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health2 days ago•18 min saved

Could autism be preventable in some cases through early-life exposures?

Some scientists are exploring whether avoiding environmental exposures before conception and in early life—the so‑called 'trimester zero' window—could lower autism risk in some children. While still in early stages, obstetricians like Jeanne Conry point to a 1,300‑day window (from preconception through a child’s second birthday) during which nutrition and lifestyle may influence autism risk, suggesting potential, non-guaranteed prevention rather than definitive outcomes.

via The Washington Post|

#autism #developmental-disorders #health

health6 days ago•16 min saved

Blood-based clock hints at timing of Alzheimer’s symptom onset

A new study reports that blood tests can help build a rough 'clock' for Alzheimer's, potentially predicting when symptoms will emerge. While not precise enough to map an individual trajectory, the approach could improve early diagnosis and inform preventive treatments.

via The Washington Post|

#alzheimers-disease #dementia #diseases-and-conditions

technology16 days ago•27 min saved

Maryland's quantum race aims to cure cancer—and test cybersecurity.

Maryland Gov. Wes Moore is backing a $1+ billion quantum computing hub in suburban Maryland to accelerate cancer research and spur a local quantum industry, potentially delivering breakthroughs that could outpace today’s supercomputers—while also raising cybersecurity concerns about encryption and data protection as quantum capabilities grow.

via The Washington Post|

#information-security #maryland #medical-research

health24 days ago•16 min saved

Tiny kidney particles may trigger heart failure in CKD patients

A new study suggests diseased kidneys release tiny particles that are toxic to the heart, helping explain why more than half of people with advanced kidney disease develop cardiovascular problems and pointing to new directions for diagnosis and treatment.

via The Washington Post|

#health #heart-disease #kidney-disease

medical-research27 days ago•5 min saved

External artificial lung buys time for life-saving transplant

A 33-year-old man with influenza-triggered ARDS survived 48 hours on an external artificial-lung system that maintained blood flow to the heart, allowing a double lung transplant. He recovered rapidly, kidneys and heart function normalized, and years later shows no rejection, suggesting the device could help other critically ill patients awaiting transplants.

via Nature|

#ards #artificial-lung #critical-care

medical-research1 month ago•16 min saved

Gut Microbes and Auto-Brewery Syndrome: Understanding Self-Produced Alcohol

This study investigates how gut microbial ethanol metabolism contributes to auto-brewery syndrome, highlighting specific bacterial pathways and species involved, and providing data and tools for further research.

via Nature|

#auto-brewery-syndrome #ethanol-metabolism #gut-microbiome

science1 month ago•3 min saved

Couple's MRI experiment reveals inside-body effects of sex

In 1991, a couple named Ida Sabelis and Jupp participated in an experimental MRI scan while having sex to study body responses, resulting in iconic medical images that contributed to understanding female anatomy and the shape of the penis, and the experiment is also remembered as a love story.,

via UNILAD Tech|

#history #ida-sabelis #medical-research

health2 months ago•4 min saved

The evolving role of testosterone in prostate health

Recent research has challenged the long-held belief that testosterone promotes prostate cancer growth, showing that testosterone therapy is safe for men with low levels and may even help in managing prostate cancer, leading to a shift in medical practice and treatment approaches.

via The Conversation|

#cancer-treatment #health #hormone-therapy

health2 months ago•4 min saved

Trump's Executive Order on Marijuana Reclassification and Its Impact on States and Medical Research

President Trump signed an executive order reclassifying marijuana from Schedule I to Schedule III, potentially easing research restrictions and reducing stigma, though it does not legalize the drug federally. Experts believe this change could facilitate more scientific studies on marijuana's medical benefits, but some caution about increased addiction risks and emphasize that marijuana's medicinal value remains unproven by conclusive research.

via ABC News|

#drug-policy #executive-order #health

business2 months ago•2 min saved

Trump's Marijuana Reclassification Sparks Uncertainty for Michigan Businesses

Marijuana stocks fell sharply after President Trump signed an executive order to reclassify marijuana as a less dangerous drug suitable for medical use, but stopped short of full legalization, making it a symbolic win for the industry without changing federal law or impacting markets significantly.

via Financial Times|

#business #executive-order #federal-law

health2 months ago•3 min saved

Trump's Executive Order on Marijuana Reclassification Sparks Mixed Reactions

President Trump signed an executive order reclassifying marijuana from Schedule I to Schedule III, aiming to facilitate medical research and reduce legal barriers, while not legalizing it federally. The move recognizes marijuana's potential medical benefits and seeks to improve research and medical access, but possession remains illegal under federal law.

via ABC News|

#drug-reclassification #executive-order #federal-law

politics2 months ago•7 min saved

Trump's Executive Order Reshapes Cannabis Policy and Industry Opportunities

President Trump signed an executive order to expedite the reclassification of marijuana from Schedule 1 to Schedule 3, aiming to facilitate medical research and acknowledge potential medical benefits, though it stops short of full legalization or recreational reform. The move was influenced by lobbying from the cannabis industry and is seen as a symbolic first step, with ongoing barriers and debates about its implications and enforcement.

via CNN|

#cannabis-industry #marijuana #medical-research

health3 months ago•3 min saved

One-Time CRISPR Treatment Significantly Lowers Cholesterol Levels

A small study suggests that a single infusion of a CRISPR-based gene-editing drug can safely reduce cholesterol and triglycerides by about half, potentially offering a one-time cure for high cholesterol, though more research is needed to confirm safety and long-term effects.

via NPR|

#cholesterol #crispr #gene-editing

health3 months ago•6 min saved

A Woman's Journey Through Lupus: The Disease of 1,000 Faces

The article shares Ruth Wilson's experience living with lupus, a complex autoimmune disease, highlighting her long diagnosis journey, daily struggles, treatment, and her efforts to support others and raise awareness about the disease.

via AP News|

#autoimmune-disease #chronic-illness #health

science3 months ago•3 min saved

Snake Pee's Crystals Could Unlock New Medical Treatments

Researchers discovered that many reptiles excrete solid uric acid crystals as a water-saving adaptation, which could inspire new treatments for human conditions like gout and kidney stones caused by uric acid buildup.

via SciTechDaily|

#gout #kidney-stones #medical-research