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Antibody Combination Unsuccessful at Reducing Long COVID Symptoms

The first randomized clinical trial on monoclonal antibodies' impact on long COVID found that the combination of amubarvimab and romlusevimab did not decrease long COVID symptoms.
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High Potency Cannabis Alters Genes Tied to Energy and Immunity

Research reveals that high potency cannabis (THC ≥10%) leaves a distinct mark on DNA, affecting immune and energy function genes. This study suggests potential for DNA blood tests to identify cannabis users at risk of psychosis.
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Vagus Nerve Stimulation Enhances Perceptual Learning in Mice

Researchers have found that vagus nerve stimulation (VNS) enhances perceptual learning in mice, improving their ability to interpret sensory information. The study revealed that VNS boosts activity in the cholinergic basal forebrain.
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Alzheimer’s Disease Progresses in Two Phases

Alzheimer’s disease (AD) progresses in two phases, highlighting early inflammatory changes and the loss of specific inhibitory neurons. Researchers created a cellular timeline, offering potential new targets for therapy.
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Sex Differences in Biological Systems Used To Regulate Pain

In a new study evaluating meditation for chronic lower back pain, researchers have discovered that men and women utilize different biological systems to relieve pain.
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Immunotherapy Trial Boosts Advanced Hodgkin Lymphoma Survival

Researchers have developed an immunotherapy for advanced Hodgkin lymphoma that increased survival rates to 92 percent. This innovative approach reduces long-term side effects associated with traditional treatments.
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Unraveling Protein Interactions in Cells

Researchers have developed an advanced technique to analyze protein interactions within cells, revealing that cellular stress significantly alters these interactions. The study demonstrates how this understanding could inform drug development.
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Cancer Drug May Help Save Limbs in Peripheral Artery Disease

A study reveals that Conatumumab, an existing drug used for cancer treatment, can grow new blood vessels to bypass blockages in patients with Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD). This discovery may lead to significant advancements in treating PAD.
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Extrachromosomal DNA Could Be a Future Therapeutic Target for Cancer

Research reveals that higher concentrations of extrachromosomal DNA (ecDNA) in aggressive tumors may aid cancer survival, marking it as a potential target for therapies. The study found ecDNA more prevalent in previously treated patients.
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Better Use of Existing Drugs Can Increase Cervical Cancer Survival

A short course of chemotherapy before chemoradiation extends cancer-free survival in cervical cancer patients, a new study finds.
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