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Researchers find how immune cells prevent lung healing after viral infection – World News Network
Researchers found a mechanism by which immune cells impede the regeneration of the lungs' defensive barrier following viral infections such as COVID-19.
Researchers discover blood stem cell could transform bone marrow transplants – World News Network
Researchers in Melbourne have achieved a first for the world: they have successfully created blood stem cells that closely resemble human tissue. Additionally, the discovery may eventually result in customized therapies for kids suffering from bone marrow failure syndromes and leukaemia.
Study finds new source of cardiac inflammation – World News Network
Globally, ischemic heart disease is the leading cause of death. A myocardial infarction (MI), commonly referred to as a "heart attack," is the first event in which insufficient coronary blood flow results in the death of a portion of the heart. Heart failure, heart wall remodelling, and severe inflammation result…
Study finds how certain diabetes medications might prevent dementia – World News Network
According to a study published, sodium-glucose cotransporter-2 (SGLT-2) inhibitors used to treat type 2 diabetes may prevent dementia, with higher advantages with prolonged treatment.
Study gives insight into treatment of rectal cancer – World News Network
Positive outcomes from a novel treatment for locally advanced rectal cancer include the occasional full avoidance of surgery. The chance of a recurrence is also decreased.
Alzheimer’s medication may slow down cognitive decline in dementia with Lewy bodies – World News Network
Similar to Parkinson's and Alzheimer's diseases, dementia with Lewy bodies is a form of dementia for which research on long-term therapies is limited.