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NIH researchers identify avenue for enhanced GLP-1-induced weight loss
Modulating intracellular signaling may extend drug effects.
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NIH-supported project expands access to care for children with amblyopia
Open-access tool guides eye doctors without specific pediatric eye care training in amblyopia diagnosis and management.
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Researchers identify first suite of human antibodies against measles virus
NIH-funded study lays foundation for antibody-based measles treatment.
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NIH-funded study maps human pancreatic islet cells, offering new clues to diabetes risk
Comprehensive characterization of islet cells facilitated by national organ donation program.
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Researchers develop innovative model for risk assessment for hypertrophic cardiomyopathy
NIH-funded study incorporates new measures to better predict outcomes in chronic heart condition.
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NIH-funded study suggests that testosterone suppresses brain tumor growth in males
Findings may warrant exploration of the hormones as glioblastoma treatment.
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Oral small-molecule GLP-1 drugs penetrate deep into the brain to suppress cravings
NIH-funded research identifies new mechanism of action for next-generation weight-loss drugs.
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Adding weekly GLP-1 to cognitive behavioral therapy further reduces heavy drinking
Clinical trial suggests semaglutide may help patients with alcohol use disorder and obesity.
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Symptom-based approach treats opioid withdrawal in newborns with minimal drug exposure
NIH-funded clinical trial shows that the new approach could also decrease time in the hospital.
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Clinical trial finds no difference in fluid treatment options for pediatric sepsis
NIH-supported study is largest ever to compare fluid interventions to prevent major kidney damage in children treated for septic shock.