Medical Breakthrough
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The Gut’s Natural Bodyguard: How a New Bacterial Protein Heals the IBD Shield
Scientists have discovered a new protein called BMG-1, produced by healthy gut bacteria, that acts as…
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The Gut’s Hidden Architects: New Discovery Could Unlock Faster Healing for IBD
Scientists have discovered a “hidden” network of four distinct cell types that act as the architects…
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Hope for the Youngest Patients: Global Study Shows 70% Drop in Early-Onset IBD Deaths
A landmark 30-year study of 204 countries reveals that while childhood IBD cases are rising, global…
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Rethinking Pain Relief: Is the Ban on Ibuprofen Over for IBD Patients?
A massive 22-year study of over 270,000 patients reveals that the long-standing ban on NSAID painkillers…
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Healing the Fortress: Scientists Find a ‘Switch’ That Could Fix the Gut Wall in Ulcerative Colitis
Scientists have discovered a molecular “switch” called PKCη that causes the gut wall to become “leaky”…
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A New Pill and a Breakthrough ‘Key’ for IBD: The Future of Fighting Inflammation
Breakthrough clinical trials reveal a powerful new once-daily pill for ulcerative colitis and a novel antibody…
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The ‘Sleepy Bowel’ Mystery Solved: How Your Gut Senses Surgery and Shuts Down
Scientists have discovered the “emergency brake” that shuts the gut down after surgery. By identifying touch-sensitive…
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Coral-Inspired ‘Smart Capsules’: The Future of Probiotics for IBD
Inspired by coral reefs, scientists have created “smart” microcapsules that shield friendly bacteria from stomach acid…
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The ‘Severe IBD’ Gene: How HLA-DRB1*01:03 Predicts Your Crohn’s or Colitis Journey
The largest genetic study of IBD to date has revealed how the HLA-DRB1*01:03 gene and others…
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The Gut’s Engine Room: Why Your Intestinal Muscles are the Secret to IBD Health
The gut’s muscle layer is more than just a motor—it’s a vital command centre. New research…
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