Let's talk about a tough condition called Scleroderma, specifically the kind that affects the lungs. People with this trouble often get medicines to try and control it. To find out which drugs work best, researchers looked at four commonly used medicines: tocilizumab, rituximab, mycophenolate mofeti
In the quest to understand what the brain has in store for people with feeling they are having early signs of mental decline, neurologists came up with an idea. They called it amyloid PET scans. These tests help doctors understand the amyloid protein building up in the brain that could lead to mo
Firstly, imagine a battle between tiny organisms such as Fasciola gigantica and Fasciola hepatica and the livestock industry. FgSAP-2 is a key protein that can help us in this battle. There are two ways to produce this protein: in bacteria (prokaryotic expression) and in more sophisticated organis
What's the deal with depression in Brazil? Doctors and staff need to make some tough calls. So many variables and cultural factors can influence how we experience this condition and these people at risk. The forming of the what's known as the PHQ-9 questionnaire was a game-changer, thanks to this cr
Let's dive into the fascinating world of the brain and explore what happens when someone experiences post-stroke depression, or PSD for short. Imagine a stroke as a sudden, unexpected storm that disrupts the brain's landscape. This storm can lead to PSD, a condition that affects many people who hav
In gestational implantation, endometrium stromal cells are the real VIPs. These cells need to be receptive and ready, especially for human conception. Something called SHP2, a protein, is highly present in these decidualized cells. Its role here? Making the cells that line the uterus receptive to im
The U. S. President Trump announced that airstrikes were carried out on a group of ISIS planners and other members in Somalia. These attacks took place on the 27th of January. That is this month. He said the target was a senior ISIS member and other operatives hiding in caves. They were a threat to
Ever wondered why some people seem to be stuck in a cycle of negative emotions? They feel more distressed and have a harsher view of themselves. What pulls them into this trap? Researchers have discovered that tree-based models can help identify what's going on. These models are l
The Japanese study focused on how depression affected the cardiovascular health of older people. It is a well-known fact that depression can lead to heart disease in people who are middle-aged. But the question arose whether depression could also affect the heart health of those aged 75 years and ab
Cameroon faces an uphill battle with HIV it struggles with it clinically. Among those fought hard on is the North West Region of the country. This area faces a stark reality: roughly 4 out of 100 of residents are living with HIV. That's significantly higher than Cameroon's national average of 2. 7
