Clec14a protein found to play vital role in regulating bone formation and density
New research highlights the role of the Clec14a protein in capillary endothelial cells in controlling bone growth and maturation. The study explores the orchestrating role of this protein in osteoblast…
Potential New Standard of Care for Leptomeningeal Metastases
Proton craniospinal irradiation (CSI) has emerged as a new standard of care for treating leptomeningeal metastases, a serious complication of cancer. A study presented at the American Society for Radiation…
Here’s How Early Sleep Benefits Them
Research has shown that children who go to bed earlier have a greater diversity of beneficial gut bacteria and lower amounts of harmful microbes. A study conducted on 88 healthy…
Even Political Rivals Agree That Medical Debt Is an Urgent Issue
Both Democrats and Republicans in state legislatures are working together to address the nation's medical debt crisis with new laws to curb aggressive hospital billing and expand charity care for…
Sozinibercept combination therapy shows promising visual acuity gains in wet AMD
At the Euretina congress, Timothy L. Jackson, PhD, MBChB, discussed the phase 2b trial results of sozinibercept for neovascular age-related macular degeneration. Sozinibercept targets VEGF-C and VEGF-D and is used…
Alleged Pfizer threats to former execs; payments to peer reviewers
Another workweek is coming to an end, prompting daydreams of weekend plans. The author's agenda is full, including celebrating a 90th birthday, spending time with family, and hosting a listening…
1 in 4 adults suspect undiagnosed ADHD, survey finds
A survey conducted by The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center found that 25% of adults suspect they have undiagnosed ADHD, but only 13% have discussed it with a doctor.…
Computational tools for unlocking the secrets of the genome
A collection of 20 computational methods and their applications in genomics, including spatial, single-cell, and long-read sequencing, is published by Genome Research in collaboration with the International Conference on Research…
Substance Use Screening More Common in Marginalized Teens
A study found that Black, American Indian, and Hispanic adolescents, as well as girls and Medicaid-insured adolescents, are more likely to undergo screening for alcohol or drugs at trauma centers…
What We’re Still Getting Wrong in Cancer Care — Glaring Gaps in the Face of Astonishing Advancements
Advancements in cancer care have led to more survivors, but challenges remain. The patient experience is poor, the workforce is strained, and costs are high. Early detection is crucial, but…