Vitamin D-3 could ‘reverse’ damage to heart

Vitamin D-3 could ‘reverse’ damage to heart

By probing the effect that vitamin D-3 has on the cells that make up the lining of blood vessels, scientists at Ohio State University in Columbus have identified for the first time the role that the “sunshine vitamin” plays in preserving cardiovascular...
‘Artificial Pancreas’ Approved for Type 1 Diabetes

‘Artificial Pancreas’ Approved for Type 1 Diabetes

The first automated insulin delivery device for type 1 diabetes has been approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration for people aged 14 and older. Often called an “artificial pancreas,” the MiniMed 670G hybrid closed loop system automatically...
Are Oral Peptide Drugs on the Horizon?

Are Oral Peptide Drugs on the Horizon?

By Randi Hernandez Peptides and proteins generally have low bioavailability when taken by mouth, and this hurdle has generally prevented the oral delivery of many biologic drugs in the past. However, plant cell walls may be ideal transporters to move protein-based...