A new study suggests that olfactory viral inflammation may accelerate the onset of Alzheimer's disease by disrupting connections between the sense of smell and memory centers. Researchers found altered myelination in the olfactory tract, leading to inflammation in the hippocampus, which controls memory and learning.
SourceUniversity of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus·JournalNeurobiology of Aging·TypeExperimental study·DateDec 14, 2022
A Northwestern University study found that as people age, their cerebrospinal fluid immune system becomes dysregulated, leading to cognitive impairment and neurodegeneration. The discovery provides a new clue to the process of neurodegeneration and may potentially be used to treat inflammation of the brain.
Salk scientists have developed a new therapeutic compound called FexD, which reverses gut inflammation in mouse models of inflammatory bowel disease. By activating the master regulator protein FXR, FexD reduces inflammation and restores balance to the digestive system.
SourceSalk Institute·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·DateDec 12, 2022
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Researchers found that a Mediterranean diet can improve fertility outcomes by reducing inflammation and increasing sperm quality in men. The anti-inflammatory properties of the diet may also enhance couples' chances of conception.
SourceUniversity of South Australia·JournalNutrients·TypeSystematic review·DateDec 12, 2022
Researchers found that when nursing mother mice are fed a low-fiber diet, their offspring's microbiome is permanently altered, resulting in gut inflammation and obesity. The study suggests that regular fiber intake helps fuel the microbiome, allowing diverse bacteria to thrive.
SourceCell Press·JournalCell Host & Microbe·TypeExperimental study·DateDec 8, 2022
Researchers from Kumamoto University reveal how hematopoietic stem and progenitor cells orchestrate intestinal tissue repair through microbial signals. The study found that acute gut inflammation triggers the activation and expansion of immune progenitor cells, which migrate to lymph nodes to promote tissue repair.
SourceKumamoto University·JournalThe EMBO Journal·TypeExperimental study·DateDec 8, 2022
Researchers found that women experiencing prolonged mental health issues after childbirth had genetic evidence of higher immune system defense mechanism activation. The study also identified reduced antiviral immune response genes, which may offer protection from pathogens.
SourceCedars-Sinai Medical Center·JournalAmerican Journal of Reproductive Immunology·DateDec 5, 2022
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Researchers from the Salk Institute have found that deteriorating neurons from people with Alzheimer's disease undergo a late-life stress process called senescence, leading to brain inflammation and neurodegeneration. By targeting these senescent cells with therapeutics, scientists hope to prevent or treat Alzheimer's disease.
SourceSalk Institute·JournalCell Stem Cell·DateDec 1, 2022
A study published in Journal of Clinical Immunology found that four proteins - WFDC2, GDF15, CHI3L1, and KRT19 - are associated with severe COVID-19 progression. These proteins may serve as biomarkers to predict prognosis in patients with critical COVID-19.
SourceOsaka University·JournalJournal of Clinical Immunology·TypeObservational study·DateNov 28, 2022
Researchers found that individuals with persistent asthma have higher levels of inflammation and artery plaque, which may increase heart attack or stroke risk. The study also highlights the importance of addressing risk factors for cardiovascular disease in people with persistent asthma.
SourceAmerican Heart Association·JournalJournal of the American Heart Association·DateNov 23, 2022
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Climate change is expanding the geographic range of endemic fungal diseases, such as Valley fever, blastomycosis, and histoplasmosis, which can mimic pneumonia. Physicians are often misdiagnosing these conditions due to a lack of training and limited testing options.
SourceUniversity of California - Davis Health·JournalAnnals of Internal Medicine·DateNov 21, 2022
A new study found that taking NSAIDs for osteoarthritis pain and inflammation may worsen joint inflammation and cartilage quality over time. Researchers used MRI-based structural biomarkers to analyze the association between NSAID use and synovitis in patients with knee osteoarthritis.
SourceRadiological Society of North America·DateNov 21, 2022
Researchers are exploring how aging affects communication between bone and muscle, finding that imbalance can lead to muscle loss, falls, and bone fractures. They aim to develop novel interventions to restore this balance, potentially treating osteoporosis and sarcopenia.
SourceMedical College of Georgia at Augusta University·DateNov 17, 2022
A study published in Radiology found that marijuana smokers have a higher incidence of emphysema and airway inflammation compared to non-smokers and tobacco-only smokers. The researchers suggest that the unfiltered nature of marijuana smoke and longer breath-hold puffs may contribute to these findings.
SourceRadiological Society of North America·JournalRadiology·DateNov 15, 2022
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Researchers discovered that a lipid called prostaglandin E2 weakens lung immune cells with age. This increased PGE2 production impairs alveolar macrophage health and leads to a suppressed immune response, making older people more vulnerable to flu infections.
SourceMichigan Medicine - University of Michigan·JournalNature Communications·DateNov 10, 2022
Research shows COVID-19 can cause long-term changes to brain function through inflammation, affecting mood, concentration, and cognitive abilities in both young and old patients. Millions are potentially affected by this condition, also known as Long COVID.
Researchers investigated Aicardi-Goutières syndrome and found that viral RNA recognition drives uncontrolled interferon production. The immune system mistakenly attacks healthy cells due to the failure of safety mechanisms to distinguish between viral and host genetic material.
SourceUniversitatsklinikum Bonn·JournalJournal of Experimental Medicine·DateNov 8, 2022
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A study by the University of Gothenburg found that women with inactive inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) have a higher risk of giving birth prematurely, particularly if they have microscopic inflammation in their intestinal mucosa. This association was not seen for other adverse pregnancy outcomes, such as growth restriction.
SourceUniversity of Gothenburg·JournalEClinicalMedicine·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateNov 7, 2022
Researchers at UCalgary have discovered a potential new treatment for fibrosis, a condition that causes thickening of the gut wall and life-threatening blockage in people with Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis. The study suggests that drugs targeting specific sensors may prevent inflammation-associated gut blockage.
SourceUniversity of Calgary·JournalCellular and Molecular Gastroenterology and Hepatology·TypeExperimental study·DateNov 7, 2022
Researchers found elevated C4A levels in first-episode psychosis patients who later developed schizophrenia, correlating with increased IL-1beta and synapse density. This suggests a link between inflammation and genetic risk variants in schizophrenia.
SourceKarolinska Institutet·JournalNature Communications·DateNov 3, 2022
Researchers at the University of Bonn have identified a new signaling pathway that triggers inflammatory responses in the skin after UV damage. This pathway involves the activation of p38 molecularly modifying NLRP1, a critical switch for inflammation, and initiates the assembly of inflammasomes.
SourceUniversity of Bonn·JournalJournal of Experimental Medicine·DateNov 2, 2022
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Researchers have identified a class of lipids called SGDGs that decline in the brain with age and may have anti-inflammatory effects. These findings could lead to new therapeutic interventions for age-related neurological diseases. Further research will be needed to explore the role of SGDGs in human neuroinflammation.
SourceSalk Institute·JournalNature Chemical Biology·DateOct 31, 2022
Researchers at Cleveland Clinic are exploring the role of inflammatory cytokines in cancer treatment, with a focus on developing personalized therapies. The five-year grant will help identify potential windows for therapy and optimize treatment strategies for individual cancers.
A new drug combination of cefepime and enmetazobactam has been found to be more effective in treating complicated urinary tract infections and acute pyelonephritis than a standard treatment. The study showed that the new combination was successful in treating 79% of patients, compared to 58.9% for the conventional treatment.
SourceRutgers University·JournalJAMA·TypeExperimental study·DateOct 25, 2022
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A plant-based diet significantly reduced advanced glycation end-products (AGEs) by 79%, associated with weight loss and improved insulin sensitivity. The reduction in AGEs was largely attributed to decreased meat and dairy consumption, leading to a 14-pound weight loss.
SourcePhysicians Committee for Responsible Medicine·JournalObesity Science & Practice·TypeRandomized controlled/clinical trial·DateOct 24, 2022
Scientists discover that increased levels of enzyme alpha 1-6 fucosyltransferase (FUT8) in the colon may lead to ulcerative colitis by altering mucous layer properties, making it more permeable and sticky. Researchers believe this allows bacteria to reach epithelial cells, triggering inflammation.
SourceCenter for Genomic Regulation·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·TypeExperimental study·DateOct 18, 2022
A study found that in people with significant kidney disease, psoriasis does not increase the risk of heart attack. After controlling for other risk factors, researchers found no association between psoriasis and heart attacks in patients with end-stage renal disease.
SourceMedical College of Georgia at Augusta University·JournalThe American Journal of the Medical Sciences·DateOct 18, 2022
A new study by UC San Francisco researchers found that marijuana, methamphetamine, cocaine, and opiate use are associated with an increased risk of developing atrial fibrillation. Cannabis users had a 35% increased likelihood of later developing AF, similar to traditional tobacco use.
SourceUniversity of California - San Francisco·JournalEuropean Heart Journal·DateOct 17, 2022
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Researchers at Mount Sinai's Tisch Cancer Institute have discovered a new gene, PDZK1IP1, essential to colon cancer growth. The study found that surrounding inflammation activates the super enhancer, promoting tumor cell survival and growth.
SourceThe Mount Sinai Hospital / Mount Sinai School of Medicine·JournalNature Communications·DateOct 17, 2022
Individuals with Down syndrome experience less frequent but more severe viral infections, attributed to increased type I interferon expression. This leads to hyperactive immune responses initially, followed by overcorrection, resulting in increased vulnerability late in the viral attack.
SourceCell Press·JournalImmunity·TypeExperimental study·DateOct 14, 2022
A new CAPSTONE study aims to identify inflammatory biomarkers associated with positive and poor outcomes in patients after intracerebral hemorrhage (ICH) strokes. By analyzing patient blood and plasma samples, researchers hope to develop targeted treatments to prevent long-term brain degeneration.
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A UNIGE team identified a three-step mechanism that allows our body to defend itself against hepatitis B. The complex detects the viral DNA, traps it, and inhibits the virus' chromosome.
SourceUniversité de Genève·JournalNature Structural & Molecular Biology·TypeNews article·DateOct 4, 2022
The study found that a combination of NOX1, loss of function, and TNF leads to an abnormal increase in microfold cells, driving increased recruitment of immune cells. Reversing the defect with reactive oxygen species restored healthy gut balance. Further studies on reactive oxygen species-stem cell modulation therapy are proposed.
SourceThe Mount Sinai Hospital / Mount Sinai School of Medicine·JournalGut·DateOct 3, 2022
Researchers identified a specific gut bacterium responsible for antibiotic-induced GVHD after stem cell transplants. A sugar supplement was found to improve gut health by distracting the bacteria from attacking mucin in the intestinal lining, reducing complications such as GVHD.
SourceUniversity of Texas M. D. Anderson Cancer Center·JournalCell·DateSep 29, 2022
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A study from UniSA researchers found associations between metabolic profiles and adverse brain findings, including lower hippocampal and grey matter volumes. People with metabolic profiles linked to obesity were more likely to have higher accumulation of iron in the brain.
SourceUniversity of South Australia·JournalDiabetes Obesity and Metabolism·TypeCase study·DateSep 29, 2022
Researchers found pre-existing differences in gut bacteria between people with and without HIV, including decreased Bacteroides species and increased Megasphaera elsdenii. These changes were present even before infection occurred, suggesting a potential link between gut microbiome and HIV susceptibility.
SourceUniversity of California - Los Angeles Health Sciences·JournalEBioMedicine·TypeRandomized controlled/clinical trial·DateSep 29, 2022
Researchers at Karolinska Institutet found that intravenous omega-3 treatment improved immune function and stimulated healing of inflammation without compromising the body's response to COVID-19. The study suggests a potential new, cost-effective low-risk treatment for severe COVID-19.
SourceKarolinska Institutet·JournalClinical and Translational Medicine·TypeRandomized controlled/clinical trial·DateSep 29, 2022
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The fasting-mimicking diet reduced Alzheimer's pathology in mice, including amyloid beta and tau protein levels, and showed less brain inflammation. Mice on the diet also performed better on cognitive tests, with some showing improved performance comparable to non-Alzheimer's mice.
SourceUniversity of Southern California·JournalCell Reports·TypeExperimental study·DateSep 27, 2022
A public consultation is launched to develop best-practice standards for diverse and inclusive healthcare datasets used in Artificial Intelligence. The project aims to reduce biases that affect patients from minoritised racial/ethnic groups, ensuring they receive accurate predictions and treatments.
SourceUniversity of Birmingham·JournalNature Medicine·TypeCommentary/editorial·DateSep 26, 2022
Lenabasum has been shown to improve skin symptoms in patients with amyopathic dermatomyositis, demonstrating significant reductions in inflammation and disease severity. The study's findings suggest that lenabasum is a well-tolerated treatment option for refractory skin disease.
SourceElsevier·JournalJournal of Investigative Dermatology·TypeRandomized controlled/clinical trial·DateSep 21, 2022
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A study found that most people with long COVID (persistent symptoms) recover within 12 months. However, some patients still experience symptoms and may benefit from seeing a rheumatologist for autoimmune disorder assessment.
SourceMcMaster University·JournalEuropean Respiratory Journal·TypeObservational study·DateSep 21, 2022
A study at the University of Helsinki found that periodontitis has a particular link with diabetes and accelerates its progression. The research highlights the importance of considering general and oral health as a whole in healthcare to achieve better treatment outcomes.
SourceUniversity of Helsinki·JournalFrontiers in Oral Health·DateSep 21, 2022
A new study finds that consistently losing an hour and a half of sleep per night can negatively impact immune stem cells, leading to increased inflammation and cardiovascular disease. Even after catching up on sleep, the effects of disrupted sleep remain long-lasting.
SourceThe Mount Sinai Hospital / Mount Sinai School of Medicine·JournalJournal of Experimental Medicine·TypeExperimental study·DateSep 21, 2022
Scientists have identified WASH protein complex as a gatekeeper of neutrophil-driven inflammation, potentially leading to new treatments for conditions like sepsis and arthritis. The study reveals that WASH regulates the release of antimicrobial molecules, which can harm healthy cells if released excessively.
SourceScripps Research Institute·JournalNature Communications·DateSep 21, 2022
The study reveals that SARS-CoV-2 infection alters hepatocyte metabolism towards glycolysis, while impairing mitochondrial activity, leading to liver damage. Metformin is proposed as a potential therapeutic option to attenuate SARS-CoV-2 infection in patients with fatty liver.
SourceCIC bioGUNE·JournalCommunications Biology·TypeExperimental study·DateSep 20, 2022
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A new study led by NYU researchers has developed a topical gel that targets the succinate receptor to suppress inflammation, reduce bacterial imbalance, and prevent bone loss. The treatment has shown promise in reducing gum disease symptoms, including inflammation and tooth loss.
SourceNew York University·JournalCell Reports·DateSep 20, 2022
A University of Illinois study shows rumen-protected lysine can improve uterine health in dairy cows during the transition period. The supplement reduced genes involved in inflammatory proteins and increased genes keeping the uterus clean, leading to less inflammation and improved reproductive outcomes.
SourceUniversity of Illinois College of Agricultural, Consumer and Environmental Sciences·JournalJournal of Dairy Science·DateSep 19, 2022
A Rutgers study finds CBD improves glucose disposal, burns energy, and enhances bone density in estrogen-deficient mice. The compound also reduces inflammation and boosts beneficial gut bacteria.
SourceRutgers University·JournalFrontiers in Pharmacology·DateSep 14, 2022
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A lab study found that high cholesterol intake worsens fatty liver disease progression by driving inflammation and scarring. The researchers also discovered long-lasting dysfunction in immune cells responsible for fighting liver damage. Moderation is key to maintaining a healthy diet, according to the study's findings.
SourceKeck School of Medicine of USC·JournalFrontiers in Immunology·TypeExperimental study·DateSep 14, 2022
A study led by Singapore scientists found that Neisseria, a genus of bacteria once considered harmless, can cause infections in patients with bronchiectasis, asthma, and COPD. The research team identified a specific subgroup of Neisseria called N. subflava as the main culprit behind worsening disease outcomes.
SourceNanyang Technological University·JournalCell Host & Microbe·TypeExperimental study·DateSep 14, 2022
A study at Washington State University has identified sulfatase-2 as a critical protein driving damage caused by rheumatoid arthritis. The discovery sheds light on molecular processes behind inflammation in the disease and could lead to improved treatments.
SourceWashington State University·JournalCellular and Molecular Immunology·TypeExperimental study·DateSep 8, 2022
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Researchers found that high blood pressure induced in young mice led to significant bone loss and osteoporosis-related damage comparable to older mice. The study suggests a possible link between inflammation, high blood pressure, and accelerated bone aging in humans.
A new study found that exposure to diesel exhaust fumes had more pronounced effects on females than males, with changes in blood components related to inflammation, infection, and cardiovascular disease. The research involved ten healthy volunteers who breathed filtered air and polluted air at varying concentrations.
SourceEuropean Respiratory Society·TypeExperimental study·DateSep 1, 2022
A substance produced by gut microorganisms, TMAO, can lead to scarring and vascular damage in scleroderma. The Western diet rich in meat contributes to TMAO formation, which reprograms cells to become scar-forming myofibroblasts.
SourceMichigan Medicine - University of Michigan·JournaliScience·TypeExperimental study·DateAug 24, 2022
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The TMDU research team successfully transplanted a mini organoid into a patient with Ulcerative Colitis, showing potential for a radical cure. The treatment uses the patient's own cells and minimally invasive colonoscopy, reducing transplant rejection risk and laparotomy needs.
A new study from Harvard Medical School reveals that patients who recover well after cardiovascular surgery exhibit precise paths for white blood cell and platelet counts. These trajectories can be used to monitor recovery in a personalized way, enabling clinicians to intervene earlier when necessary.
SourceHarvard Medical School·JournalNature Communications·DateAug 22, 2022
A recent study found that COVID-19 infection significantly increases the risk of myocarditis compared to vaccination, with a 11-fold higher risk in unvaccinated individuals. The study analyzed nearly 43 million people in England and found that COVID-19 vaccine-associated myocarditis is rare.
SourceAmerican Heart Association·JournalCirculation·DateAug 22, 2022
Researchers at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center have developed a new method to identify which human gut microbes contribute to inflammatory diseases. By analyzing protein levels in blood serum, the team discovered specific bacteria that trigger immune activation and inflammation.
SourceCedars-Sinai Medical Center·JournalScience Translational Medicine·DateAug 17, 2022
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Buck scientists introduce mechanoimmunology, a new discipline that explores the role of physical forces in immune cell responses. The study reveals that mechanical cues tune immune cell behavior, potentially leading to new treatments for various disorders.
SourceBuck Institute for Research on Aging·JournalNature Reviews Immunology·TypeSystematic review·DateAug 16, 2022
A study at Tulane University found that recently formed stroke plaques contain messenger RNA that causes inflammation and degrades a protective cap, leading to rupture. This discovery could lead to new tools to stop strokes from happening and develop new drugs or diagnostics to prevent heart attacks and strokes.
SourceTulane University·JournalScientific Reports·TypeRandomized controlled/clinical trial·DateAug 11, 2022