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WHO backs weight-loss drugs, urges cheap generics

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WHO backs weight-loss drugs, urges cheap generics
The World Health Organization recommended a range of blockbuster weight-loss drugs to treat diabetes and obesity globally for the first time on Friday, calling for cheap generic versions to be made available for people in developing countries.

853. Study: Iza-bren and osimertinib combination shows 100% response rate in EGFR-mutated lung cancer

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A combination of iza-bren (BL-B01D1), a novel bispecific antibody-drug conjugate (ADC), with osimertinib demonstrated a 100% objective response rate (ORR) in patients with first-line EGFR-mutated locally advanced or metastatic non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC).

854. Nivolumab maintains quality of life and reduces symptom deterioration in resectable NSCLC, trial shows

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An analysis from the Phase III CheckMate 77T trial confirms that perioperative nivolumab does not compromise health-related quality of life (HRQoL) in patients with resectable non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC), including those with Stage III N2 disease.

855. Radioactive metal at an Indonesia industrial site may be linked to shrimp recall

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Contaminated metal at an industrial site in Indonesia may be the source of radioactive material that led to massive recalls of imported frozen shrimp, international nuclear safety officials say, as efforts are underway to halt more U.S.-bound shipments.

856. Do pediatricians recommend vaccines to make a profit?

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It makes sense to approach some marketing efforts with skepticism. Scams, deepfakes, and deceptive social media posts are common, with people you don't know seeking to profit from your behavior.

857. How 'brain cleaning' while we sleep may lower our risk of dementia

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The brain has its own waste disposal system—known as the glymphatic system—that's thought to be more active when we sleep.

858. New medication lowers hard-to-control high blood pressure in people with chronic kidney disease

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Adding the novel medication baxdrostat to standard care may help manage high blood pressure and delay the progression of kidney disease in people with chronic kidney disease and uncontrolled high blood pressure , according to preliminary research presented at the American Heart Association's Hypertension Scientific Sessions 2025.

859. Human brains explore more to avoid losses than to seek gains

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Researchers at the Weizmann Institute of Science traced a neural mechanism that explains why humans explore more aggressively when avoiding losses than when pursuing gains. Their work reveals how neuronal firing and noise in the amygdala shape exploratory decision-making.

860. Coral-inspired capsule samples hidden bacteria from the small intestine

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In the depths of the ocean, marine corals have evolved intricate, porous structures that shelter diverse microbial communities.

861. For some, a COVID-19 vaccine means jumping through hoops or hitting the road

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Michelle Newmark has tried—and failed—a couple times to get an updated COVID-19 vaccine.

862. WHO backs weight-loss drugs, urges cheap generics

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The World Health Organization recommended a range of blockbuster weight-loss drugs to treat diabetes and obesity globally for the first time on Friday, calling for cheap generic versions to be made available for people in developing countries.

863. WHO chief lifts global mpox emergency

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Mpox no longer represents a global public health emergency, the WHO said Friday, following a steady decline in cases and deaths in the Democratic Republic of Congo and other affected countries.

864. Clean air, natural spaces, healthy diets and strong social bonds linked to lower inflammation in childhood

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The environment we grow up in plays a critical role in shaping our lifelong health. The exposome refers to the totality of environmental exposures from conception onward, including factors such as air pollution, nutrition, stress, and social context.

865. Study finds youth suicide trends vary across countries and by sex

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Suicide remains a leading cause of death among adolescents and young adults worldwide. However, recent global data reveal heterogeneous suicide trends across regions.

866. AI can evaluate social situations in a similar way to humans, offering new neuroscience research avenues

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Artificial intelligence can detect and interpret social features between people from images and videos almost as reliably as humans, according to a new study from the University of Turku in Finland published in the journal Imaging Neuroscience.

867. Vibration-powered chip could revolutionize assisted reproductive technology

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In the quest to address infertility, Cornell researchers have developed a groundbreaking device that could simplify and automate oocyte cumulus removal, a critical step in assisted reproductive technologies.

868. Predialysis nephrology care disparities contribute to vascular access

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System-based disparities in predialysis access to nephrology care contribute to disparities in the likelihood of having a mature, usable arteriovenous access for starting hemodialysis (incident vascular access) among Hispanic individuals, according to a study published online Sept. 5 in JAMA Network Open.

869. Less than half of youths with sickle cell received dental services in 2022

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Only forty-two percent of youths with sickle cell disease (SCD) received dental services in 2022, according to a research letter published online Sept. 3 in JAMA Network Open.

870. MRI correction method improves understanding of brain structure in children with ADHD

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Over 5% of children and adolescents are diagnosed with attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) globally. This condition is characterized by a short attention span, hyperactivity or impulsive behavior that is age-inappropriate, making it difficult for patients to navigate interpersonal relationships, the formal education system, and social life.

871. 3D structure of human clusterin sheds light on Alzheimer's risk factor

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Late-onset Alzheimer's disease (LOAD) is the most common form of dementia, with symptoms appearing after age 65. Since carriers of clusterin risk alleles have an increased likelihood of developing LOAD, the associated clusterin protein is of interest to researchers. In order to better understand the function of the associated protein, researchers at the Max Planck Institute of Biochemistry have deciphered the molecular basis for the chaperone function of clusterin.

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