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technology4 hours ago•4 min saved

Oxygen-powered implant lets encapsulated islet cells regulate diabetes without immunosuppression

MIT researchers have developed an implantable, encapsulated islet-cell device with an onboard oxygen generator that protects the cells from immune attack and sustains insulin production. In mice and rats, the device functioned for at least 90 days, maintaining healthy blood glucose by the donor or stem-cell–derived islets, with wireless power delivery boosting oxygen supply. The team aims to extend durability to years and explore delivering other protein therapies in the body.

via MIT News|

#diabetes #immune-protection #implantable-device

health2 years ago•2 min saved

"Understanding COVID Variant JN.1: Symptoms, Spread, and Concerns"

The JN.1 variant of COVID-19, now the most prevalent strain, is causing a surge in infections but is associated with less severe illness, likely due to increased immune protections from vaccines and prior infections. The most common symptoms of JN.1 include sore throat, congestion, and cough, with upper respiratory symptoms appearing in a specific order. Diagnostic tests are effective at detecting the variant, and antiviral treatments like Paxlovid are sensitive to it, according to the CDC.

via AL.com|

#cdc #covid-19 #health