Semaglutide reduces severity of common liver disease in people with HIV
NIH-funded findings inform interdisciplinary care approach across the lifespan. (Source: National Institutes of Health (NIH) News Releases)
Source: National Institutes of Health (NIH) News Releases - March 5, 2024 Category: American Health Source Type: news

Tools underestimate cardiovascular event risk in people with HIV
NIH trial reveals need for more accurate screening in Black people and cisgender women. (Source: National Institutes of Health (NIH) News Releases)
Source: National Institutes of Health (NIH) News Releases - March 4, 2024 Category: American Health Source Type: news

New antibodies target “dark side” of influenza virus protein
NIH researchers explore hidden, vulnerable region of influenza neuraminidase. (Source: National Institutes of Health (NIH) News Releases)
Source: National Institutes of Health (NIH) News Releases - March 1, 2024 Category: American Health Source Type: news

Smoking cannabis associated with increased risk of heart attack, stroke
NIH-funded observational study shows risk grows sharply with more frequent use. (Source: National Institutes of Health (NIH) News Releases)
Source: National Institutes of Health (NIH) News Releases - February 28, 2024 Category: American Health Source Type: news

Bariatric surgery provides long-term blood glucose control, type 2 diabetes remission
NIH-supported study shows long-term benefits of surgery compared to medication and lifestyle change. (Source: National Institutes of Health (NIH) News Releases)
Source: National Institutes of Health (NIH) News Releases - February 27, 2024 Category: American Health Source Type: news

Intervention reduces likelihood of developing postpartum anxiety and depression by more than 70%
NIH-funded study shows prenatal mental health support is effective for women living in low-resource settings. (Source: National Institutes of Health (NIH) News Releases)
Source: National Institutes of Health (NIH) News Releases - February 26, 2024 Category: American Health Source Type: news

Antibody reduces allergic reactions to multiple foods in NIH clinical trial
Drug can help protect kids with multiple food allergies during accidental exposure. (Source: National Institutes of Health (NIH) News Releases)
Source: National Institutes of Health (NIH) News Releases - February 23, 2024 Category: American Health Source Type: news

Scientists develop a simple blood test to quickly diagnose sarcoidosis
NIH-funded tool can accurately identify the potentially life-threatening inflammatory disease. (Source: National Institutes of Health (NIH) News Releases)
Source: National Institutes of Health (NIH) News Releases - February 22, 2024 Category: American Health Source Type: news

Long-acting HIV treatment demonstrates efficacy in people with challenges taking daily medicine as prescribed
All clinical trial participants will have the opportunity to choose the trial medication. (Source: National Institutes of Health (NIH) News Releases)
Source: National Institutes of Health (NIH) News Releases - February 21, 2024 Category: American Health Source Type: news

NIH launches research network to evaluate emerging cancer screening technologies
Clinical trials will assess multi-cancer detection tests, among others. (Source: National Institutes of Health (NIH) News Releases)
Source: National Institutes of Health (NIH) News Releases - February 21, 2024 Category: American Health Source Type: news

NIH study offers new clues into the causes of post-infectious ME/CFS
In-depth study finds brain, immune, and metabolic abnormalities linked to debilitating chronic disease. (Source: National Institutes of Health (NIH) News Releases)
Source: National Institutes of Health (NIH) News Releases - February 20, 2024 Category: American Health Source Type: news

Women may realize health benefits of regular exercise more than men
An NIH-supported observational study finds that even when women and men get the same amount of physical activity, the risk of premature death is lower for women. (Source: National Institutes of Health (NIH) News Releases)
Source: National Institutes of Health (NIH) News Releases - February 20, 2024 Category: American Health Source Type: news

Researchers optimize genetic tests for diverse populations to tackle health disparities
Improved genetic tests more accurately assess disease risk regardless of genetic ancestry. (Source: National Institutes of Health (NIH) News Releases)
Source: National Institutes of Health (NIH) News Releases - February 20, 2024 Category: American Health Source Type: news

275 million new genetic variants identified in NIH precision medicine data
Study details the unprecedented scale, diversity, and power of the All of Us Research Program. (Source: National Institutes of Health (NIH) News Releases)
Source: National Institutes of Health (NIH) News Releases - February 19, 2024 Category: American Health Source Type: news

COVID-19 vaccination and boosting during pregnancy protects infants for six months
Findings reinforce the importance of receiving both a COVID-19 vaccine and booster during pregnancy. (Source: National Institutes of Health (NIH) News Releases)
Source: National Institutes of Health (NIH) News Releases - February 14, 2024 Category: American Health Source Type: news