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September 29, 2026 Edition
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Antiviral drug did not improve Long COVID symptoms
A clinical trial for Long COVID found that treating patients with a common antiviral drug for up to 25 days did not improve symptoms.
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tRNA treatment may help restore cystic fibrosis proteins
Lipid nanoparticles delivering engineered transfer RNA restored functional proteins in cell and animal models of cystic fibrosis.
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Bacterial infection may alter developing gut
C. difficile bacteria caused lasting changes to cells in the intestines of newborn mice.
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Fetal alcohol spectrum disorders prevalent in U.S. communities
A study of the prevalence of fetal alcohol spectrum disorders in U.S. communities highlights the need for strategies to address this problem.
High-salt diet affects the brains of mice
A high-salt diet caused changes in the guts of mice that led to reduced blood flow in the brain and impaired cognition.
Physical clot removal can help more people after stroke
A brain imaging study identified people who can benefit from a clot-removing procedure for up to 16 hours after a stroke occurs, significantly expanding the treatment window.
Early childhood program linked to higher education levels
Adults who participated in an extensive early childhood education program for children from low-income families attained higher educational levels than those who’d received other interventions.
Altered lung structure may increase COPD risk
A study found a link between variations in the structure of the lung’s airways and the risk of developing chronic obstructive pulmonary disorder, or COPD.
Biodegradable, implantable pressure sensors
Researchers engineered a biodegradable pressure sensor from materials used in FDA-approved medical implants and successfully implanted it into mice.
Blood test detects several cancer types
Researchers developed a blood test that can detect signs of eight common solid tumors. With further development, the test could allow for earlier cancer detection.