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Fentanyl and Stimulants Lead the Fourth Wave in U.S. Overdose Crisis

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New research in the scientific journal Addiction highlights a concerning trend: US overdose deaths involving both fentanyl and stimulants have risen over 50-fold since 2010. By 2021, stimulants dominated fentanyl-linked overdose cases in all US states. This ‘fourth wave’ in the opioid overdose crisis presents numerous challenges for medical professionals, especially with the limited effectiveness …

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Toxic Dust From Engineered Stone Endangers U.S. Workers

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Workers crafting artificial stone slabs for countertops in the U.S. are contracting a fatal lung disease, silicosis, due to toxic dust exposure, a study by UC San Francisco and UCLA reveals. The heightened risk, stemming from high silica concentration in engineered stone, has especially impacted young Latino immigrants, causing severe health issues and fatalities since …

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A Revolutionary New Treatment for Brain Tumors

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Researchers have developed bio-nanoantennae that, when electrically stimulated, can target and kill specific brain cancer cells. This ‘quantum therapeutic’ approach offers a promising new direction in cancer treatment. Scientists have discovered innovative new method to target and kill cancer cells in hard-to-treat brain tumors using electrically charged molecules to trigger self-destruction, that could be developed …

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Sticking to a Mediterranean Lifestyle Can Reduce Your Risk of Death

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By Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health September 9, 2023 New research indicates that following a Mediterranean lifestyle can reduce all-cause, cancer, and cardiovascular mortality risks. The research, done on a UK population, highlights the transferability and benefits of adopting the Mediterranean lifestyle beyond its origin. The study is one of few to explore …

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Unexpected Discovery Opens New Possibilities for Hearing Restoration

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Researchers have developed a new method to deliver gene therapy via cerebrospinal fluid to restore hearing in deaf mice by repairing inner ear hair cells. This discovery, made possible by utilizing the brain’s natural fluid flow and a backdoor into the cochlea, may be a significant step towards restoring hearing in humans with gene therapy. …

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Scientists Discover That a Southeast Asian Ginger Has Anti-Cancer Properties

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Researchers have found that Kencur, a tropical plant in the ginger family, and its main active component, ethyl p-methoxycinnamate (EMC), significantly inhibit cancer cell growth. The team identified mitochondrial transcription factor A (TFAM) as a key factor in this anti-cancer effect. A type of ginger from Southeast Asia could serve as a possible ingredient for …

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New 3D Model Sheds New Light on Brain-Immune Interactions

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Researchers have developed a 3D human cellular model to study the complex interactions between immune cells and brain cells in Alzheimer’s disease (AD). The model has revealed how specific immune cells amplify brain damage in AD, offering new targets for potential therapies. The model offers valuable perspectives on the progression of AD and may speed …

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Your Gut Bacteria Could Provide an Early Warning

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Researchers at Washington University in St. Louis found that individuals in the earliest stages of Alzheimer’s have distinct gut bacteria compared to healthy peers, suggesting the gut microbiome might help predict or treat dementia. The study, conducted on cognitively normal participants, highlighted the gut-brain link, but it remains unclear if gut changes cause brain changes …

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How Modern Life Disrupts Our Internal Clocks

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Scientists have employed mathematical models to understand the impact of disruptions on circadian rhythms, discovering that even minor disturbances can enhance neuron connections in the brain’s master clock. Understanding Circadian Rhythm Disruptions Through Mathematical Models Researchers are using mathematical models to gain insights into the impacts of various disruptions on the body’s circadian rhythms. These …

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