Home blood tests could spot early heart risks in young adults
A home finger-prick test promises to catch hidden cardiometabolic risks in young adults, if paired with hands-on guidance…
Blood biomarkers offer hope for early detection of interstitial lung disease
UVA Health lung researchers are developing a promising approach to detecting patients at risk of interstitial lung disease…
Drinking soft drinks may fuel depression by altering gut bacteria
Researchers have uncovered a surprising link between everyday soft drink habits and mental health, revealing that even moderate…
Study reveals acidic conditions as key to pancreatic cancer survival
Tumors are not a comfortable place to live: oxygen deficiency, nutrient scarcity, and the accumulation of sometimes harmful…
Using a lab-designed protein to regulate blood glucose levels
Researchers at the Indiana University School of Medicine have discovered a new way to regulate blood glucose levels…
Newborn genomic screening may detect hundreds of additional childhood conditions
Adding genomic sequencing to newborn blood screening would detect hundreds of additional childhood conditions, providing much earlier diagnosis…
The genetic influence of sex on gene expression for blood in pigs | BMC Genomics
Data summary We collected 386 blood samples with matched genotype and gene expression data from the PigGTEx project…
Refined DNA sequencing tool reveals hidden mutations behind aging and cancer
Researchers have refined a powerful DNA sequencing tool that can uncover hidden mutations that occur naturally in our…
SMOC1 gene plays a surprising role in the development of type 2 diabetes
Scientists at City of Hope®, one of the largest and most advanced cancer research and treatment organizations in…
EU ministers test positive for PFAS in their blood, despite forever chemical phase-outs
ADVERTISEMENT PFAS are harmful ‘forever chemicals’ that have been linked to cancer and other serious health risks. This…
Unfavorable patterns of heart health through young adulthood linked to increased CVD risk later in life
Despite progress in past decades to reduce the burden of cardiovascular disease (CVD), it remains the leading cause…
New survey reveals Americans’ perception of the growing need for plasma-derived medicines
International Plasma Awareness Week (IPAW) takes place globally from October 6-10. The week encourages communities around the world…