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Gene therapy infused into persons blood to correct liver enzymes

Posted in Science on 17th Nov, 2017
by Alex Muller

When the enzyme is defective or missing, the sugars build up and can cause developmental delays, organ problems, brain damage, and early death.

The Apple Watch can accurately detect hypertension and sleep apnea, a new study suggests

Posted in Medicine on 14th Nov, 2017
by Alex Muller

Cardiogram and UCSF previously demonstrated the ability for the Apple Watch to detect abnormal heart rhythm with a 97 percent accuracy.

Scientists develop gene therapy that could restore partial vision

Posted in Science on 13th Nov, 2017
by Alex Muller

The new gene therapy is under review by the US Food and Drug Administration.

Bill Gates commits $100 million to Alzheimers fund

Posted in Medicine on 13th Nov, 2017
by Alex Muller

With rising numbers of people suffering from Alzheimers and other forms of dementia, the disease is taking a growing emotional and financial toll as people live longer.

Traditional Amazonian drug linked to improved sense of wellbeing

Posted in Science on 12th Nov, 2017
by Alex Muller

A psychedelic drug traditionally used in South America improves peoples general sense of wellbeing and may offer a treatment for alcoholism and depression.