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Jan , 2024
New study recommends 2000 IU daily vitamin D supplementation
Tag: Kidney

New study recommends 2000 IU daily vitamin D supplementation

In a recent narrative review published in Nutrients, researchers discuss the evidence arguing for the efficiency and safety of 2000 international units (IU), i.e., 50 micrograms (µg) of vitamin D supplementation per day to prevent and treat vitamin D deficiency in the general adult population. Study: Vitamin D Supplementation: A Review of the Evidence Arguing for a Daily […]

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Jan , 2024
The long-term outcomes of diabetes remission and its impact on health
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The long-term outcomes of diabetes remission and its impact on health

In a recent study published in Diabetologia, researchers examine the effect of diabetes remission on long-term health outcomes. Study: Impact of remission from type 2 diabetes on long-term health outcomes: findings from the Look AHEAD study. Image Credit: Proxima Studio / Shutterstock.com What is diabetes remission? Remission from type 2 diabetes is considered attainable by many […]

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Dec , 2023
Protective genetic variant shields Black Americans from kidney disease risk
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Protective genetic variant shields Black Americans from kidney disease risk

Many Black Americans who are thought to have a high risk of developing kidney disease possess a protective genetic variant that nullifies the extra risk, a new study from Columbia researchers has found. The study found that high-risk people who carry this variant have a risk of developing kidney disease much closer to that of […]

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Nov , 2023
Social support needed to reduce the barriers in accessing cardiac rehabilitation
Tag: Kidney

Social support needed to reduce the barriers in accessing cardiac rehabilitation

Noted experts in cardiovascular rehabilitation attending the Third Jim Pattison-Mazankowski Alberta Heart Institute Cardiac Rehabilitation Symposium (Banff, April 21-23, 2023) observed that although cardiac rehabilitation benefits diverse groups of patients and affords the most cost-effective prevention for recurrent events, it is grossly underutilized globally. They concluded that access is the hardest obstacle for patients to […]

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Nov , 2023
Sparsentan may be a new treatment option for focal segmental glomerulosclerosis
Tag: Kidney

Sparsentan may be a new treatment option for focal segmental glomerulosclerosis

Focal segmental glomerulosclerosis (FSGS) is a rare kidney disorder that affects children and adults, and can lead to kidney failure. New findings from a team led by the University of Minnesota Medical School show patients with FSGS who were treated with the medication sparsentan experienced improved kidney function-; making it a potential new treatment option […]

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Nov , 2023
A Discussion with Dr. Wenning Qin
Tag: Kidney

A Discussion with Dr. Wenning Qin

In this interview, we delve deep into the pioneering world of xenotransplantation and the evolving landscape of gene editing, with Dr. Wenning Qin, SVP, Innovation & Process Development at eGenesis. Drawing from her vast experience, Dr. Qin shares insights into the challenges, opportunities, and future of xenotransplantation. Please introduce yourself and tell us about your […]

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Oct , 2023
Simple fingerprick blood test could help identify millions of people with undiagnosed diabetes
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Simple fingerprick blood test could help identify millions of people with undiagnosed diabetes

In 2019, there were almost 14 thousand diabetes-related deaths in the UK. That number looks set to rise. Britain currently has 4.3 million registered diabetics, but new analysis from London Medical Laboratory has revealed there are likely to be over one million Brits suffering from undiagnosed type 2 diabetes. Untreated diabetes can lead to blindness, amputations and […]

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Sep , 2023
Study explores hypertension risk in adults on TAF vs. TDF
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Study explores hypertension risk in adults on TAF vs. TDF

In a recent study published in JAMA Network Open, a group of researchers assessed the risk of hypertension and statin initiation in adults starting Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) Pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) with emtricitabine/tenofovir alafenamide fumarate (TAF) compared to those taking emtricitabine/tenofovir disoproxil fumarate (TDF), using data from Kaiser Permanente Southern California (KPSC). Study: Use of Tenofovir […]

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Aug , 2023
A new understanding of the role of the NSL complex
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A new understanding of the role of the NSL complex

The non-specific lethal (NSL) complex is a chromatin-associated factor that has been shown to regulate the expression of thousands of genes in both fruit flies and mammals. Abrogation of the NSL genes leads to the death of the organism, and this phenotype gives rise to this complex’s curious name. Max Planck researchers have now identified […]

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Aug , 2023
Focused update of ESC Heart Failure Guidelines integrates latest evidence-based treatments
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Focused update of ESC Heart Failure Guidelines integrates latest evidence-based treatments

A focused update of the European Society of Cardiology (ESC) Heart Failure Guidelines is published online today in European Heart Journal following the results of major new trials that should change the management of patients with heart failure. Heart failure is a fast-moving area of research and exciting new trials are expanding the treatment […]
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