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Liver medicine
Common gastrointestinal conditions are painful, but treatable
photo of a person with acid reflux
There was a time when dealing…
Liver transplantation: procedure, stages and survival
Liver transplant surgery involves replacing a diseased liver with a healthy liver from a living or deceased donor. Recovery can take up to 1 year and 5-year survival rates can be as high as 75%.One person will work with a multidisciplinary…
Patients with liver disease and COVID report additional difficulties
The COVID-19 pandemic has had a dramatic impact on the daily lives of patients with chronic liver disease, according to a global cross-sectional…
Can bergamot help lower cholesterol?
Bergamot is a yellow citrus fruit native to the southern region of Italy. The fruit contains many natural substances that can be beneficial to health. Although more research is needed, there is some evidence to suggest that bergamot may…
Sustained Efficacy for Preventing Pulmonary Progression of Drugs in Systemic Sclerosis
Patients with systemic sclerosis-related interstitial lung disease (ILD) continued to see less progression when treated with nintedanib (Ofev) in…
Are PSC and ulcerative colitis related?
Researchers have established a link between primary sclerosing cholangitis (PSC) and ulcerative colitis (UC). PSC is a rare disease that causes scarring in the bile ducts of the liver.Scarring can ultimately lead to liver damage and…
Launch of Regular Liver Transplant OPD at Max Hospital – Jammu and Kashmir Latest News |…
Medical Director of Max Mohali Hospital Dr Atul Sachdev and others during the launch of OPD Liver Transplant at the hospital.
Excelsior CorrespondentCHANDIGARH, July 16: A regular Liver Transplant OPD!-->!-->!-->!-->…
First Patient Treated in EMBARK CAN108 (Maralixibat) Phase 2 Biliary Atresia Study in China
BEIJING AND CAMBRIDGE, Mass.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--CANbridge Pharmaceuticals Inc. (HKEX:1228), a leading global biopharmaceutical company based in China and the United States, engaged in the research, development and commercialization…
Needing immediate care, liver transplant candidate drops out of Blue Cross | New
Madison's Frank Dungan is in need of a liver transplant, but the…
Parents accused of exposing their baby to methamphetamine arrested
The parents of a 9-month-old boy who allegedly tested positive for having methamphetamine in his system last year both pleaded not guilty last week in Garland County Circuit Court to criminal charges of child exposure to!--This>…
US abortion ruling threatens access to arthritis medication
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When Melissa, a nurse from the US state of Alabama, picked up her usual prescription medication for rheumatoid arthritis last week, she was told the medication was on hold while the pharmacist checked that she wasn't going to…
Access to care for cirrhosis, mortality varies widely around the world
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My transplant opened my eyes to the need for donors for people of color
I was thrilled for Roth. He is not only alive, he is a recipient and witness of pure human kindness. Organs are finite resources, as are the donors - living and deceased - who are willing to share them. I also have a donor to thank. I had…
Pharma reacts to post-Roe; Drugmakers step up cyber defense; Boehringer, Roche quietly quit drugs;…
On Tuesday, June 14, Endpoints News EIC John Carroll sat down with a group of biotech executives to discuss the bear market in the industry's stocks and how they were dealing with it. Here is the conversation,…
Kissing can spread norovirus; Mood related to bowel preparation symptoms; Anti-TNF &…
NIH scientists have found that enteric viruses such as norovirus and rotavirus can replicate and spread through saliva, making talking, coughing,…
Punjab budget 2022-23: Mohali to get another medical institute
As part of a major health infrastructure boost for Mohali, the AAP-led government of Punjab announced in its first budget on Monday another super-specialty medical institute for the district.Finance Minister Harpal Singh Cheema during the…
Using medical microbots to treat liver cancerNews
A microscopic wire called a "catheter" is inserted into a blood vessel.
When a substance that can block the blood vessels is introduced into the catheter, the circulation of blood and the supply of nutrients are interrupted.
This…
Lipid nanoparticles carry gene-editing cancer drugs beyond tumor defenses : Newsroom
Daniel Siegwart, Ph.D.
DALLAS – June 23, 2022 – As they grow, solid tumors surround themselves with a thick wall of molecular defenses that are difficult to penetrate. Getting drugs past this barricade is!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->…
PharmaNest will showcase Eight Digital Pathology and AI
PRINCETON, NJ, June 20, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- PharmaNest, an emerging leader in quantitative digital pathology and artificial intelligence, today announces that it will present, along with its collaborators, eight presentations at the…
Intellia Therapeutics in Prese – GuruFocus.com
Oral presentation to include additional data on patient durability treated with NTLA-2001, the first-ever systemically administered live Experimental CRISPR therapySubmission must include data supporting fixed-dose selection into the…
New kidney transplant approach could eliminate need for immune drugs, report says
Three children who have undergone kidney transplants in California will likely be spared having to take anti-rejection drugs, thanks to an innovative technique that eliminates the need for lifelong immunosuppression, according to…
Targeting macropinocytosis may be an effective therapeutic approach for hepatocellular carcinoma
Researchers from the Department of Pathology, School of Clinical Medicine, LKS Faculty of Medicine, University of Hong Kong (HKUMed) have identified a novel metabolic mechanism in liver cancer cells, whereby macropinocytosis,…
Drinking alcohol increases the risk of a deadly type of cancer
In most cases of cancer, the exact cause is unknown. This is because multiple factors - genetic, environmental and behavioral - often come together at the same time, making you…
Insurer must pay $5.2 million to woman who caught STD in car
June 8, 2022 -- A Missouri lawsuit adds a new twist to the type of "bodily harm" in an insurance-covered car.This week, a three-judge panel in the State Court of Appeals, Western District, upheld a $5.2 million settlement by a woman who…
AUTEM THERAPEUTICS RAISE $10 MILLION IN SERIES A-1 FUNDING
Hanover, NH and Sao Paulo, Brazil, June 06, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Autem Therapeutics LLC (“Autem Therapeutics” or “the Company”), an emerging oncology therapeutic and bioelectrical technology company, announced the closing of its $10…
Diabetes drug could be a game-changer for obesity, new study finds
A drug recently approved to treat type 2 diabetes is also extremely effective in reducing obesity, according to a new study.The drug, called tirzepatide, acts on two natural hormones that help control blood sugar and are involved in sending…
Aging does not influence liver turnover, research finds
The liver has a unique ability to regenerate after damage. However, it was not known whether this ability decreases with age. International scientists led by Dr. Olaf Bergmann from the Dresden Center for Regenerative…
Interactive web portal details the extent of splicing events in non-coding sequences
An online tool reveals the extent of gene restructuring events in non-coding sequences.
An interactive web portal developed by KAUST scientists provides a platform for cancer researchers to interrogate how RNA splicing in the…
Dabdoub Law Firm Retrieves Disability Benefits From Famous Liver Transplant Surgeon In US District…
Federal Court holds Ameritas Life Insurance Corporation liable for breach of contract and confirms that liver transplant surgery is a professionally recognized medical specialty.
CHICAGO, May 27, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- In Millis v.…
Treatment of myelodysplastic syndrome by hyp
Hypomethylating agents (HMAs) are currently used as first-line treatment for patients with myelodysplastic syndrome (MDS), and increasingly in other diseases, but their mechanism of action is…
Liver Disease Diagnostics Market 2022 by Key Players and Suppliers Abbott, Horiba Medical, Randox…
New Jersey (USA) – The Liver Disease Diagnostics market research is an intelligence report with meticulous efforts undertaken to study the correct and valuable information. The data that has been reviewed takes into account…
Only Fools And Horses star Patrick Murray announces his lung cancer is ‘cured’ | Ents…
British sitcom star Patrick Murray has said his lung cancer was 'cured' and a tumor found in his liver was 'shrinking' in response to treatment.Murray, 65, who played Mickey Pearce in Only Fools And Horses, revealed his…
Newborn baby shows liver damage after first dose of Remdesivir: The Tribune India
Tribune press service
Naina MishraChandigarh, May 20IGP researchers have reported a bizarre case of a 14-day-old Covid-19 positive child showing…
Mysterious childhood hepatitis outbreak reaches New Jersey
The epidemic of mysterious cases of hepatitis in children has spread to New Jersey.The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is investigating four pediatric cases in the Garden State that may be linked to acute liver disease, the state…
Paracetamol: side effects include ‘fatal’ liver damage – ‘talk to…
"An overdose of paracetamol can cause serious side effects," says the NHS. "Don't be tempted to increase the dose or take a double dose if your pain is very bad." This warning is based on the popular painkiller's ability to cause liver or…
Liver disease during the COVID-19 pandemic
Americans were plagued by sedimentary lifestyles long before the COVID-19 pandemic.Teenagers opting for video games over sports, office workers spending long hours without a break, and other down time watching television negatively impact…
Sonu Sood reveals how he gets his charity work sponsored
In a new interview, Sonu Sood shared how he manages finances by helping those in need. The actor has become a household name during the Covid pandemic for his charity work.
Sonu Sood said in a new interview that when asked to promote a…
GlucoTrust Review – Does It Really Work?? Must read before buying!! {Latest Report 2022}…
GlucoTrust is made with a unique formula that helps control blood pressure in people with diabetes. Apart from this advantage, it also has several other advantages. It helps prevent type I and type II diabetes. It promotes the production…
Promising results shown in the treatment of g
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Changes in blood fats and other markers of it
A new study presented this year at the European Congress on Obesity (ECO) in Maastricht, the Netherlands, and simultaneously published in Obesity Research and Clinical Practice, found that changes…
Ultrasound as a treatment for liver cancer shows promise
An animal study on histotripsy suggests that powerful, focused ultrasound could be a way to treat liver cancer. This is a preliminary study. Much more research will need to be done before the technology is accepted as safe and effective.…
Medical Moment: Busting Cholesterol Myths
(WNDU) - In the United States, 12% of people age 20 or older have high cholesterol. Cholesterol is a waxy substance found in your blood. Your body needs cholesterol to build healthy cells, but high levels of cholesterol can increase your…
James Argent revisits romance to focus on addiction recovery
Former The Only Way is Essex star James Argent has revealed romance has been on the back burner as he focuses on recovering from addictionJames Argent attends the world premiere of 'Fantastic Beasts: Dumbledore's Secrets' at the Royal…
Now you can manage diabetes without drugs, with this liver-targeting ultrasound technique!
Ultrasound technique may be the answer to type 2 diabetes treatment
You've heard of all the ways under the sun to manage type 2 diabetes: eating healthy, exercising regularly,…
Father and son duo reunite with surgeon who performed life-changing liver transplant, encouraging…
WEST BEND (CBS 58) — On Friday, April…
Southaven residents concerned about medical marijuana zoning plans
After the Southaven Board of Alderman voted April 19 to opt out of Mississippi's new medical marijuana program — with a plan to re-enroll once they could zone in to have all potential dispensaries co-located — a group of residents got up…
Considering a juice cleanse? Here’s what you need to know about it.
Placeholder while loading article actionsConsumer Reports has no financial relationship with the advertisers of this site.Looking to spring clean your diet? You might be tempted by the promise of a juice cleanse.Also known as juice fasting…
A guide to accessing crucial COVID-19 treatments in Maine
COVID-19 may be back on the rise in Maine with sewage testing showing greater concentrations of virus across the state after a more contagious strain of the omicron variant arrived.
he latest wave of the virus is not expected…
Liver Biopsy System Market Size Analysis 2022 by Major Key Players
New Jersey, United States,- The global Liver Biopsy System Market is comprehensively and thoroughly examined in the report, focusing on the competitive landscape, regional growth, market segmentation, and market dynamics. For the…
13 Powerful and Healthy Benefits of Turmeric
Turmeric is a popular spice used for cooking. It has also gained immense popularity as one of the most potent herbs with strong medicinal properties. The bright yellow aromatic power comes from the rhizome of a plant. Turmeric is part of…
Medical Breakthrough: Scientists Develop Non-Invasive Ultrasound Technique to Treat Diabetes
New research has revealed that a unique noninvasive ultrasound method can treat type 2 diabetes.Scientists have said that short bursts of ultrasound targeted at specific groups of nerves in the liver can reduce insulin and glucose levels.…
Increase in mortality from alcohol-associated liver disease accelerates during COVID-19 pandemic
UNC's Sasha Deutsch-Link, MD, a member of the Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, is lead author of a study indicating that alcohol-associated liver disease (ALD) increased from 2017 to 2020 and accelerated during the…
Family of woman with rare liver disease seeks donor
Breadcrumb Links Local News Jody Jackson, currently on a waiting list for a new liver, is shown with her husband George at Windsor's Ojibway Park in October 2020. Photo by Courtesy of Cathy @ Gala Images /Windsor…
A new treatment against liver cancer “effective in 90% of patients”
A new treatment for liver cancer that isolates the organ and “baths” it in chemotherapy has been shown to be effective in nearly 90% of patients.The procedure developed in the UK at Southampton University Hospital involves using two small…
Healios KK: Joint research with the Division of Regenerative Medicine, the Institute of Medical…
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ASC Therapeutics receives key regulatory designations in the United States and Europe to advance its…
MILPITAS, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--ASC Therapeutics, a private biopharmaceutical company pioneering the development of transformative in vivo gene replacements, gene editing and allogeneic cell therapies for hematological, metabolic and…
5 Best Gastroenterologists in Colorado Springs, CO
Below is a list of top gastroenterologists in Colorado Springs, CO. To help you find the best gastroenterologists located near you in Colorado Springs, CO, we've put together our own list based on this list of rating points.
Colorado…
New Study Links Ingestion of Micro and Nanoplastics to Diabetes, Obesity and Liver Disease
On average, five grams of plastic particles affect the body's digestive system per individual per week. It is approximately the weight of a credit card.
Many studies are conducted to determine if consumed micro and nano plastics pose a…
Immuno-Oncology Drugs Market Players – Trends, Opportunities, Strategies
The Global TBRC Immuno-Oncology Drugs Market report highlights the competitive landscape and tactics of key market players.
LONDON, March 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Analysis of immuno-oncology drug industry growth shows companies have…
Exposure to room lighting during sleep may impair blood sugar and cardiovascular regulation
Close blinds, draw curtains and turn off all lights before bed: Exposure to even moderate ambient lighting during nighttime sleep, compared to sleeping in a dimly lit room, impairs your cardiovascular function during sleep and…
If You Notice This On Your Body, Get Your Skin Checked – Eat This, Not That
Although skin cancer can be prevented by taking preventative measures such as wearing protective clothing, sunglasses and sunscreen, it is still the most common cancer. According to Association of the American…
Ayurvedic drug backed by AYUSH ministry causes liver damage, study finds
The BJP-led central government's blanket promotion of all things herbal does not seem like a good idea, as medical groups have reported severe liver damage in some people triggered by an Ayurvedic herb called Giloy, whose consumption has…
Long or irregular periods can put a woman’s liver at risk – Consumer Health News
FRIDAY, March 4, 2022 (HealthDay News) -- According to a new study, women with long or irregular periods are at an increased risk of contracting a serious condition called non-alcoholic fatty liver disease.Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease…
Being Well Is Easier Than You Think • Coral Springs Talk
Shawnette Sadler, MD
By Diana Hanford
Age is more than a number. It is a leading indicator of health conditions that could determine whether patients are at risk for debilitating or life-threatening illnesses.
"As we age, our…
For cancer patients on immunotherapy, harmful gut bacteria may be more important than helpful…
Melanoma patients receiving therapy that helps their immune system kill cancer cells respond differently to treatment depending on the types of microbes in their gut, and new research suggests microorganisms that interfere with therapy have…
Prompt treatment of this condition can increase your cat’s chances of survival
Pancake was a five-year-old Persian cat. He was brought to the doctor's surgery when he had stopped eating and was vomiting, writing ALISON LAURIE-CHALMERS.He was miserable, his abdomen was painful to the touch, and he became dehydrated!-->…
New trial aims to test non-invasive treatment for early-stage liver cancer
Researchers are set to test a non-invasive treatment for inoperable early-stage liver cancer, thanks to an injection of more than $2 million in federal government funding.
Led by Professor Alan Wigg of Flinders University…
Should I get tested for COVID-19 if I have a sore throat?
What are the potential complications of COVID-19?
About 80% of people infected with COVID-19 experience mild to moderate symptoms and can recover without requiring hospitalization. However, about 15% become seriously ill and need oxygen.…
Non-Alcoholic Steatohepatitis Clinical Trials Market Report
Dublin, 22 Feb. 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The “Non-Alcoholic Steatohepatitis Clinical Trials Market Size, Share and Trends Analysis Report by Phase (Phase I, II, III, IV), by Plan Study (Interventional, Expanded Access), By Region (APAC,…
Dangerous Medicine: The Story Behind Human Hepatitis Experiments – Review | science and nature…
For three decades after World War II, American scientists and physicians conducted a program of research of startling ambition – and jaw-dropping moral neglect. They deliberately infected more than 1,000 people, including at least 100…
Hepatitis C patients cured with antiviral drugs are less likely to be hospitalized, need ER care for…
Newswise - DETROIT (February 18, 2022) - Henry Ford Health System researchers, as part of a national hepatitis C collaboration, report that patients with chronic hepatitis C who are treated with antiviral drugs that work direct are less…
No recurring AIP attacks with Givlaari, small real-life study reports
Almost all people with severe and recurrent acute intermittent porphyria (AIP) were free of symptomatic attacks after treatment with Givlaari (givosiran), a small real-world study has shown.
Givlaari “significantly reduced the attack rate…
MEDIVIR AB – YEAR END REPORT JANUARY
HUDDINGE, Sweden, February 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --
October – December
Quarterly Financial Summary
Net sales amounted to SEK13.9 (1.5 million.
The loss before interest, taxes and amortization (EBITDA) amounts to -SEK23.5…
Licorice is more than just a plant with sweet roots
Licorice root.The genus Glycyrrhiza member of the Leguminosae family is a group of about twenty species of sticky herbaceous perennials, writes Joanne Howdle.The botanical has pinnate leaves, sweet pea like flowers that vary in color from!-->…
Diabetes, metabolic syndrome in mice treated with a new class of compounds – Washington…
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Improves insulin secretion, lowers blood sugarSusheel K. Gunasekar (Sah Lab), Pratik R. Chheda (Kerns Lab)Researchers at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis have shown, in mice, that a new…
Advances in multidisciplinary treatment of heart rhythm irregularities in unborn babies are saving…
One of the routines of pregnancy care is screening for birth defects. Although most babies are born without birth defects, there is always a possibility that there is a risk of abnormal development, regardless of the age, lifestyle,…
Racial Biology and Medical Misconceptions
In 2016, Hoffmann et al. documented persistent racial misconceptions among medical students and residents.1 The authors showed a series of statements regarding biological differences between groups described as "Black" and "White" to three…
Mannitol safe for Parkinson’s disease but unlikely to treat symptoms, trial finds
Although safe and fairly well tolerated, treatment with the over-the-counter mannitol supplement did not improve symptoms in adults with Parkinson's disease for 36 weeks, a small phase 2a clinical trial concluded.
Its researchers noted,…