Author: Nithya Somarapu

With a deep fascination for the intricacies of the medical field, Nithya excels at translating complex medical information into clear and engaging content. Her passion for clear communication fuels her ability to craft compelling narratives for a diverse audience. Nithya's meticulous research ensures the accuracy and depth of the content she creates, empowering readers to stay informed about important medical advancements.

An infant with Autism Spectrum Disorder
Salience Network Predicts ASD Risk in Infants

In 6-week-old newborns at risk for autism, unique patterns of brain connectivity were discovered in.

Microscopic image of blood cancer cells.
Cyclophosphamide Expands Blood Cancer Donor Pool

Researchers at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine’s Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center and.

A plate of cookies, chips, and a soda can with a brain superimposed on it.
Cognitive Decline Linked to Ultra-Processed Foods

A recent study that was published in the online edition of Neurology, the medical journal.

Anemia and Blood cells
ESAs in LR-MDS: Prognostic Factors for Response Identified

A systematic literature review (SLR) published in the Journal of Clinical Medicine found that in.

Person taking a fish oil capsule
Fish Oil Supplements: Mixed Effects on Cardiovascular Health

The results of a large long-term study published in the open-access journal BMJ Medicine suggest.

Pregnant women with higher fluoride levels linked to increased neurobehavioral issues in children, according to a University of Florida study.
Neurobehavioral Issues Tied to Prenatal Fluoride

In brief: According to a recent study, Pregnant women who take more fluoride supplements had.

Researchers at the Netherlands Cancer Institute discovered that the Schlafen11 gene mediates a novel cancer cell death pathway triggered by DNA damage.
DNA Damage Triggers New Cell Death Pathway

Tumor cells are killed by chemotherapy, which damages their DNA. However, it seems that the.

Illustration showing multiple sclerosis (MS) patients experiencing sleep disturbances due to comorbidities.
Comorbidities Worsen Sleep Quality in Multiple Sclerosis

Comorbidities in multiple sclerosis (MS) are associated with reduced quality of sleep. A recent study.

Illustration of obesity and cardiovascular disease risk reduction with anti-obesity medications (AOMs).
AOMs Reduce CVD Risk in Obese Medicare Patients

Obesity is a leading cause of disease and mortality, primarily from cardiovascular disease (CVD), which.

Illustration of brain development and dopaminergic signaling linked to autism spectrum disorder (ASD).
Dopamine Linked to Brain Development in ASD

Summary: A recent study links autism spectrum disease (ASD) to disruptions in dopamine transmission during.