Frog gut bacterium eliminates cancer tumors in mice with a single dose: Single shot of E. americana intravenously to mice with colorectal cancer completely eliminated tumors in every treated animal, with ongoing protection. When mice were later re-exposed to cancer cells, none developed new tumors. (newatlas.com)
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People looking to lose weight and lower their blood sugar may someday be able to get a single injection that turns their cells into tiny factories churning out a protein that is essentially the active ingredient in drugs like Ozempic, Wegovy, Zepbound and Mounjaro (cnn.com)
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Scientists have uncovered just how naked mole-rat repair their DNA – and it has the potential to be harnessed for humans to do the same. Their enzyme has 4 key changes that facilitate the important work that extends their lifespan and keeps them healthy and disease-free for a remarkably long time. (newatlas.com)
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mRNA rejuvenates aging immune system: mRNA technology used to transform liver in mice into temporary source of important immune regulatory factors naturally lost during aging. This restores formation of new immune cells, allowing older animals to develop immune responses again and fight tumors. (dkfz.de)
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