SORLA is a protein trafficking receptor that has been mainly studied in neurons, but it also plays a role in
Continue reading »
Scientists find key function of molecule in cells crucial for regulating immunity
Many molecules in our bodies help our immune system keep us healthy without overreacting so much that our immune cells
Continue reading »
For some, GI tract may be vulnerable to COVID-19 infection
No evidence so far indicates that food or drinks can transmit the virus that causes COVID-19, but new research at
Continue reading »
Israel trades Pfizer doses for medical data in vaccine blitz
After sprinting ahead in the race to inoculate its population against the coronavirus, Israel has struck a deal with Pfizer,
Continue reading »
Vertex Announces FDA Approvals of Trikafta (elexacaftor/tezacaftor/ivacaftor and ivacaftor), Symdeko (tezacaftor/ivacaftor and ivacaftor) and Kalydeco (ivacaftor) for Use in People With CF With Certain Rare Mutations
BOSTON–(BUSINESS WIRE)–December 21, 2020 — Vertex Pharmaceuticals Incorporated (Nasdaq: VRTX) today announced the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) expanded
Continue reading »
COVID-19 deaths really are different. But best practices for ICU care should still apply
Exactly what kills a person with COVID-19? How do those deaths differ from the deaths of people whose lungs fail
Continue reading »
IOF and IFCC review calls for harmonization of assays for reference bone turnover markers
Bone turnover markers (BTMs) in blood and urine are useful tools in monitoring osteoporosis treatment effects and may be useful
Continue reading »
Blood test shows promise for early detection of acute heart transplant rejection
Researchers have developed a blood test that could make it possible for doctors to detect—then quickly prevent or slow down—acute
Continue reading »
Experimental drug for Alzheimer’s disease shows promise
Drug maker Eli Lilly on Monday announced promising results from a small study of an experimental Alzheimer’s disease drug called
Continue reading »
Physical activity is good for your concentration – here’s why
Whether it’s during the post-lunch slump or just one of those days, we all struggle to concentrate on what we’re
Continue reading »