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World-first blood test for brain cancer may increase survival rates, say experts

Posted in Medicine, Science on 30th Jan, 2024
by Alex Muller

Inexpensive test can help diagnose even ‘inaccessible’ tumours earlier, speeding up treatment and improving outcomes.

Imperial research breakthrough could spare brain cancer patients risky surgery

Posted in Medicine, Science on 26th Jan, 2024
by Alex Muller

A simple blood test could help diagnose patients with the deadliest form of brain cancer, sparing them from undergoing invasive, highly-risky surgery.

Breakthrough research links deformed proteins with schizophrenia.

Posted in Science on 29th Dec, 2023
by Alex Muller

The study’s discovery of deformed proteins is consistent with a theory of schizophrenia that says the illness is related to abnormal brain development.

Mindfulness program proves a secret weapon against post-traumatic stress

Posted in Medicine, Science on 29th Dec, 2023
by Alex Muller

The study's findings demonstrate that the CoMET program has potential as an intervention to alleviate PTSS by enhancing emotion regulation.

After Weight Loss, Ozempic Is Set to Conquer a Universe of Brain Disorders

Posted in Medicine on 29th Dec, 2023
by Alex Muller

Because Ozempic and similar drugs lower blood sugar, they could potentially also dampen inflammation in the Alzheimer's brain and slow the loss of cognition.