Cart is empty Brigham researchers studying how and why certain cell types proliferate in the gut found that xanthine, which is found in coffee, tea and chocolate, may play a role in Th17 differentiation. Insights may help investigators better understand gut health and the development of conditions such as inflammatory bowel disease.
Researchers shed light on role of Tip60 enzyme in genetic disruptions that cause Alzheimer’s disease
Researchers from Drexel University have uncovered a novel regulatory mechanism in the brain that is essential for making the right kinds of proteins that promote healthy brain function, and its malfunctioning may be an early contributor of the development of Alzheimer’s disease.
Holes in ‘One Health Network’ coverage leave vulnerable communities in Global South
A new research paper assessing the characteristics of One Health Networks (OHNs) globally reveals that investment in OHNs has not been equitably distributed around the world and that engagement across sectors and with a diverse array of stakeholders is sorely lacking.
Study finds COVID-19 pandemic has long-lasting effects on adolescent mental health and substance use
The COVID-19 pandemic has had a long-lasting impact on adolescent mental health and substance use, according to a new population-based study based on survey responses from a nationwide sample of over 64,000 13–18-year-old North American and Icelandic adolescents assessed prior to and up to two years into the pandemic.
New guideline introduces recommendations for optimal timing of elective hip or knee arthroplasty
The American College of Rheumatology (ACR) and the American Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons (AAHKS) have released a summary of its new guideline titled “the Optimal Timing of Elective Hip or Knee Arthroplasty for Patients with Symptomatic Moderate to Severe Osteoarthritis or Osteonecrosis Who Have Failed Nonoperative Therapy.”
Researchers: Robust billing and coding system needed for psychedelic therapies
When psychedelic therapies begin to gain regulatory approval, they will need to be incorporated into the medical billing and coding system in a way that ensures equitable patient access. A new article that presents a robust medical billing and coding strategy is published in the inaugural issue of Psychedelic Medicine.
Effects of the COVID-19 pandemic on patients with NMO spectrum disorders and MOG-antibody-associated diseases
In times of crisis, it is advantageous for people with rare diseases to receive care in highly specialized centers. This is underlined by an MHH study. It shows that the people with the autoimmune diseases NMOSD and MOGAD cared for there came through the COVID 19 pandemic well.
Immune infiltration in atherosclerosis is mediated by cuproptosis-associated ferroptosis genes
In a new study published in the journal Cardiovascular Innovations and Applications, the authors identified cuproptosis-associated ferroptosis genes in the atherosclerosis microarray of the Gene Expression Omnibus (GEO) database and explored hub gene-mediated immune infiltration in atherosclerosis. Immune infiltration plays a crucial role in atherosclerosis development.
US to tighten control of PFAS chemicals in drinking water
U.S. water utilities will be required to remove certain “forever chemicals” from drinking water as the Biden administration sets first-ever limits on perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl compounds, better known as known as PFAS.
People with personality disorders are more likely to sign up for psychology studies—here’s why that’s a problem
Many psychological studies rely on participants to give up their time to take part in experiments or complete questionnaires. They take part because they get paid or because they are required to as part of their university course. But, beyond this, not much is known about what motivates people to take part in these studies.