As the immediate threat of the COVID-19 pandemic has receded, a more intricate challenge has emerged – Long COVID. Affecting as many as 18 million Americans, this condition manifests as persistent symptoms following an acute infection, ranging from mild to debilitating. Symptoms commonly include brain fog, fatigue, and shortness of breath. The medical community faces… Continue reading Paxlovid’s Controversy: Unraveling the Long COVID Enigma
Day: January 31, 2024
Unveiling the Power of Ku70: A Key Player in Suppressing Colorectal Cancer
Colorectal cancer, a rising concern, has drawn attention to an unlikely hero – the immune protein Ku70. Recent findings, detailed in a study published in Science Advances, highlight the crucial role played by Ku70 in suppressing colorectal cancer. Understanding Ku70 Ku70, a DNA repair subunit protein encoded by the XRCC6 gene, has long been associated… Continue reading Unveiling the Power of Ku70: A Key Player in Suppressing Colorectal Cancer
Rare Cases of Alzheimer’s Transmission Through Historic Growth Hormone Treatment
In a groundbreaking revelation, a recent study published in Nature Medicine explores rare cases of Alzheimer’s disease transmission linked to growth hormone treatments administered decades ago. The study sheds light on a potential connection between past medical procedures and the onset of early-onset dementia in recipients. Overview: This article delves into the study’s findings, discussing… Continue reading Rare Cases of Alzheimer’s Transmission Through Historic Growth Hormone Treatment