Medical Research
Study Links Traumatic Brain Injury to Higher Brain Cancer Mortality, Urging Long-Term Monitoring
A Mass General Brigham study found that traumatic brain injury increases brain cancer mortality risk, prompting calls for revised long-term care and highlighting implications for drug developers like CNS Pharmaceuticals.
National ALS Registry Seeks Participants to Unlock Disease Mysteries
The National ALS Registry, a CDC program, encourages people with ALS to enroll and complete risk factor surveys to aid research into causes and treatments, highlighting the urgent need for data to combat the disease that affects over 5,000 new Americans annually.
New Book ‘Weight Loss Decoded’ Seeks to Clarify GLP-1 Medication Confusion
Sharon Polsky’s new book aims to provide clear, science-based information about GLP-1 weight loss medications, addressing common questions and misconceptions.
Immediate Skin-to-Skin Care Significantly Improves Survival for Preterm Infants, Review Finds
A new review in the World Journal of Pediatrics shows that immediate kangaroo mother care, started within 24 hours of birth, reduces mortality and improves health outcomes for premature and low-birth-weight newborns.
Study Links Breast Implant Biofilms to Chronic Inflammation and BII Symptoms
A 2024 peer-reviewed study published in MDPI's Microorganisms journal identifies bacterial biofilms on breast implants as a driver of chronic inflammation and systemic symptoms associated with Breast Implant Illness (BII), offering a clinical framework for explant surgery.
Low Blood Pressure Shows Strongest Link to Alzheimer's Risk in New Analysis of Nearly 800,000 Adults
A new study in the Journal of the American Heart Association finds that hypotension is most strongly associated with Alzheimer's disease among several cardiovascular conditions, with stronger effects in Black and Hispanic adults, suggesting shared biological roots.
New Guideline Redefines Weight as Key Risk Factor in Cardiovascular-Kidney-Metabolic Syndrome
The first-ever clinical guideline for cardiovascular-kidney-metabolic syndrome, issued by the American Heart Association and American College of Cardiology, reframes excess weight as a primary driver of interconnected heart, kidney, and metabolic conditions, urging earlier prevention-focused conversations and coordinated care.
Aptevo and Niowave Partner to Advance Radiopharmaceutical Cancer Therapies
Aptevo Therapeutics and Niowave Inc. have formed a 50/50 strategic collaboration to develop up to three radiopharmaceutical oncology programs, combining Aptevo's targeting platforms with Niowave's isotope supply capabilities to address a $17 billion market.
Radioactive Collagen Tiles Reduce Brain Cancer Recurrence in Clinical Trial
A clinical trial found that placing radioactive collagen tiles into the brain cavity during tumor removal dramatically cuts recurrence and extends survival, offering new hope for brain cancer treatment.
Dr. Robert Whitfield Publishes Safety Research on Fat Transfer Breast Augmentation, Launches Comprehensive BII Health Program
Dr. Robert Whitfield's new BII Health Program pairs explant surgery with fat transfer and offers a non-surgical health optimization program based on the SHARP Method, integrating genetic testing, toxicity assessment, and personalized care.
American Heart Association Launches First-Ever Heart Transplant Research Network to Address Innovation Gaps and Inequities
The American Heart Association's new research network, involving 14 centers and a coordinating center, aims to modernize heart transplant care by improving data infrastructure, advancing research, and standardizing quality care to address long-standing disparities and innovation gaps.
Heart Disease Risk Rising Among U.S. Women, New Report Warns
A new American Heart Association statement projects that by 2050, 6 in 10 U.S. women will have cardiovascular disease, driven by rising obesity, diabetes, and high blood pressure, but highlights prevention strategies to reverse the trend.
Inhalable Viral Vector Shows Promise in Treating Advanced Lung Cancer
A new inhalable viral-based vector could enhance anti-cancer immune responses and restore sensitivity to immune checkpoint inhibitors in patients with advanced lung cancer.
Better Heart Health Before Pandemic Linked to Lower Risk of Severe COVID-19
Adults with higher heart health scores before the pandemic were nearly half as likely to be hospitalized or die from COVID-19, according to new research in the Journal of the American Heart Association.
TransCode Therapeutics Initiates Phase 2a Trial of TTX-MC138 in Colorectal Cancer Patients with Minimal Residual Disease
TransCode Therapeutics has started a Phase 2a trial evaluating TTX-MC138 in colorectal cancer patients with minimal residual disease, aiming to reduce recurrence risk in a high-risk population.
Tonix Pharmaceuticals Publishes Phase 1 TNX-1500 Data, Paving Way for Kidney Transplant Study
Tonix Pharmaceuticals announced publication of Phase 1 data for TNX-1500, an anti-CD40L monoclonal antibody, showing favorable safety and pharmacodynamics, supporting advancement to a Phase 2 kidney transplant rejection study.
Study Reveals Widespread Sexual Difficulties Among Young Cancer Survivors
A new study from Karolinska Institutet finds that sexual problems are common among young adults after cancer treatment, with severity varying by cancer type and treatment intensity.
GeoVax Raises $3 Million in Private Placement to Fund Vaccine Development
GeoVax Labs secures $3 million through a private placement with institutional investors to advance its mpox/smallpox vaccine and other pipeline programs.
Global Collaboration Urged to Reduce Heart Risks in Children with Kawasaki Disease
A new science advisory from the American Heart Association emphasizes that international collaboration in research, diagnosis, and care is essential to reduce the risk of serious heart conditions in children with Kawasaki disease worldwide.
Pensacola Dentist Merges Hyperbaric and Metabolic Therapy with Dental Care to Treat Systemic Health
Biodental Health and Longevity has expanded its services to include hyperbaric oxygen therapy and PNOE metabolic breath analysis, integrating systemic wellness with dental care to address the connection between oral health and chronic disease.
GeoVax Advances GEO-MVA Phase 3 Trial as Mpox Vaccine Supply Concerns Persist
GeoVax reports first quarter 2026 financial results and details plans for a pivotal Phase 3 immunobridging study of its MVA-based mpox/smallpox vaccine, highlighting the strategic importance of diversifying orthopoxvirus vaccine supply amid global supply constraints.
Dr. Bahman Guyuron Honored with AAPS Honorary Award for Pioneering Contributions to Plastic Surgery
Dr. Bahman Guyuron, a leading plastic surgeon, has received the American Association of Plastic Surgeons' Honorary Award and Clinician of the Year recognition, underscoring his decades of innovation in facial surgery and migraine treatment.
Perimenopause Identified as Critical Window for Heart Disease Prevention in Women
A new study reveals that perimenopausal women are twice as likely to have low cardiovascular health scores, highlighting this transition as a key opportunity for early intervention and lifestyle changes to prevent heart disease.
BioStem Technologies to Present at LD Micro Invitational, Highlighting Regenerative Medicine Advances
BioStem Technologies will present at the 16th Annual LD Micro Invitational, showcasing its proprietary allograft technologies and expanding presence in regenerative medicine.
Oncotelic Therapeutics Highlighted in BioMedWire Editorial on CNS Drug Delivery Innovation
Oncotelic Therapeutics was featured in a BioMedWire editorial examining breakthroughs in central nervous system drug delivery, highlighting its proprietary intranasal nose-to-brain delivery platform that aims to overcome the blood-brain barrier for neurological diseases and biodefense applications.
Study Suggests Earlier Immunotherapy Could Improve Survival in Late-Stage Solid Tumors
A systematic review in JAMA Network Open indicates that earlier administration of immune checkpoint inhibitor therapies may improve survival outcomes for patients with late-stage solid tumors, though further validation is needed.
AI System Detects Pancreatic Cancer Signs Three Years Before Diagnosis
Mayo Clinic researchers have developed an AI system that identifies early warning signs of pancreatic cancer up to three years before formal diagnosis, potentially enabling earlier intervention and improved outcomes.
New Study Reveals How Cancer Reprograms Immune Cells, Offering Hope for Immunotherapy Breakthrough
A study uncovering how cancer cells reprogram immune cells to support tumor growth could improve immunotherapy response rates, which currently fail in 80% of patients.
Vitamin D Supplement Found to Boost Chemotherapy Efficacy in Breast Cancer Patients
A Brazilian clinical trial reveals that daily vitamin D supplementation improves outcomes for women undergoing standard chemotherapy for breast cancer, highlighting a low-cost intervention with global implications.
New Book Aims to Close Awareness Gap on Women's Heart Disease Symptoms
Cardiologist Arash Bereliani releases 'What About Her Heart' to educate the public on how heart disease presents differently in women, addressing a critical gap in recognition and timely diagnosis.