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Alert dogs helping diabetics detect ‘blood sugar drops faster than sensors’
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Gut microbiota may worsen symptoms of atopic diseases, Wroclaw researchers find
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Regular physical activity key to healthy aging, Silesian Medical University researchers say
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Polish scientists develop gene therapy candidates for ultra-rare PUS3 syndrome,
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IGNIS mission alters astronauts’ vitamin D levels and balance, AI analysis shows
Preliminary results from the Astro Performance experiment indicate that astronauts returning from the IGNIS mission experienced significant changes in vitamin D levels and motor stability, researchers said, after analysing more than 14,000 health parameters collected before and after the flight.
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Gut-brain axis linked to schizophrenia severity and trauma impact, Wroclaw study finds
Research by scientists at the Wroclaw Medical University has found that the gut-brain axis may play a significant role in psychotic disorders, with evidence linking gut microbiota composition to schizophrenia, including its deficit subtype, and to traumatic experiences.
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Gelatine-based eutectogels show promise for wound healing and drug delivery, Gdańsk researchers say
Scientists at Gdańsk University of Technology have developed gelatine-based eutectogels that could be used in the treatment of difficult-to-heal wounds and in controlled drug delivery systems, the university said.
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