Overview of different types of HSs measuring devices for the diagnosis of diseases. HS, heart sound. Credit: SmartMat Cardiovascular diseases remain a global health crisis, spurring an urgent demand for…
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New method transforms ordinary fibroblasts into mature cardiomyocytes
This diagram illustrates how the combination of fibroblast growth factor 4 and ascorbic acid activates the JAK2–STAT3 signaling pathway, promoting the maturation of induced cardiomyocytes (iCMs). This approach effectively reprograms…
Engineered T cells could help patients overcome resistance to CAR T cell therapy
Engineering a leucine zipper-based cell-sorting system. Credit: Nature Biomedical Engineering (2024). DOI: 10.1038/s41551-024-01287-3 Physician-researchers with City of Hope have developed a way to add features to T cells to help…
12 questions to ask for better brain health in 2024
Credit: CC0 Public Domain Improving your brain health in the new year can start with a simple step, talking with your neurologist or primary care physician about 12 factors to…
More blood transfusions linked to lower 6-month mortality in heart-attack patients with anemia
Credit: Pixabay/CC0 Public Domain Giving more blood to anemic patients after a heart attack may save lives, according to a Rutgers Health–led study. The study, published in NEJM Evidence, affirms…
New MRI technique identifies heart disease risk from fat composition
(A) Undersampled multi-echo gradient echo images with patches drawn over regions of varying water and fat content. (B) The singular values and cutoff thresholds calculated for each patch. (C) GRE…
Dogs team up with AI to sniff out cancer
Meghan Rosen is a staff writer who reports on the life sciences for Science News. She earned a Ph.D. in biochemistry and molecular biology with an emphasis in biotechnology from…
Abortion opponents shift focus to pills with lawsuits, proposed laws and possible federal action
Mifepristone tablets are seen in a Planned Parenthood clinic Thursday, July 18, 2024, in Ames, Iowa. Credit: AP Photo/Charlie Neibergall, File Opponents of abortion are increasingly focusing on restricting access…
Coronary artery disease common in patients with cirrhosis
Coronary artery disease (CAD) is common in patients with cirrhosis, but cirrhosis itself is not significantly associated with an increased CAD risk, according to a review published online Nov. 21…
How to kick back, relax and embrace a less-than-perfect holiday
Credit: AP Illustration/Peter Hamlin We all know the stressors: Social obligations. Family discord. Political rifts. Financial stress. And the desire to stay cheery and big-hearted throughout. So here’s a reminder…
