Mutations are changes in the molecular letters that make up the DNA code, the blueprint for all living cells. Some of these changes can have little effect, but others can lead to diseases, including cancer. Now, a new study introduces an original technique, called HiDEF-seq, that can accurately detect the early molecular changes in DNA code that precede mutations.
Researchers say bariatric surgery is more effective and has longer lasting impacts for weight loss than GLP-1 drugs such as Ozempic and lifestyle interventions
When it comes to killers, stroke is No. 5 in the United States. Stroke is also a leading cause of long-term disability. Both stroke and heart attack are increasingly striking at younger ages.
Integrating nurse case managers into telehealth initiatives notably reduces blood pressure among Black and Hispanic stroke survivors, addressing healthcare disparities.