Despite the perception that marijuana is harmless, there is some scientific evidence challenging that belief, and there are many unanswered
Month: February 2022
Study shows how the intestine’s nervous system affects gut microbes
Sometimes, a gut feeling is literal. Nerves in the intestines help regulate the gut’s acidity, new research from the University
Facial analysis improves diagnosis
Many sufferers of rare diseases endure an odyssey until the correct diagnosis is made. “The goal is to detect such
Calorie restriction trial reveals key factors in extending human health
Decades of research has shown that limits on calorie intake by flies, worms, and mice can enhance life span in
New study finds patients treated at advanced stroke centers had better outcomes
When comparing outcomes for acute ischemic stroke patients treated at various levels of stroke centers, patients who received care at Comprehensive Stroke
Test-to-stay program safe for facilitating in-person learning
A statewide test-to-stay (TTS) program involving daily rapid antigen testing is safe and can maximize in-person learning during the pandemic,
Analysis of 2,658 tumors sheds new light on mutations in cancer
A large-scale study conducted by KU Leuven and The Francis Crick Institute shows that 21% of tumors have double mutations,
Novavax says protein vaccine works for kids as young as 12
Novavax announced Thursday that its COVID-19 vaccine proved safe and effective in a study of 12- to 17-year-olds. Novavax makes
New data on the effects of COVID-19 vaccination in patients on dialysis
Two studies in CJASN offer a better understanding of the effects of COVID-19 vaccination on individuals with kidney failure who are undergoing
Improving models to predict cardiovascular disease in individuals with kidney dysfunction
A new study reveals that certain changes to models that predict the risk of developing cardiovascular problems in the general
