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A blood test can identify genetic diseases in fetuses

A research team has developed an innovative screening test. With a blood sample from the expectant mother, they can scrutinize all the genes in the fetus. The findings indicate that the new test, named desNIPT, has demonstrated effectiveness in identifying alterations in fetal genes — a leading factor in severe congenital diseases. Read Full Article […]

Published on January 4, 2024

Poor Sleep in 30s, 40s Linked to Memory Problems Later

People who get poor sleep in their 30s and 40s might be more likely to develop memory and thinking problems a decade later, a new study warns. Those who had the most disrupted sleep in early adulthood had more than double the odds of poor thinking performance when tested in… Read Full Article (External Site) […]

Published on January 4, 2024

Ultrasound Tool Gets Alzheimer’s Drugs to Brain Faster

Scientists have found a way to help Alzheimer’s drugs seep inside the brain faster – by temporarily breaching its protective shield. The novel experiment was a first attempt in just three patients. But in spots in the brain where the new technology took aim, it enhanced… Read Full Article (External Site) Dr. David LowemannDr. David […]

Published on January 4, 2024