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A new digital eye-tracking test was more accurate than several standard blood tests at identifying cognitive impairment in older adults. This provides a simple, non-invasive tool for early screening of conditions like Alzheimer’s disease.
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Subcutaneous immunoglobulin (SCIg) appears to have a lower risk of causing dangerous blood clots compared to the intravenous form (IVIg) for treating neuroinflammatory diseases. This suggests SCIg may be a safer option, especially for patients with existing risk factors for heart disease or stroke.
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A study on guinea pigs found that their behavior and physiology, like activity levels and stress hormones, change predictably with their reproductive cycle. This highlights the importance of considering hormonal cycles in animal research to get accurate and consistent results.
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A review article explores how a special type of MRI can map the electrical conductivity of tissues, which varies in healthy versus diseased states. This technology could one day provide additional diagnostic information during a standard MRI scan without needing any injections or radiation.
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A study found that patients with severe aortic valve disease who also have damage to the right side of their heart face a significantly higher risk of death and re-hospitalization after a valve replacement procedure. This underscores the need for doctors to thoroughly assess overall heart health before such procedures to better predict patient outcomes.
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