THC-based drug eliminates PTSD nightmares in a third of patients — Read on ScienceDaily — mente e cervello
After ten weeks of treatment, more than a third of patients with PTSD no longer experienced recurring trauma-related nightmares.
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Accumulated sleep debt may be recoverable, study of 85,000 people suggests — Read on Mondosanità
An observational analysis of 85,000 people suggests that sleeping more at weekends reduces some risks linked to sleep deprivation.
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Normal blood pressure, no diabetes and not smoking in adulthood delay dementia by 13 years — Read on The Guardian — scienza
A study links three cardiovascular health factors between ages 45 and 65 to nearly 13 extra years of life without dementia.
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Psilocybin shows early signs of easing anorexia in small pilot study — Read on Scientific American
Preliminary results from a small group of patients suggest psilocybin could help initiate recovery from anorexia.
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Recreational sports strengthen bones more than weightlifting, study suggests — Read on Nautilus
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FDA approves five new breast cancer therapies — Read on Cancer Health
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The psychological cost of narcissism depends on the culture you live in — Read on PsyPost
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Removing fallopian tubes cuts ovarian cancer risk by 80% — Read on New York Times — salute
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Rwanda expands hepatitis screening and treatment nationwide — Read on AllAfrica
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FDA approves first bevacizumab formulation specific to eye use — Read on Medical Daily
The US FDA approves the first bevacizumab formulation dedicated to the eye, after 20 years of off-label repackaged use for wet macular degeneration.
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Preserving the heart valve in aortic surgery improves long-term outcomes — Read on The Hindu — scienza e tecnologia
An Indian study shows that not replacing the aortic valve during surgery can ensure good survival while avoiding lifelong anticoagulants.
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Uganda declares end to Ebola outbreak — Read on Il Post
Uganda's health minister has announced the official end of the country's Ebola outbreak, following a surveillance period with no new cases.
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Genetic risk factors identified for fibromyalgia — Read on la Repubblica
A study identifies genetic variants linked to fibromyalgia risk, paving the way for earlier diagnosis.
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Physical activity linked to better socio-emotional skills in students — Read on Frontiers in Psychology
Among 517 Chinese students, exercise is associated with stronger socio-emotional skills, mediated by peer relationships and self-efficacy.
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WHO reports global progress against HIV, viral hepatitis and STIs — Read on OMS
The WHO's 2022-2030 report documents measurable results in reducing HIV, hepatitis and STIs worldwide, with data on treatment coverage and diagnosis.
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China approves first CAR-T therapy for solid tumours — Read on The Business Standard
Fosun Health has secured regulatory approval for the first CAR-T therapy aimed at solid tumours rather than blood cancers alone.
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Eye implant restoring age-related vision loss approved — Read on New Scientist
The implant for age-related macular degeneration has received regulatory approval for clinical use.
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FDA approves new ophthalmic biosimilar from Outlook Therapeutics — Read on The Pharma Letter
The FDA has approved Outlook Therapeutics' Lytenava (bevacizumab-vikg) for age-related macular degeneration.
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Evolution explains when treating fever actually pays off — Read on Nature — news
A review in Nature shows how evolutionary theory can guide decisions on when to treat fever, with implications for medicine and agriculture.
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FDA approves first bevacizumab formulation specific to wet macular degeneration — Read on Medical Dialogues
The US agency has authorised the first version of bevacizumab designed specifically for wet AMD.
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