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Revolutionary CAR-T Therapy: A Game-Changer for Autoimmune Diseases

Engineered immune cells known as CAR-T cells have shown promising results in treating autoimmune disorders such as lupus, systemic sclerosis, and idiopathic inflammatory myositis. In a study presented at the American Society of Hematology meeting, 15 participants remained disease-free or nearly so since their CAR-T cell therapy treatment. CAR-T therapy, which involves genetically engineering T cells to target and destroy abnormal B cells, has the potential to revolutionize the treatment of various conditions fueled by rogue immune cells. However, further research is needed to determine the specific contribution of CAR-T therapy versus chemotherapy in achieving these positive outcomes.

2 years ago•Source: Nature.com

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"Revolutionary Medical Breakthroughs Inspire Hope in 2023"

In 2023, amidst the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, several medical breakthroughs offered hope. The world's first CRISPR-based gene therapy was approved, treating sickle cell disease and beta thalassemia. The first drug to slow down Alzheimer's disease was also approved, targeting amyloid plaques in the brain. Researchers in Japan produced healthy mice pups without the need for a female mouse. Scientists mapped the complete brain-wiring diagram of an insect brain, aiding in understanding human brain function. Additionally, scientists discovered that pigment-producing cells getting "stuck" causes gray hair, bacteria were found to help cancer cells spread more aggressively, and an AI tool was developed to predict pancreatic cancer up to three years before diagnosis.

via National Geographic