Brain Implant Lets Paralyzed Man Walk: Combining AI and Stimulation
Introduction Spinal cord injuries that result in paralysis often leave few treatment options beyond rehabilitation, assistive devices, or experimental therapies. But a recent breakthrough integrates brain implants, AI-driven decoding, and spinal ...
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Deafness Gene Therapy: Restoring Hearing in Mice – Human Trials Coming?
Introduction From congenital deafness to noise-induced hearing loss, hearing impairment affects millions worldwide. Conventional aids, like hearing aids or cochlear implants, improve sound detection but can’t fully restore normal hearing. No...
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Sleep Apnea Implant: A New Device That Helps When CPAP Fails
Introduction Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) affects millions worldwide, characterized by repeated breathing interruptions during sleep due to relaxed throat muscles blocking the airway. Standard continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) machines ...
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CRISPR for Cholesterol: Gene Editing Injection Lowered Cholesterol in Trials
Introduction High cholesterol—particularly elevated low-density lipoprotein (LDL) levels—remains a major risk factor for heart disease, the leading global cause of death. While medications like statins help control LDL, not all patients respo...
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Cancer Early Detection Scans: Whole-Body MRI as a Screening Tool Gains Interest
Introduction Detecting cancer at an early stage significantly improves the chances of successful treatment. Traditional screenings—mammograms, colonoscopies, or low-dose CT scans—focus on specific organ systems. Now, a rising trend is whole-b...
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