Aging lung cells drive severe inflammation in flu and COVID
Older adults are much more likely to become seriously ill from flu or COVID because aging lung cells can drive…
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Diverse biobank study links genetics to disease risk and treatment
A new study by UCLA Health published in Cell presents a major advancement in the future of personalized medicine by…
Study reveals how a promising bacterial therapy reduces recurrent bacterial vaginosis
A new study from the Kwon Lab at the Ragon Institute, published in Cell Host & Microbe, provides the most detailed picture yet…
Tiny device with engineered cells acts as internal drug factory
A multi-institutional team of scientists, co-led by Northwestern University, has taken a crucial step toward implantable “living pharmacies” – tiny…
UMGCCC awarded $3 million to train the next generation of oncology researchers
The University of Maryland Marlene and Stewart Greenebaum Comprehensive Cancer Center (UMGCCC) has been awarded a prestigious $3 million National Cancer Institute…
FDA approves first gene therapy for rare pediatric immune disorder
Dr. Donald Kohn has been developing gene therapies for rare pediatric immune disorders for over 30 years. This week, his…
Industry and academic leaders gather to accelerate new cancer cures
Damon Runyon scientists and industry partners gathered on Tuesday, March 24, for the 2026 Accelerating Cancer Cures Research Symposium, hosted…
Just 5 more minutes of exercise, 10 more of sleep may lower heart disease risk
Share on PinterestTiny lifestyle changes could confer significant heart health protection, a new study suggests. Image credit: Westend61/Getty Images A…
System-wide algorithm boosts blood pressure control across 90,000 patients
Share on PinterestA treatment algorithm may help clinicians to aid patients with blood pressure control. Image credit: FG Trade/Getty Images…
People with Alzheimer's gene may lower their risk by eating more meat: Why?
Share on PinterestPeople with genetic Alzheimer’s risk may benefit from upping meat consumption, a new study suggests. Image credit: Cavan…