Improved Prostate Cancer Screening: The Promise of MyProstateScore 2.0

Sep 30, 2024 | Cancer, Research

Prostate cancer remains a significant health concern for men worldwide, particularly in the United States, where it is the most commonly diagnosed cancer and the fifth leading cause of cancer death among men. The disease disproportionately affects African American men...

Frameshift Mutations in Blood: A Promising Biomarker for Lynch Syndrome Surveillance

Sep 30, 2024 | Cancer, Research

Lynch syndrome is an inherited condition that significantly increases the risk of developing colorectal cancer and other cancers. People with Lynch syndrome have mutations in genes responsible for DNA mismatch repair, leading to a high rate of genetic errors called...

The Role of Glucose Metabolism in Alzheimer’s Disease

Sep 14, 2024 | Research

Alzheimer’s disease (AD) is a progressive neurological disorder characterized by the accumulation of misfolded beta-amyloid and tau proteins in the brain. This accumulation leads to the deterioration of neuronal connections, resulting in cognitive decline and...

Evolution of Medicine: From 1.0 to 3.0

Aug 25, 2024 | Research

The evolution of medicine over the centuries has been marked by significant milestones that have transformed healthcare practices and outcomes. This article explores the journey from Medicine 1.0, through Medicine 2.0, to the emerging paradigm of Medicine 3.0. Each...

Gene Variant Slows Form of Inherited Alzheimer’s Disease

Aug 4, 2024 | Research

Variations in certain genes can modify the risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease (AD) and other types of dementia. Some of the best-understood variants to date are in a gene called APOE. This gene plays a role in the transport of cholesterol and other fatty molecules...

Comprehensive Metabolic Health Assessment: Beyond HbA1c

Jul 15, 2024 | Research

The silent progression of type II diabetes (T2D) poses a significant challenge in modern healthcare. Often asymptomatic in its early stages, T2D can wreak havoc on the body for years before clinical symptoms manifest. This underscores the critical importance of early...