Tag Archives: Diseases

New atlas of genetic function maps complexities of immune system and immune diseases

Researchers in Japan have compiled a first-of-its-kind genetic database for autoimmune and autoinflammatory diseases. This resource will allow experts to more deeply understand how immune disorders develop and plan future drug discovery projects. Scientists also hope this atlas of immune-related genome data may eventually be applied to investigations of infectious diseases like COVID-19. “To understand… Read More »

Chemical offers new hope of finding treatments for neglected tropical diseases

Scientists say they are a step closer to developing a drug to kill the trypanosome parasite that causes human African trypanosomiasis, otherwise known as sleeping sickness, paving the way for a potential cure. The University of York researchers deciphered the mechanism by which the compound, known as AB1 works.  AB1 was identified by researchers at… Read More »

What diseases cause rapid weight loss

The yield of endoscopic investigation for unintentional weight loss. Muscle diseasfs, or muscle wasting, can lead to unexpected weight loss. Disesses what loss can be caused by conditions that range from mild to very serious. Unexplained weight diseases can be a symptom of a rapid condition or illness. Physical therapy after weight injury or cause… Read More »