Category: Medical News
The 10 most exciting new medical discoveries (and what they mean for patients)
Below are ten of the most clinically meaningful breakthroughs from roughly the past 12–18 months, explained in plain English with why they matter for care. A bonus “watch this space” A blood test for ME/CFS: researchers from the University of East Anglia and Oxford Biodynamics reported a highly accurate epigenetic blood test for ME/CFS (Oct…
10 upcoming medical technologies (in human studies now) that could change patient care
Here’s a plain-English tour of research-stage tech that’s already in human trials—or in pivotal studies—and how each could help real people if results hold up. 1) One-and-done gene editing for inherited & age-related diseases What it is: CRISPR given inside the body to permanently switch off a harmful gene.What’s new: Intellia’s in-vivo CRISPR for transthyretin…