New Antibiotic Breakthrough Offers Hope in Fight Against Antibiotic-Resistant Infections
Antibiotic-resistant bacterial infections are an urgent global health concern, with limited treatment options available. However, a recent breakthrough in antibiotic development offers hope in the fight against these infections. A study published in Nature on 03 January 2024 reports the…
Beliefs’ Impact on Brain Activity and Drug Dosing Behavior
Mount Sinai Hospital researchers have made a groundbreaking discovery, revealing that an individual’s beliefs about drugs can significantly impact their brain activity and behavior, much like the effects of pharmacological treatments. This finding has far-reaching implications for addiction treatment and…
Man Sues Eli Lilly Over Paralyzed Stomach from Mounjaro Drug
A 38-year-old man is taking legal action against pharmaceutical company Eli Lilly, claiming that two doses of the drug Mounjaro have left him with a permanently paralyzed stomach. The man, identified only as Blake, experienced sudden and severe vomiting after…
Erythromycin shows promise in treatment of myotonic dystrophy type 1, study finds
A recent study published in eClinicalMedicine has shed light on the potential of erythromycin in the treatment of myotonic dystrophy type 1 (DM1). DM1 is a debilitating condition caused by a CTG repeat expansion in the DMPK gene, leading to…
Mediterranean Diet Dietitian Recipes
The Mediterranean diet is known for providing various health benefits, including improving heart health, brain function, and aiding in weight management. This diet consists of whole foods such as lean protein, whole grains, legumes, and fruits and vegetables. Two dietitians,…
RNA-Based Switch for Gene Therapy
An RNA-Based Switch for Dialing Gene Therapy Up or Down January 2, 2024 The ability to control the expression of therapeutic genes within a “therapeutic window” is crucial to ensure the development of safe and effective gene therapies, but to…
Florida Surgeon General Sparks Controversy with Call to Halt Covid Vaccines
Florida’s surgeon general, Dr. Joseph Ladapo, has sparked controversy by calling for a halt to the use of Covid vaccines, citing debunked concerns about contaminants in the vaccine permanently integrating into human DNA. In a statement released by the Florida…
Tirzepatide vs. Semaglutide: A Comparison
There has been a lot of buzz in the weight loss space with the emergence of medications like tirzepatide and semaglutide. But what’s the deal with tirzepatide vs. semaglutide? Let’s dive into the details. At a basic level, tirzepatide, also…
Indiana Women’s Basketball Gears Up for Conference Play
Indiana women’s basketball is gearing up for conference play, with the team set to face off against Michigan on January 4th. As the Big Ten schedule kicks into full gear, the Hoosiers are coming off a strong non-conference performance, winning…
Indiana Falls to Nebraska 86-70 in Big Ten Matchup
Indiana suffered an 86-70 loss to Nebraska in a Big Ten matchup on Wednesday night. The Hoosiers, who had their season-opening starting lineup, struggled with turnovers, fouls, and defensive rebounds, leading to a significant deficit at halftime. Indiana’s turnovers, totaling…