Month: September 2023
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Pregnancy brings about numerous changes to a woman’s body, beyond just a growing belly and swollen ankles. Many women also experience mental changes, commonly known as “baby brain,” which include forgetfulness, poor attention, and brain fog. In this article, we will delve into the reasons behind baby brain and explore the physiological alterations that occur…
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Scientists have made a major breakthrough in studying the early stages of human development. They have successfully grown an embryo model that closely resembles a 14-day-old human embryo using stem cells. And here’s the remarkable part: they did it without using sperm, eggs, or a womb! Understanding the Earliest Moments of Life Ethically The ambition…
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A 12-year-old boy with acute leukemia received a life-changing stem cell transplant on Tuesday. This procedure used a half-matched stem cell from his father and a sample from the Shanghai Cord Blood Bank. A Collaborative Effort for a Cure The Shanghai Cord Blood Bank joined forces with a children’s hospital in Suzhou, Jiangsu Province, to…
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Acute-on-chronic liver failure (ACLF) is a severe liver condition. In simpler terms, think of it as a sudden liver malfunction happening in someone already suffering from chronic liver issues. This can be pretty scary, as ACLF has a high mortality rate, meaning it can be fatal. The Role of Macrophages Our body’s inflammation responses play…
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Did you know that blood clots, also known as venous thromboembolism (VTE), are the third most common type of acute cardiovascular disease? Each year, millions of cases are reported worldwide, with deep vein thrombosis (DVT) and pulmonary embolism (PE) being the most common forms of blood clots. As life expectancy increases, the number of people…
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For a long time, pregnancy was seen as a career-ender for female athletes. However, things are changing as more women athletes speak out and showcase their success both before and after having children. A recent study published in the European Journal of Sport Science confirms that giving birth has little to no impact on a…
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A recent study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association has revealed alarming findings about maternal deaths in the United States. The study found that the risk of maternal death has more than doubled for all racial and ethnic groups from 1999 to 2019. Black women were found to be at a higher…
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In a recent article, the BBC looked at the benefits that are drawing people towards Cord Blood Banking. Meet Praveen and Ramya, a couple from Houston, Texas, who faced a crucial decision when their son Kiaan was born. They had to decide what to do with the blood from the umbilical cord. They could discard…
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Pregnancy is a time filled with excitement and joy. But for many expectant parents, there can also be serious health issues that put both the parent and the baby at risk. Conditions like preeclampsia and preterm birth can have serious consequences if not detected and treated early enough. Currently, doctors rely on a woman’s medical…
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Macrophage-based cell therapy is an exciting and innovative approach that involves using specialized immune cells to treat various medical conditions. This form of therapy has gained significant interest in recent years, with researchers exploring its potential in cancer treatment, regenerative medicine, and more. An article in Nature delves into the history of cell therapy, the…