatmeal in the morning? According to a fresh study, the answer may be yes. Scientists have identified a type of fiber commonly found in oats and barley that shows significant weight loss potential. Latest test published in the Journal of Nutrition found that beta-glucan, […]

The golden medicine for contemporary health problems

In a review article published in the journal NutrientsThe authors summarized the results of previous research on the importance of saffron and its by-products in the prevention and treatment of a number of human diseases. Review: Saffron (Crocus sativus L.) and its by-products: health effects in internal medicine. Photo source: ZhakYaroslav / Shutterstock Background Saffron, […]

Brain-boosting mushroom gummies may contain illegal hallucinogens, experts warn

Legality doesn’t always equate to safety, scientists warn. A recent investigation found that many mushroom gummies advertised as having brain-boosting properties contain harmful and illegal hallucinogens that aren’t listed on the label. After reports that five people, including a 3-year-old, had become ill after consuming brain-boosting gummies, experts from the University of Virginia’s Blue Ridge […]

Biden administration tightens brokers’ access to healthcare.gov to prevent fraudulent sign-ups

The Biden administration on Friday introduced tough restrictions aimed at preventing unscrupulous insurance brokers from changing consumers’ plans under the Affordable Care Act without their consent. The announcement was in response to mounting consumer complaints. The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services said Friday that in the first six months of the year, more than […]

Delayed dinner, long eating hours linked to depression and anxiety in shift workers

It’s not just what you eat, but also when you eat that affects your health. The study found that meal timing plays a key role in mental well-being, with delayed meal schedules linked to higher rates of depression and anxiety, especially among shift workers. A study published in journal Jama Network examined the relationship between […]