Cancer immunotherapy may get a boost from an unexpected direction: bacteria residing within tumor cells. In a new study published in Nature, researchers at the…
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Race and ethnicity of some U.S. counties may have key impact on cardiovascular death
The association between race and ethnicity and specific characteristics of some U.S. counties may have a significant impact on death rates related to cardiovascular disease,…
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Biden vows enough vaccine for all US adults by end of May
President Joe Biden said Tuesday the U.S. expects to take delivery of enough coronavirus vaccine for all adults by the end of May—two months earlier…
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Transplant patients may not need steroid treatment in the long run
Long-term use of a medication used to treat kidney transplant patients may not be necessary in individuals with low-to-moderate risk of organ rejection, according to…
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Waitlist policies may contribute to racial disparities in kidney transplant access
Despite efforts to address them, racial disparities in access to kidney transplantation persist in the United States. New research published in an upcoming issue of…
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Immune-compromised people with HIV, APOE4 gene may have a compounded risk for Alzheimer’s
People living with the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) who have a history of severe immunosuppression and at least one copy of the Alzheimer’s disease-related gene…
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New therapeutic approach may help treat age-related macular degeneration effectively
Runt-related transcription factor 1 (RUNX1) has been linked to retinal neovascularization and the development of abnormal blood vessels, which result in vision loss in diabetic…
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Genetics may play role in determining immunity to COVID-19
Neutralizing antibodies develop within two weeks of a SARS-CoV-2 infection, but their durability and intensity can vary by individual, prompting concerns about the prospects of…
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Saliva test may predict severity of COVID-19
New research suggests that saliva tests could help determine which COVID-19 patients should receive early treatment. It’s widely known that the COVID-19 nasopharyngeal test is…
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How the pandemic may damage children’s social intelligence
Do you remember the excitement and anticipation of your first day at school? Perhaps you were looking forward to making new friends. Or maybe you…
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