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World first test to detect diabetics at risk of kidney disease
In a world first international study led by Monash University researchers in Australia, the genetic markers for people with diabetes at risk of developing kidney disease have been identified. The study opens the way for the development of a test that could predict those adults with Type 1 diabetes at…
Exploring the effect of an autism-associated mutation on protein movements
The processes of DNA replication and transcription may introduce torsional (or twisting) strains in the DNA structure. These topological problems are relieved by an enzyme called topoisomerase II (TOP2) via a series of reactions. An important enzyme in this regard, TOP2 has an evolutionarily conserved structure comprising an N-terminal ATPase…
Poorer health outcomes for at-risk patients with fractures
People at high risk of fracture who also have complex or multiple chronic medical conditions are less likely to receive treatment for the underlying osteoporosis and also have poorer health outcomes, according to a new study from the Garvan Institute of Medical Research. These patients have an increased risk of…
40 simple tips to keep your brain healthy, according to experts
From getting off the bus one stop early to ‘dad dancing’ and playing chess: 40 simple lifestyle tips to keep your brain healthy, according to experts Alzheimer’s Research UK compiled a list of 40 different ‘small positive changes’ Learning new skills including baking can help ward off dementia in old…
The 12 lifestyle factors which raise risk of dementia REVEALED
The 12 lifestyle factors which raise risk of dementia REVEALED: Experts claim hundreds of thousands of cases could be avoided if people got more sleep, kept active and cut back on booze Regular hearing checks among 12 lifestyle factors that could slash dementia risk But only a third of Brits…
Researchers identify new therapeutic approach to prevent ARDS
A novel peptide designed by University of California, Irvine researchers has been found to suppress the damaging lung inflammation seen in acute respiratory distress syndrome, or ARDS. The study, which appears in iScience, describes the first specific treatment designed to prevent the deadly disease, which can appear in patients with…
Nitrite additives associated with increased risk of type 2 diabetes
Nitrites and nitrates occur naturally in water and soil and are commonly ingested from drinking water and dietary sources. They are also used as food additives to increase shelf life. A study publishing January 17 in the open access journal PLOS Medicine by Bernard Srour of the Nutritional Epidemiology Research…
Novel framework provides ‘measuring stick’ for assessing patient matching tools
Accurate linking of an individual’s medical records from disparate sources within and between health systems, known as patient matching, plays a critical role in patient safety and quality of care, but has proven difficult to accomplish in the United States, the last developed country without a unique patient identifier. In…
Dementia: Social isolation may increase risk by 28%
A new analysis of data from a large, nationally representative group of older Americans finds an association between being socially isolated and developing dementia. People at risk are those who only infrequently have contact with others and have few active relationships. The study’s finding suggests that by remaining or becoming…