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Overall rates of long-term survival following stroke are improving, but Black individuals experience worse long-term outcomes compared to white individuals,...

National Institutes of Health grant could mean progress toward improved outcomes for stroke patients

The Associate Dean of Research at the University of Tennessee Health Science Center’s College of Nursing has received a two-year,...

Microglial-derived C1q integrates into neuronal ribonucleoprotein complexes and impacts protein homeostasis in the aging brain.

New study reveals critical role of C1q protein in neuronal function and aging

BOSTON, Mass. (July 15, 2024)—A groundbreaking study conducted at the lab of Beth Stevens, PhD, at Boston Children’s Hospital has...

Infected mammary glands under microscope

Receptors make dairy cows a prime target for influenza, ISU team finds

AMES, Iowa – As highly pathogenic avian influenza has spread in dairy herds across the U.S., the virus is being...

Study unveils complexity of zoonotic transmission chains

— Researchers from the Complexity Science Hub and the University of Veterinary Medicine Vienna have dissected the complex interactions involved...

Nicole Gerardi-Lukens works on exercises to improve pelvic floor function with occupational therapist Tessa Ladd.

Survey finds most americans believe pain and urinary leakage is normal for women after having children

Orlando, Fla - A new national survey by the Orlando Health Advanced Rehabilitation Institute finds most Americans believe it’s normal...

ReMDO announces inaugural Piedmont Triad Regenerative Medicine Engine Ecosystem Summit in Winston-Salem, North Carolina

Winston-Salem, North Carolina – July 12, 2024 - The RegenMed Development Organization (ReMDO) invites researchers, industry and academia to the...

Brain inflammation triggers muscle weakness after infections

Infections and neurodegenerative diseases cause inflammation in the brain. But for unknown reasons, patients with brain inflammation often develop muscle...

Tree growth is affected by the interaction of complex physiological processes among various organs, and resource availability is the key factor

Impacts of extreme drought on forest ecosystems reveal species-specific adaptation differences

A recent study from China has shed light on the profound impacts of extreme droughts on forest ecosystems, particularly in...

Real-life ‘stillsuit’: Dune-inspired upgrade for spacesuits allow astronauts to recycle urine into water

Astronauts on spacewalks famously have to relieve themselves inside their spacesuits. Not only is this uncomfortable for the wearer and...

Increased Pulse Consumption Leads to Positive Health Outcomes

New scientific review shows numerous links between pulse consumption and positive health outcomes

Credit: The Coalition for the Advancement of Pulses Journal Nutrients DOI 10.3390/nu16101435 Method of Research Systematic review Subject of Research...

Racial disparities in dementia determined by social factors

Racial disparities in dementia are due to social determinants of health, with genetic ancestry playing no role, according to a...

Nearly one in 10 pregnant people who get COVID will develop long COVID

Nearly one in 10 people who get COVID while pregnant will go on to develop long COVID, a report publishing...

Respiratory bacteria ‘turns off’ immune system to survive

Researchers from The University of Queensland have identified how a common bacterium is able to manipulate the human immune system...

Neighborhood impact on children’s well-being shifted during COVID-19 pandemic, ECHO study suggests

The COVID-19 pandemic significantly disrupted daily life and has raised concerns about its impact on children’s well-being. A new study...

Graphical abstract depicting the results of a Bayesian network meta-analysis of the risk of dementia and Alzheimer’s disease (AD) associated with antidiabetic drugs

Metformin and other antidiabetic drugs can help reduce the risk of dementia in patients with type 2 diabetes

Ann Arbor, July 11, 2024 – Investigators analyzing the potential cognitive effects of antidiabetic medications in records of more than...

Analysis of two patients with 18q deletion syndrome revealed T-cell abnormalities in addition to B-cell abnormalities

Uncovering late-onset combined immune deficiency in chromosome 18q deletion syndrome