medicine
Anti-aging compound from pomegranates proves promising in human clinical trials
Posted in Medicine on 17th Jun, 2019
by Alex Muller
Since aging is a key driver of many diseases, targeting that process could be a handy catch-all for treating a range of diseases and improving quality of life for pretty much everybody.
Rigorous study explains how a single gut bacteria species can eat Parkinson’s disease drug
Posted in Medicine on 14th Jun, 2019
by Alex Muller
The striking study offers a new insight into why medicines do not work the same way in every person, and better understanding these mechanisms may suggest ways to significantly improve the efficacy drugs we have already developed, instead of producing entirely new ones.
PTN interviews Elizabeth Parrish Founder and CEO of BioViva Sciences
Posted in Interviews, Medicine on 9th Jun, 2019
by Alex Muller
Liz is a humanitarian, entrepreneur, author and innovator and a leading voice for genetic cures. She is the Founder and CEO of BioViva Sciences USA Inc. BioViva is committed to extending healthy lifespans using gene therapy.
Lab-Grown Patch Could Repair Your Heart After a Heart Attack
Posted in Medicine on 9th Jun, 2019
by Alex Muller
Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the US for both men and women.
Oakland City Council decriminalizes all "natural psychedelics" in landmark resolution
Posted in Medicine on 6th Jun, 2019
by Alex Muller
A resolution decriminalizing the adult use of all entheogenic plants, including magic mushrooms, cactus and any natural materials used to produce ayahuasca.