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Modified Skin Bacteria Combat Acne by Producing a Common Drug

Researchers have shown a novel approach to combat acne by genetically modifying skin bacteria to produce proteins present in acne medications, highlighting a potential breakthrough in acne treatment. Acne initiates when hair follicles become obstructed with a combination of dead skin cells and sebum, which can lead to inflammation and the development of pimples, bumps, […]

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A Look at Fatty Liver

1 Comment / Healthcare, Science / Eduardo Paulo

The prevalence of non-alcoholic hepatic steatosis, commonly referred to as fatty liver disease, is gaining attention in the media. As suggested by its name, this condition impacts the liver and is on the rise. The associated complications can be significant, and it is essential to explore comprehensive information about fatty liver disease. Too Much Fat

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A Piezoelectric Bone Bandage Speeds Up Fractured Bone Healing

Healthcare, Medicine, Science / Jorge Paka

Scientists have effectively rejuvenated impaired skull bones in mice through the development of an independent biomimetic scaffold. This innovative “bone bandage” incorporates a piezoelectric structure and leverages the growth-enhancing attributes of a naturally occurring mineral. The application of this technique extends to various possibilities in bone regeneration and the broader field of regenerative medicine. Piezoelectric

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Gene Therapy Trial Enables 5 Deaf Children to Hear

Healthcare, Medicine / Jorge Paka

A groundbreaking clinical trial utilizing gene therapy has successfully restored hearing in five children who were born deaf. Within six months, these children regained the ability to recognize speech and engage in conversations, sparking optimism for broader application in the near future. The participants in the trial were afflicted with autosomal recessive deafness 9 (DFNB9),

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Lactose-Intolerant Milk Drinkers may Face a Lower Risk of Type 2 Diabetes

Healthcare / Jorge Paka

Contrary to common beliefs, a recent study suggests that individuals who are lactose intolerant might benefit from daily milk consumption as a preventive measure against diabetes. The study focused on a genetic variant influencing this effect. Previous investigations into the connection between milk consumption and diabetes have yielded varied results. Some studies indicated a correlation,

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FDA Approves the First Prescription Wearable for Low Bone Density

Healthcare / Jorge Paka

The FDA has given its approval to a wearable belt, the first non-drug prescription medical device, that administers targeted vibrations to the spine and hips to treat low bone density, a precursor to osteoporosis. Proven effective in clinical trials, this innovative device provides postmenopausal women with an alternative treatment option compared to traditional vitamin and

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Anti-aging Breakthrough may Boost Middle-Aged Women’s Fertility

1 Comment / Healthcare, Medicine / Jorge Paka

The decline in women’s fertility typically begins in their mid-30s, posing challenges for conceiving in middle age. Scientists have discovered a mechanism that accelerates ovarian aging and have, in mice at least, identified a method to decelerate it, potentially enhancing fertility later in life. Not all our organs age at a uniform rate, and unfortunately,

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Study Dismisses Digital Prostate Exams for Cancer Screening

Applied Science, Healthcare, Medicine, Science / Eduardo Paulo

A recent study discovered that using a digital rectal exam by itself or with a blood test doesn’t enhance the detection of prostate cancer more than just using the blood test alone. This suggests that digital exams may not be as helpful as believed and might not be necessary for screening men without signs of

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The Impact on Your Liver Upon Alcohol Cessation

Anatomy, Biology, Healthcare, Medicine, Science / Ngoma Manuel

According to Greek mythology, the titan Prometheus faced Zeus’s wrath for bestowing fire upon humanity. Chained and tormented by an eagle devouring his liver daily, the myth raises questions about the liver’s regenerative abilities. Delving into reality, this article examines the liver, its susceptibility to alcohol, and its capacity for self-repair. The Liver: Vital Organ

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Bioluminescent Breakthrough: COVID-19 Test Yields Accurate Results in 1 Minute

Epidemiology, Healthcare, Science / Ngoma Manuel

In the post-pandemic era, undergoing a rapid COVID-19 test has become all too familiar. Typically, individuals endure an anxious 15-minute wait before obtaining their results. However, drawing inspiration from bioluminescent crustaceans, a groundbreaking prototype test aims to reduce this waiting time to just one minute significantly. Harnessing Nature’s Glow Bioluminescence, the natural ability to emit

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