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March 16, 2021 Edition

We at NIH are doing everything we can toward the development of diagnostics, therapeutics, and vaccines for COVID-19. You can find the latest public health information from CDC at https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus and the latest research information from NIH at https://www.covid19.nih.gov . Meanwhile, science continues to progress on many other fronts, and we will continue to try to bring you stories across a wide range of topics.

Teenage girl checking her blood sugar level

Drug delays type 1 diabetes onset

In a clinical trial, the drug teplizumab delayed type 1 diabetes onset and improved insulin production in high-risk individuals.

Study reveals how APOE4 gene may increase risk for dementia

Researchers found that the APOE4 gene may increase the risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias by altering brain cells’ lipid metabolism.

Bundles of abnormal, segmented mitochondria

Mitochondrial DNA involved in sickle cell disease

People with sickle cell disease have high levels of mitochondrial DNA in their blood, which may help trigger damaging inflammation.

Homeopathy and Cancer Treatment: A Complementary Approach

Hello, I'm Vishnu, a passionate homeopathy practitioner dedicated to exploring the full potential of holistic health. As the field of complementary and alternative medicine continues to evolve, homeopathy has gained attention for its gentle and individualized approach to healing. Today, I want to shed light on how homeopathy can serve as a supportive option for individuals facing cancer, while also emphasizing the importance of informed decision-making. Homeopathy, based on the principle of "like cures like," involves using highly diluted substances to stimulate the body’s natural healing response. For many, this gentle method offers a sense of empowerment and comfort, particularly in challenging health situations such as cancer. Though homeopathy is not promoted as a stand-alone cancer treatment, it can play a valuable role in supporting patients alongside conventional therapies. Individuals undergoing conventional cancer treatments like chemotherapy and radiation often ...

Homeopathy & Smoking: A Natural Way to Beat the Cravings

| Why is Smoking So Hard to Quit? Hey there! I’m Vishnu, a homeopathy practioner and researcher, always curious about how natural healing can make a difference. Smoking is one of the toughest habits to quit A transient surge of endorphins in the reward circuits of the brain causes a slight, brief euphoria when nicotine is administered. This surge is much briefer than the "high" associated with other drugs. However, like other drugs of abuse, nicotine increases levels of the neurotransmitter dopamine in these reward circuits , which reinforces the behavior of taking the drug. Repeated exposure alters these circuits' sensitivity to dopamine and leads to changes in other brain circuits involved in learning, stress, and self-control. For many tobacco users, the long-term brain changes induced by continued nicotine exposure result in addiction, which involves withdrawal symptoms when not smoking, and difficulty adhering to the resolution to quit. We all know smoking is har...

Homeopathy vs. Conventional Medicine: Can They Work Together?

Hello everyone, I’m Vishnu , a homeopathic medical student passionate about exploring how different healing approaches can work together. Today, let’s talk about a topic that often sparks debate: Homeopathy and Conventional Medicine – Are they rivals, or can they complement each other? Understanding the Two Systems Before we jump to conclusions, let’s get the basics right. - Conventional Medicine (Allopathy) is what most people are familiar with—fast-acting drugs, surgeries, and treatments backed by extensive clinical trials. It focuses on symptom suppression and is highly effective in emergencies, infections, and life-threatening conditions. - Homeopathy, on the other hand, follows the principle of "like cures like" and individualized treatment. It aims to stimulate the body's natural healing response using highly diluted substances. Homeopathy is widely used for chronic diseases, allergies, autoimmune disorders, and even mental hea...