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Hidden acid imbalance in kidney disease raises red flags

A Japanese registry study reveals widespread underdiagnosis and undertreatment of metabolic acidosis in chronic kidney disease patients. Nearly half of patients with bicarbonate measured had metabolic acidosis, and diagnosis and treatment rates were low, highlighting a need for routine bicarbonate testing in CKD care.

SourceNiigata University·JournalScientific Reports·DateMar 16, 2026

Exposure to CO2 after a traumatic experience strengthens fearful memories in mice

Research suggests that inhaling carbon dioxide after a traumatic event makes fearful memories more resilient in mice. The study found that CO2 exposure strengthens fearful memories by activating ASIC1A protein in the brain. This discovery might lead to new therapeutic strategies for post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) in humans.

SourceFrontiers·JournalFrontiers in Behavioral Neuroscience·TypeExperimental study·DateNov 8, 2021
Aranet4 Home CO2 Monitor

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Nutrition is key to increasing productivity in intensive breeding

Researchers investigate alternatives to address ruminal acidosis, a serious disease affecting intensive farming systems. Feed additives, such as ionophores, can control lactic acid production, reducing the risk of acidosis and improving animal productivity.

SourceFundação de Amparo à Pesquisa do Estado de São Paulo·DateSep 29, 2017
Apple iPhone 17 Pro

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Fruits and vegetables may help protect the kidneys

Adding fruits and vegetables to the diet has been shown to reduce metabolic acidosis and kidney injury in late-stage chronic kidney disease patients. One-year plasma total carbon dioxide levels increased in both groups, indicating a lessening of metabolic acidosis.

SourceAmerican Society of Nephrology·JournalClinical Journal of the American Society of Nephrology·DateFeb 7, 2013

New pediatric lung health research presented at CHEST 2009

Reducing daily steroid doses for children with status asthmaticus shows no effect on hospital stay length. High-dose inhaled albuterol is linked to metabolic acidosis risk. Tonsil size may predict obstructive sleep apnea-hypopnea syndrome (OSAHS) in kids

SourceAmerican College of Chest Physicians·DateNov 3, 2009

New asthma research presented at CHEST 2009

Researchers present findings on zinc deficiency's role in allergic asthma, air pollution's significant health risk for patients with chronic lung diseases, and electrical stimulation as a potential bronchodilation treatment. Studies also explore the reduction of daily steroids in children with asthma and the association between high-do...

SourceAmerican College of Chest Physicians·DateNov 3, 2009
Sky & Telescope Pocket Sky Atlas, 2nd Edition

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Monitoring epithelial plasticity, one cell at a time

Researchers monitor epithelial cell plasticity to understand its potential applications in tissue engineering and regenerative medicine. By analyzing individual cells, scientists can gain insights into how tissues adapt and respond to changing conditions.

SourceJCI Journals·JournalJournal of Clinical Investigation·DateJan 2, 2002