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ecns.cnClinically Dead Man Receives Pig Liver and Two Kidneys in First Multi-Organ Xenotransplant
A 53-year-old man declared brain-dead received a genetically modified pig liver and two kidneys. The organs functioned for nearly five days before early rejection signs appeared.
ncbi.nlm.nih.govMacrophage infusions linked to lower death and transplant rates in cirrhosis patients
A study published in Cell Stem Cell reports that infusions of macrophages were associated with reduced mortality and fewer liver transplants among people with cirrhosis. The findings come from research led by P. N. Brennan and colleagues.
sciencealert.comVagus Nerve Activity Shows Complex Effect on Insulin Release
New research indicates that vagus nerve signals influence insulin secretion in ways that differ from earlier models. The findings suggest possible metabolic side effects from vagus nerve stimulation therapies.
foxnews.comGene Therapies Advance to Human Trials for Heart Regeneration
Researchers have begun the first clinical trial of a gene therapy designed to grow new heart-muscle cells. At least four additional regenerative gene therapies for heart conditions are in development by companies.
The Sydney Morning HeraldNew treatment offers hope for Australians with inherited motor neurone disease
A new treatment is being reported for Australians with a hereditary form of motor neurone disease. The Sydney Morning Herald reported the development without naming specific researchers, institutions, or outcome data.
news-medical.netBlood Test Predicts Alzheimer's Disease in Large Cohort
A blood test measuring p-tau217 levels showed strong performance in identifying Alzheimer's disease among participants with an average age of 61. The findings appear in a new issue of a medical journal.
thehindu.comUganda Closes Border with Congo Over Ebola Outbreak
Uganda has closed its border with the Democratic Republic of Congo after an Ebola task force decided to follow steps taken by the U.S. and Rwanda. The move runs counter to guidance from the World Health Organization.
manilatimes.netPodcast host seeks questions for interview with peptide expert
A podcast host is preparing to record an interview with a practicing physician who studies peptides. The physician's compensation is unrelated to peptide promotion.
New York PostStudy Links GLP-1 Drugs to Lower Cancer Progression in Four Types
A Cleveland Clinic analysis of 12,112 patients found lower rates of progression to stage 4 disease among those taking GLP-1 medications compared with DPP-4 inhibitors. The observational results will be presented at the 2026 ASCO Annual Meeting.
japantimes.co.jpStem cell patches improve heart function in trial of severe failure cases
Patches of heart muscle grown from stem cells were implanted in 20 patients with advanced heart failure. The procedure produced measurable gains in 12 of the participants.
deadline.comNancy Davis Foundation Marks 35 Years of Multiple Sclerosis Research Funding
Nancy Davis established the Race to Erase MS foundation 35 years ago. The organization continues to finance research into multiple sclerosis treatments.
New York PostNasal Spray Reduced Brain Inflammation and Improved Memory in Mice
Researchers at Texas A&M University tested a nasal spray containing extracellular vesicles in mice. Two doses lowered brain inflammation, restored mitochondrial function, and produced measurable gains in memory tasks that lasted for months.
medianama.comAI Model Trained on Diverse Data Improves Breast Cancer Risk Prediction
A new AI-based predictor was developed using data from multiple demographic groups. The model assesses breast cancer risk with accuracy across different racial and ethnic populations.
New York PostStudy Links Memory Concerns and pTau181 Protein to Alzheimer’s at Age 45
Researchers analyzing data from more than 1,000 people around age 45 found that self-reported memory problems combined with elevated pTau181 protein levels may indicate Alzheimer’s risk up to two decades before typical diagnosis.
news.sky.comBlood Metabolite Test Linked to Dementia Risk in Large U.K. Study
Researchers analyzed blood samples from more than 223,000 UK Biobank participants and found that a higher biological age marker correlated with increased dementia risk. The observational study reported the strongest link for vascular dementia and noted a tenfold risk increase amo…
ncbi.nlm.nih.govStudies Examine Weight-Loss Drugs and Cancer Outcomes
Recent research has examined whether medications such as Ozempic and Zepbound affect tumor progression and patient survival. The findings remain preliminary and require further study.
news-medical.netPancreatic Pre-Cancerous Lesions Remain Stable Due to Microenvironment
Researchers reported that hundreds of pre-cancerous lesions called PanINs form in the pancreas after age 40. The lesions rarely progress to pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma because of protective factors in the surrounding tissue environment.
neurosciencenews.comStudy Tests Arthritis Drug for Hard-to-Treat Depression
A small clinical trial examined whether tocilizumab, an anti-inflammatory drug used for rheumatoid arthritis, could reduce symptoms in patients who have not responded to standard antidepressants. The University of Bristol study involved 30 participants and found greater improveme…
news.google.comRetained Bullet Fragments Linked to Long-Term Health Effects in Gunshot Survivors
Medical experts report that many survivors of firearm injuries live with retained bullet fragments that can cause chronic pain, mobility issues, and lead poisoning. Studies show these fragments remain in about 75 percent of non-fatal gunshot cases.
naturalnews.comReview Finds Calcium and Vitamin D Supplements Do Not Reduce Fracture Risk in Older Adults
A new analysis of 69 clinical trials found that calcium and vitamin D supplements showed little to no effect on preventing fractures or falls in older people. Researchers recommend weight-bearing exercise and individualized fall-prevention advice instead.
indianexpress.comReview Finds Vitamin D and Calcium Supplements Do Not Prevent Fractures or Falls
A systematic review of 69 randomized trials involving more than 150,000 participants found that supplementation with vitamin D or calcium, or both, does not reduce fractures or falls. The analysis examined multiple dosing regimens and participant groups.
rnz.co.nzSmall Trial Tests Interleukin-6 Blocker for Depression
A pilot study examined whether an anti-inflammatory drug could reduce symptoms in people with depression. The placebo-controlled randomized trial involved a small number of participants.
StatUCSF Team Submits Application for First In Utero Gene Therapy Trial
A University of California San Francisco team has submitted an investigational new drug application to the Food and Drug Administration for a small trial of in utero gene therapy. The proposed study would treat five fetal patients with a rare lysosomal storage disorder.
hackster.ioWearable Robot Improves Knee Function in Children With Spinal Muscular Atrophy
A lightweight wearable robot provided resistance training to six children aged 6 to 10 with spinal muscular atrophy. After six weeks of use, participants showed improved ability to stand, larger quadriceps muscles, and increased knee-bending force.
ncbi.nlm.nih.govStudy Examines Weight Loss and Atrial Fibrillation Recurrence
A new randomized trial published in JAMA assessed whether weight loss reduces atrial fibrillation recurrence. Results differed based on whether the condition was chronic or recent in onset.
swissinfo.chResearchers Develop MouseMapper AI Model for Whole-Body 3D Analysis
A new deep-learning framework called MouseMapper analyzes entire mouse bodies at the cellular level. The model maps nerves and immune cells across 31 organs and tissues. Researchers applied it to study diet-induced obesity and identified nerve changes linked to sensory deficits.
freepressjournal.inResearch Identifies Molecular Triggers of Lung Inflammation
New laboratory and animal studies examined how uncontrolled inflammation develops during lung infections. The work focused on immune responses that can worsen respiratory illness.
interestingengineering.comStudy Finds Fabricated Data in Up to One Quarter of Clinical Trials
An analysis of randomized controlled trials found that many published studies contain flawed or fabricated data. Researchers warn that these unreliable trials can influence medical guidelines and patient care.
ndtv.comResearchers Develop Enhanced Machine Learning Model for Thyroid Disease Classification
A study published in Scientific Reports presents an enhanced extreme learning machine model that incorporates Drop-Connect regularization for thyroid disease detection. The model was tested on a four-class classification task using publicly available data.
themarketherald.com.auPsilocybin Trial Shows Reduced Cocaine Use in Small Study
A randomized trial of 40 participants found that a single dose of psilocybin produced higher abstinence rates from cocaine compared with placebo after six months. The study tested a treatment approach that had not previously been examined for cocaine addiction.
techjuice.pkResearchers Develop Implantable Materials With Engineered Bacteria for Drug Delivery
Scientists created implantable living materials that use contained engineered bacteria to release therapeutics on their own. The approach addresses a key challenge in using microbes for medical treatments.
newatlas.comAI Eye Scan Developed to Detect Dementia and Neuropathy Early
A researcher at Weill Cornell Medicine–Qatar has created a brief eye scan that uses artificial intelligence to examine nerve fibers. The scan can identify signs of dementia at least three years before symptoms appear and diabetic neuropathy up to five years earlier.
Science NewsStudy Links Abortion Bans to Shifts in Miscarriage Treatment
A new analysis of insurance data found that states with abortion bans showed changes in how miscarriages were managed after the 2022 Dobbs decision. Medication-based treatment declined and expectant management rose compared with states without bans.
New York PostContact Lenses Deliver Electrical Signals to Treat Depression in Mice
Researchers tested transparent contact lenses with built-in electrodes on mice for 30 minutes daily over three weeks. The treatment produced mood and behavior improvements comparable to fluoxetine, the active ingredient in Prozac.
New York PostStudy Links Sleep Duration to Biological Aging Markers
Researchers analyzed data from 500,000 adults and identified a sleep range associated with slower biological aging. The findings link both short and long sleep to higher disease risks and earlier mortality.
ForbesResearchers Develop Molecular Glue to Reduce Activity of Hard-to-Target Proteins
University of Toronto and University of British Columbia scientists created a molecular glue that binds to one protein and alters its shape to reduce activity of a second protein. The approach was tested on ACAA1, a protein involved in fat processing, using X-ray imaging at the C…
sciencealert.comStudy Creates Lifespan Reference Charts for Human Brain White Matter
Researchers processed 35,120 brain scans to map typical white matter development and decline from birth to age 100. The charts provide a benchmark for identifying deviations linked to neurological and psychiatric disorders.
info.gov.hkHong Kong Researchers Present Preclinical Data on GLP-1 Agonists in Stroke Models Combined with Thrombectomy
Chinese University of Hong Kong researchers reported that GLP-1 weight-loss drugs, administered before and after thrombectomy, can offer neuroprotective effects for ischemic stroke patients who miss the window for intravenous thrombolysis. The team linked the potential benefit to…
ncbi.nlm.nih.govMyxofibrosarcoma Vanishes After Diagnostic Biopsy in Rare Case
A 59-year-old woman saw her 2-centimetre myxofibrosarcoma disappear within days of a needle biopsy, entering remission with no further treatment. She is one of nine known cases of this cancer vanishing rapidly after biopsy. Researchers suggest the procedure triggered an immune re…
rediff.comExperimental Quintuple Agonist Outperforms Semaglutide in Mouse Obesity Models
A quintuple agonist developed by researchers at Helmholtz Munich combines GLP-1, GIP and PPAR activity to target five receptor systems. The compound reduced body weight, fat mass and blood sugar more effectively than existing therapies in several mouse models. Scientists caution…
interestingengineering.comGene Editing Turns Stem Cells Into Antibody-Producing Factories in Mice
A study published in the journal Science showed that editing a small number of blood-forming stem cells allowed mice to produce chosen antibodies for extended periods. The edited cells responded to vaccine boosters by increasing antibody output. The approach was tested against HI…
english.elpais.comUK Obesity Rates Plateau After Decades of Increase
A global study led by Imperial College London found that obesity rates in the UK have stabilised in children since the early 2000s and are rising more slowly among adults. The analysis of data from 1980 to 2024 shows the UK remains among the top 10 high-income western nations for…
Japan TimesLarge Japanese Study Links History of Heatstroke to Doubled Cataract Diagnosis Rates
Researchers at the Nagoya Institute of Technology reviewed health records of 2.46 million people and determined that those with a history of heatstroke face 1.96 times higher risk of developing cataracts. The study, published in Environmental Research, is the largest to link a ri…
The IndependentSmall Study Shows Modified Immune Cells Suppress HIV in Two Patients
Researchers reported that a single dose of genetically engineered CAR-T cells strongly suppressed HIV in two people for nearly one and two years without daily medication. The early-stage experiment modified immune cells to better target HIV-infected cells while protecting them fr…
New York PostPolycystic Ovary Syndrome Renamed Polyendocrine Metabolic Ovarian Syndrome
Medical experts have renamed polycystic ovary syndrome to polyendocrine metabolic ovarian syndrome after more than a decade of global consultation involving 50 organizations. The change, published in The Lancet, aims to better reflect the condition's hormonal, metabolic and multi…
Science NewsBaylor Reports 27 Births From 44 Uterus Transplants, With High Complication Rates
Liza Johannesson and colleagues detailed outcomes for 44 women who received uterus transplants at Baylor University Medical Center from 2016 to 2026. Twenty-seven have given birth, with high success rates once the organ functions. The study, published May 1 in the Journal of the…
The IndependentBlood Test Developed to Detect Heart and Kidney Disease Earlier
Researchers at the University of Bristol have identified a method to detect damage to microscopic blood vessels by examining a coating transferred to red blood cells. The approach could allow doctors to identify early signs of heart and kidney disease through a routine blood test…
theepochtimes.comAustralian Study Finds Association Between Air Pollution Levels and Cardio-Respiratory Hospitalisations
A study released on 2026-05-11 found higher exposure to PM2.5 and NO2 consistently linked with increased cardio-respiratory hospitalisations. Researchers from five Australian universities examined 2016 pollution estimates and 2016-2017 hospital data from 1,155 public health areas…
automotiveworld.comStudy Finds Bidirectional Link Between Premenstrual Disorders and Psychiatric Conditions
A large Swedish study published Friday found that women with premenstrual syndrome or premenstrual dysphoric disorder are more likely to have psychiatric disorders, and those with psychiatric disorders are more likely to have premenstrual disorders. Researchers analyzed records o…
thehindubusinessline.comTwo Patients Achieve Undetectable HIV Levels After Experimental Engineered Immune Cell Treatment
Scientists report that a single infusion of modified immune cells enabled two people to suppress HIV to undetectable levels, one for nearly two years. The findings, presented as proof of concept, draw on a decade of success using similar techniques against blood cancers. Research…
The IndependentNasal Spray Developed to Protect Brain Cells Immediately After Stroke
Scientists in Hong Kong created a nasal spray that delivers brain-protective drugs directly to the brain within minutes of a stroke. The spray bypasses the blood-brain barrier and reduced brain tissue death by over 80 percent when given within 30 minutes in tests. Current stroke…
xtramagazine.comToronto Man in Remission from HIV After Bone Marrow Transplant for Cancer
A 62-year-old Toronto man diagnosed with HIV in 1999 stopped antiretroviral therapy in 2025 after receiving a bone marrow transplant for blood cancer. As of April 2026 his HIV levels remain undetectable. Dr. Sharon Walmsley said the case marks an advance but cautioned the risky p…
Nbc NewsStudy Finds 29% of U.S. Adults Have Iron Deficiency Without Anemia
An analysis of more than 8,000 adults from the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey showed 14% with absolute iron deficiency and 15% with functional iron deficiency. The findings, published in JAMA Network Open, highlight a common but overlooked condition that affects…
Australian Study Finds Modest Cellular and Metabolic Differences in Blood of ME/CFS Patients
Researchers found differences in immune cells and energy production molecules when comparing blood samples from 61 ME/CFS patients to healthy volunteers. The study, published in Cell Reports Medicine, involved 122 people total and was led by University of Sydney scientists.
nationalobserver.comAnalysis Finds No Widely Used Dataset Documentation Standard for Health AI
A study published on May 9, 2026, compared five standardized dataset documentation approaches and evaluated their alignment with recommendations for health datasets. The analysis determined that none are widely used or fully suited for health data. Researchers recommend developin…
swissinfo.chResearchers Develop RESPECT Conversational AI System for Informed Consent
A team at Stanford University created RESPECT, an LLM-based assistant that uses retrieval-augmented generation to answer questions about clinical trial informed consent documents. The system was evaluated for accuracy, safety through appropriate refusal rates, and stakeholder fee…
EuronewsBrain Continues to Process Language and Predict Words During Anaesthesia, Study Shows
A study of epilepsy patients published in Nature revealed that neural circuits continue to encode sound, detect odd tones and even anticipate words from podcasts while patients were unconscious. Researchers observed real-time speech processing and predictive coding typically asso…
interestingengineering.comDirectional Dark-Field Nanoimaging Achieved in Transmission X-ray Microscopy
Researchers have demonstrated the first directional dark-field setup for nanoimaging, mapping orientation of scattering features below the spatial resolution limit. The method, implemented by adding apertures to existing transmission X-ray microscopy setups, was validated on a go…
themarysue.comNo Cure Exists for Hantavirus; Treatments Include Ivermectin and Vaccines
No antiviral or vaccine for hantavirus is approved by the FDA. Some drugs work in vitro but fail in human trials. Ivermectin and hydroxychloroquine — the two most-asked-about repurposed drugs — have zero published research against hantavirus. Here is what every candidate, includi…
theconversation.comStudy Identifies Biologically Distinct Subgroups of Parkinson’s Disease in Fruit Fly Models
Belgian researchers used machine learning on fruit fly models with 24 Parkinson’s-linked gene mutations to identify two main groups and five subgroups. The findings indicate that treatments effective in one subgroup often fail in others, pointing toward tailored therapies. Patrik…