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A new study provides the first evidence that removing beta-amyloid plaques from the brain using a biologic drug may delay the onset of Alzheimer’s disease in high-risk individuals. Researchers tested gantenerumab in people with genetic mutations that almost guarantee they…

The FAO has reported an “unprecedented” spread of the H5N1 avian flu virus, resulting in the loss of hundreds of millions of birds and increasing infections in mammals, UN website reported. Urgent action is needed to enhance biosecurity, surveillance, and…

Researchers at the University of Delaware have uncovered critical genes that could revolutionize obesity treatment, SciTech Daily reported. Their study, published in Physiological Genomics, reveals significant differences in gene expression between harmful visceral fat and less harmful subcutaneous fat. Led…

A recent study from Karolinska Institutet in Sweden has raised alarms about the potential effects of fluoride in drinking water on brain development, particularly during pregnancy and early childhood, Earth.com reported. While fluoride has been added to public water systems…

Scientists at Newcastle University have developed a groundbreaking 3D bio-printer that can create human-like tissue, potentially revolutionizing drug discovery and regenerative medicine. The ReJI printer, developed with funding from Versus Arthritis, uses Reactive Jet Impingement (ReJI) bioprinting to mix cell-filled…

The Indian Centre for Sight (CFS) has introduced the AMARIS 1050RS LASIK laser system, powered by Foresight software, enabling vision correction in under ten seconds per eye. The advanced technology offers enhanced precision, real-time eye tracking, and quicker recovery, making…

Researchers from Baylor College of Medicine have identified a rare genetic mutation in the ITSN1 gene that increases the risk of developing Parkinson’s disease by up to tenfold, SciTech Daily reported. This significant discovery, based on data from nearly 500,000…

The World Health Organization (WHO) has reaffirmed that mpox remains a public health emergency of international concern (PHEIC) due to its rising case numbers and expanding geographic spread. The decision follows a meeting of the WHO’s emergency committee, which cited…

According to the World Health Organization (WHO), cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) are the leading cause of mortality globally, responsible for a significant number of deaths and disabilities. In 2021 alone, CVDs accounted for 20.5 million deaths. Scientific studies indicate that AI techniques…

Breast cancer cases and deaths are projected to rise significantly by 2050, with global cases expected to increase by 38% and deaths by 68%, according to a new study by the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC). In the…