Company Plans Clinical Trial of Autonomic Regulation Therapy to Treat Heart Failure
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Company Plans Clinical Trial of Autonomic Regulation Therapy to Treat Heart Failure

According to a story from Compelo, the medical technology company LivaNova is kicking off an international trial that will assess the use of autonomic regulation therapy as a treatment for…

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New Data about Spinraza® in Infants with Spinal Muscular Atrophy Has Been Shared
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New Data about Spinraza® in Infants with Spinal Muscular Atrophy Has Been Shared

Biogen Inc. has provided updates on their research into Spinraza® (nusinersen) in infants with spinal muscular atrophy. At the moment, Sprinraza is the only approved treatment for the condition. Data from…

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Scientists are Using Pre-Natal Genetic Editing to Treat Hereditary Tyrosinemia Type 1 in Mice

Researchers have succeeded in editing genes to prevent a metabolic disorder called hereditary tyrosinemia type 1 (HT1) in animals while they are still in the womb. The team, who are…

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How Changes to Facebook’s Algorithm Might be Affecting Fundraising and Awareness Pages

Facebook has been making changes to how content will be shared on people’s newsfeeds. These are designed to help users connect more with friends and family, and limit the number…

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Risk of Heart Failure in Older Women Can be Reduced With Exercise, Study Says
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Risk of Heart Failure in Older Women Can be Reduced With Exercise, Study Says

According to a story from Reuters, a recent study found that mild exercise, such as walking, can significantly reduce the risk of heart failure in older, postmenopausal women. This large…

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