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In our aging society, treating joint problems is becoming increasingly important. To do this, the cartilage damage must become repairable. But so far it has proved impossible to recreate the complex internal structure of cartilage. Professor Jos Malda has now received an ERC Advanced grant of €2.5 million to crack this code. Combining biology and technology Throughout his career, Jos Malda has dealt with the interface between biology and technology. It took him from his studies in Bioprocess Engineering at Wageningen to the position of Professor of Biofabrication in Translational Regenerative Medicine at Utrecht. Here at the Utrecht Center for…
New insight into the fight against drug-resistant prostate cancer: New research from the University of Eastern Finland sheds light on the importance of the glucocorticoid receptor in drug-resistant prostate cancer, showing that the development of drug resistance could be prevented by limiting of the activity of co-regulator proteins.Glucocorticoids regulate vital biological processes by affecting gene coding through a DNA-binding transcription factor, i.e. the glucocorticoid receptor. Glucocorticoid receptor activity is used extensively in medicine because glucocorticoids have a strong anti-inflammatory effect. For this reason, synthetic glucocorticoids are one of the most prescribed drugs in the world. They are used to treat…
La Coppia dei Sogni (in Italian) means “The Couple of Dreams”. The “Dream Couple” consists of Emanuele Di Marino, born with a congenital malformation called clubfoot, and Arjola Dedaj, born with retinitis pigmentosa, which worsened to the point of blindness. They are the two athletes of the National Paralympic Athletics Team: Emanuele, category T44, specializes in 100m, 200m and 400m, while Arjola, category T11, runs 100m and 200m and does the long jump. The shared history of the two champions is “dreamlike”, the personal ones are incredible. Having emigrated in the 90s on a dinghy, Arjola also tried her hand…
We all love glowing skin. From makeup to face polish in tubes, the world of dermatology continues to come up with innovative ways to help you achieve the skin of your dreams—but at what cost? One such treatment that can improve your skin tone is dermaplaning. Whether you’re a skincare enthusiast or just curious about the latest cosmetic treatments, this guide is designed to give you insightful information on how dermaplaning works, its benefits, its suitability for different skin types and what to wait during and after the procedure. Our goal is to equip you with the knowledge necessary to…
By Dr. Sonia Health Taking care of your pelvic floor is essential for maintaining good bladder and bowel control, supporting your pelvic organs, preventing pelvic pain and, of course, overall sexual well-being. Pelvic floor exercises, also known as Kegel exercises, are a critical component of pelvic health for women and men. According to a 2022 study released via Journal of Nature’s Scientific Reportsstatistics show that 32% of women will have at least one pelvic floor disorder in their lifetime, while a 2023 study published via National Library of Medicine showed that 16% of men have also been identified with pelvic…
By Beth Conover, APRN, Beth Kiernan, MPH, and Al Romeo, RN, PhD – Teratogen Information Specialists MotherToBaby From images of buildings destroyed by high winds to families trapped on rooftops by flooding (and the rising death toll), to say hurricanes can be devastating would be an understatement. At MotherToBaby, we get questions from moms and moms-to-be in storm-hit areas about the potential exposures they may face as powerful forces of nature wreak havoc on their homes and communities. We just wanted to let you know – MotherToBaby is here for you, your unborn child and your baby. We can answer…
Wellness culture has run rampant in recent years, pushing healthy habits to extremes and making people sick. If some health food is good, more must be better, right? In the context of the following three areas, too much of a good thing can actually be very bad for your health. 1. Excess nutrients The main nutrients that cause problems in excess are vitamin A, copper and iron. Often a customer has a problem with more than one of these. Excess vitamin A — Getting too much vitamin A from eating rich foods like dairy, butter, and eggs for decades…
To sculpt your abs, it is essential to focus on this particular area. While sit-ups are a popular option, they are not the only option available. Incorporate exercises like mountain climbers, leg dips, and hip lifts to find what works best for you. Even with regular exercise and a balanced diet, many individuals find that their lower abs could use more definition and strength. Targeting this area with specific exercises can help strengthen your lower abs. Include core workouts like planks, crunches, scissor kicks and butterfly kicks to build strength, enhancing your ability to perform various activities. According to a…
Researchers adapted an artificial intelligence (AI) program to detect signs of childbirth-related post-traumatic stress disorder (CB-PTSD) by evaluating short narrative statements of birthing patients. The program successfully identified a large proportion of participants likely to have the disorder, and with further refinements – such as details from medical records and birth experience data from different populations – the model could potentially identify a large proportion of those at risk. The study, which was funded by the National Institutes of Health, appears in Scientific Reports. Worldwide, CB-PTSD affects approximately 8 million people who give birth each year, and current practice for…
There are so many myths about what it’s like to live with bipolar disorder. People constantly make assumptions about it based on media portrayals, but life is not a movie or a news report. Life with bipolar disorder is complex and varied, and what works for some is not necessarily what works for everyone. So let’s dispel some of the myths about what it’s like to live with bipolar disorder and encourage people to stop making uneducated assumptions. Living with Bipolar Myth #1: We experience violent outbursts The media loves to report that a person has bipolar disorder when there…