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Clues to preventing Alzheimer's come from patient who, despite genetics, evaded disease

A woman who never developed Alzheimer's despite a strong genetic predisposition may hold the key to stopping the disease in its tracks. Studying the woman's unique complement of genetic mutations, researchers have found clues that could help cut the link between the early, asymptomatic stage and the late stage, when cognitive decline sets in.

Researchers find promising candidate to treat irreversible lung and eye diseases in extremely premature infants

Advancements in the care of premature babies are leading to improved survival rates. However, the incidence of neonatal diseases with life-long consequences such as bronchopulmonary dysplasia (BPD) and retinopathy of prematurity (ROP) is increasing. A novel study has implicated granulocyte colony-stimulating factor (G-CSF) in both BPD and ROP, making it a promising therapeutic candidate.

Tirzepatide enhances weight loss with sustained treatment but discontinuation leads to weight regain

The current class of anti-obesity drugs is proving remarkably effective at removing excess pounds. However, a phase 3 randomized clinical trial found that people who stopped taking the medication regained much of that weight within a year. At the same time, the study shows that remaining on the drug not only promotes additional weight loss but preserves improvements in metabolic and cardiovascular health.

Defending Eat Out to Help Out - PM's day at Covid inquiry

Arriving amongst protests, Rishi Sunak defends his time as chancellor during the pandemic, as he gives evidence to the Covid inquiry.

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Clues to preventing Alzheimer's come from patient who, despite genetics, evaded disease

Researchers find promising candidate to treat irreversible lung and eye diseases in extremely premature infants

Tirzepatide enhances weight loss with sustained treatment but discontinuation leads to weight regain

Defending Eat Out to Help Out - PM's day at Covid inquiry

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