2015 to 2024 Saw Increase in Testing for Lipoprotein(a)
Increase reported in annual number of tested patients and percentage of total patient population tested, reaching 0.24 percent in 2024
Scientists Grow Egg Cells From Human Skin in New Study
However, method could take a decade or more to be ready for human use
Walmart Pledges to Ditch Several Artificial Colors and Additives by 2027
Experts praise the commitment as a significant response to consumer desire for cleaner ingredient lists
NIH Awards $50 Million to Top Autism Researchers Despite Political Controversy
The $50 million in grants will examine how genetics and environment interact
Higher Tattoo Exposure Linked to Reduced Melanoma Risk
Overall melanoma risk lower for those who had received four or more tattoo sessions, had three or more large tattoos
Cocoa Extract Supplementation Yields Significant Reduction in hsCRP
In recent study, cocoa extract also increased interferon-γ compared with placebo
Illinois Confirms First Case of Rare Tick-Borne Powassan Virus
In severe cases, the virus may cause brain inflammation or meningitis
Circulating Tumor HPV DNA Can ID HPV+OPSCC Years Before Diagnosis
Sensitivity of detection increased to 96 percent; maximum lead time increased to 10.3 years with application of machine learning model
Oral Bacteria, Fungi Linked to Increased Risk for Pancreatic Cancer
Three bacterial periodontal pathogens associated with elevated pancreatic cancer risk; Candida also linked to increased risk
Rare Flesh-Eating Bacteria Claims Fifth Life in Louisiana
Cases are on the rise across the region; state has already confirmed 26 cases this year
