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Mar 2026
Patients who stop GLP-1 drugs often restart or try alternatives
The study highlights that after stopping GLP-1 medications, many patients resume treatment or try alternatives, influencing weight management strategies.
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Mar 2026
Refeyn launches MyMass instrument to simplify sample quality assessment for structural biology
Refeyn, developer of pioneering mass photometry technology, announces the launch of MyMass™ mass photometer (MyMassMP), a compact instrument designed to answer a critical research question: Is the sample good enough for further analysis?
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Mar 2026
Biodegradable sanitary pads made from water hyacinth pass safety and absorbency tests in new study
Researchers developed a biodegradable sanitary pad using water hyacinth fibers and cotton, transforming an invasive aquatic weed into a sustainable absorbent material. Laboratory tests showed strong fluid absorption, safe pH levels, low microbial contamination, and rapid biodegradation.
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Mar 2026
Teen driving risks underestimated by parents despite safety concerns
Motor vehicle crashes remain a leading cause of death for teens and young adults, yet many families may underestimate the risks close to home, suggests a new national poll.
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Mar 2026
Study reveals limitations of large language models in medical diagnostics
Artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly transforming healthcare. AI systems can now detect diabetic eye disease from retinal photos and analyze CT images for signs of early-stage lung cancers and stroke.
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Mar 2026
Study reveals dual role of PFK enzyme in metabolism and cell cycle progression
A metabolic enzyme studied for over seven decades has a hidden second function - it can unwind RNA and promote cell cycle progression, an additional function beyond its role in energy production, according to a new study led by the University of Surrey.
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Mar 2026
Genomic sequencing may expand newborn screening beyond biochemical tests
Routine newborn screening (NBS) has transformed early disease detection. However, traditional biochemical tests limit the range of conditions that can be identified at birth. Next-generation sequencing is being explored as a complementary screening tool.
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Mar 2026
Computational model predicts telomere length from biopsy images
A new computational tool infers changes occurring at the ends of the chromosomes housing our DNA. It does so by detecting structural alterations in cells and tissues captured in images taken of routine medical biopsies, according to findings published March 16, 2026, in Cell Reports Methods.
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Mar 2026
Investigational oral therapy shows safety and potential benefits in ALS trial
In a phase 2b clinical trial, an investigational oral therapy called PrimeC was found to be safe and well tolerated in people living with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), with exploratory findings suggesting target engagement and potential clinical benefits.
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Mar 2026
New 3D-printed medicated patches show promise for chronic wound healing
A team of University of Mississippi researchers is developing a way to use 3D printed medicated patches to help close persistent sores and ulcers.
