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How Exercise Boosts Cancer Immunity by Reshaping Gut Microbes
A new study from the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine has unveiled how exercise can significantly improve cancer outcomes by reshaping the gut microbiome. This research, published in the journal Cell, demonstrates that exercise-induced changes in gut bacteria produce a metabolite called formate, which enhances the effectiveness of immunotherapy treatments in mice and correlates…
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Declining Oral Health Linked to Increased Risk of Lifestyle-Related Diseases
A monumental new study has unveiled a crucial link between deteriorating oral health and the prevalence of lifestyle-related diseases, such as diabetes and cardiovascular conditions. Led by Mitsuyoshi Yoshida, a professor at Fujita Health University in Japan, the research emphasizes the pivotal role oral health plays in overall well-being. Published in the Journal of Oral…
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Major Racial and Income Disparities in Early Peanut Feeding Highlighted by New Study
Introducing peanut-containing foods to infants can significantly reduce the risk of peanut allergies later in life. However, a new study from Northwestern Medicine reveals that many parents — especially those who are Black, Hispanic, lower-income or less educated — are not receiving this critical guidance from their pediatricians, resulting in much lower rates of early…
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Sewage Spills and Coastal Winds Could Be Spreading Airborne Microplastics, Study Finds
Coastal towns and cities may be facing an invisible yet potentially hazardous threat: airborne microplastics. A new study led by marine scientists, human health experts and big data specialists from the University of Plymouth and Plymouth Marine Laboratory has revealed that a combination of sewage overflows and coastal winds could be sending billions of airborne…
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New Study Reveals Viruses as Key to Healing Gut Disorders
A new study is shedding light on the powerful role of the gut virome — particularly bacteriophages — in regulating microbial balance, immune responses and the progression of gastrointestinal diseases. This exciting research, published in Precision Clinical Medicine by a collaborative team from Sun Yat-sen University, the University of Heidelberg and the Polish Academy of…
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New Study Links Air Pollution Exposure to Heart Damage
Long-term exposure to air pollution has been found to cause early signs of heart damage, according to a recent study published in Radiology, a journal of the Radiological Society of North America (RSNA). Utilizing cardiac MRI, the researchers discovered that fine particulate matter in the air, known as PM2.5, is associated with diffuse myocardial fibrosis…
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Breakthrough Discovery: ‘Off Switch’ Enzyme That Could Stop Heart Disease
A team of scientists at The University of Texas at Arlington has made a groundbreaking discovery that could transform the way we manage cholesterol levels and treat a host of serious illnesses. The researchers have identified an enzyme called IDO1 that, when blocked, helps maintain healthy cholesterol levels and controls inflammation, a finding that has…
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New Study Reveals Diverse Roots of Disordered Eating in College Students
Disordered eating among college students is a multifaceted issue that demands personalized mental health care, according to a new study by researchers from the University of Cincinnati, West Virginia University School of Public Health, Miami University and West Virginia University. “The study highlights how complex disordered eating can be and emphasizes the need for personalized…
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Study Links Long-Term Wildfire Smoke Exposure to Increased Heart Failure Risk
Long-term exposure to wildfire smoke incrementally raises the risk of heart failure, particularly impacting older adults, women and other vulnerable groups, according to new research published in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology (JACC). The study, the first of its kind to analyze the impact of prolonged wildfire smoke on heart failure risk…
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How Lack of Sleep Impacts Migraine Sufferers: New Study Insights
For the first time, scientists have explored the intricate relationship between sleep deprivation and migraine headaches, uncovering significant findings that could shape future treatments. Led by Petter Moe Omland, a medical doctor and postdoctoral fellow at the Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU), this research delves into how insufficient sleep impacts the brain’s response…
