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Zombie Deer Disease: Know All About The Fatal Infection As Scientists Fear It May Jump To Humans

Although no cases have yet been reported in humans, scientists share concerns that the infection with no cure may jump to humans, which they should be prepared for.

Medical Daily · Dec 28, 2023

Research reveals artery calcification more common in night owls

According to a study from the University of Gothenburg in Sweden, artery calcification is nearly twice as common in night owls as it is in early birds. Circadian function appears to be crucial in the early stages of cardiovascular disease. Read further on Dynamite News:

Dynamite News · Dec 28, 2023

For Huntington’s disease clues, scientists are looking in fruit flies | Explained

Study of Huntington's disease in fruit flies reveals potential new treatment for humans.

The Hindu · Dec 28, 2023

‘Free-from’ food increasingly unaffordable in UK, experts warn

Patients, especially in England, who need it due to allergies and health issues are left with painful symptoms or permanent damage

The Guardian - UK · Dec 26, 2023

Top 4 Biotech Stock Buys for 2024 Gains

The biotech industry's dynamic growth, spurred by government backing and technological advances, addresses rising disease challenges and propels advancements in healthcare. Hence, fundamentally strong biotech stocks Gilead Sciences (GILD), Incyte Corporation (INCY), Jazz Pharmaceuticals (JAZZ), and Exelixis (EXEL) might be solid investments for upcoming year gains. Read more….

StockNews.com · Dec 26, 2023

India’s loneliness epidemic | Explained

The Hindu explains what India can do to address the loneliness epidemic, how loneliness impacts other disease outcomes and if there is a need for psychological community interventions.

The Hindu · Dec 26, 2023

What incentives do scientists have to study rare diseases? | Explained

Explore the cutting-edge research of three Breakthrough Prize laureates in Life Sciences, and the systemic issues that influence access to treatments for three diseases desperately looking for cures: Parkinson’s disease, cystic fibrosis, and cancer.

The Hindu · Dec 26, 2023

Zombie deer disease raises concern, no human infections reported

Zombie deer disease is a prion disease spreading among reindeer and other animals. While it hasn't crossed over to humans yet, scientists are keeping a wat...

Top News · Dec 26, 2023

Your Age Won’t Tell You Much About Your Health — This Marker Will Reveal Much More

Researchers have discovered that when a person’s biological age surpasses their chronological age, it often signifies accelerated cell aging

Inverse · Dec 25, 2023

Sickle cell patient's journey leads to landmark approval of gene-editing treatment

In early December, the Food and Drug Administration approved a gene-editing treatment for sickle cell disease, the first for any illness. One patient helped pave the way.

WEKU · Dec 25, 2023