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Date: 2025/05/24 - 09:31

Could a Mediterranean plant extract help treat IBD?

The extract from a Mediterranean plant called the strawberry tree may help prevent and treat ulcerative colitis, a form of IBD, a study in mice suggests.

Date: 2025/05/22 - 20:00

NIH scientists test in an animal model a surgical technique to improve cell therapy for dry AMD

The technique may enable higher doses and combinations of cell therapies.

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Date: 2025/05/21 - 20:00

Why do some people get dementia in middle age?

Protein changes linked to RNA regulation and brain connectivity could help explain how frontotemporal dementia develops in middle age.

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Date: 2025/05/21 - 19:00

Scientists design gene delivery systems for cells in the brain and spinal cord

NIH-funded breakthrough could enable targeted therapies for many neurological disorders.

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Date: 2025/05/21 - 13:31

Alzheimer's affects biological aging, fat metabolism, and gut health, study shows

A new study reveals how Alzheimer’s disease affects different tissues across the entire body — including biological aging, fat metabolism, digestion, and reproduction.

A person holding an Ozempic pen, the active ingredient of which is semaglutide

Date: 2025/05/18 - 16:31

Semaglutide may reduce heart disease risk, even within first 6 months

Semaglutide, available under the brand names Ozempic and Wegovy, may help decrease the risk of major adverse cardiovascular events after just six months of starting the medication, a new study indicates.

Date: 2025/05/17 - 19:00

WWE's John Cena Diagnosed With Skin Cancer Twice After Neglecting SPF

WWE star John Cena’s skin cancer diagnosis is a reminder to wear sunscreen and be proactive about skin cancer prevention. Cena is advocating for sunscreen use, especially for men. Other habits like seeking shade and checking your skin regularly can reduce your risk of skin cancer.

Cut up pieces of collagen and protein bars made out of oats, nuts, and fruits

Date: 2025/05/17 - 18:00

Collagen-based protein bars may help with weight loss, study finds

Participants who had protein bars enriched with collagen not only saw greater weight loss results but also improved cardiometabolic health, a recent study's findings showed.

Two older adults walking on the beach barefoot as one puts an arm over the other and holds their shoes in the other hand

Date: 2025/05/16 - 14:31

Drug that slows Alzheimer's is safe and effective, real-world data shows

Significant adverse events — such as ARIA — with lecanemab, the drug that slows Alzheimer's, is rare and manageable, “real-world” data from people with mild Alzheimer's disease shows.

Date: 2025/05/15 - 21:30

Infant with rare, incurable disease is first to successfully receive personalized gene therapy treatment

NIH-supported gene-editing platform lays groundwork to rapidly develop treatments for other rare genetic diseases.