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The Independent
4 days ago
- Health
- The Independent
Scientists hail breakthrough putting them on ‘pathway to an HIV cure'
Researchers at the Peter Doherty Institute in Melbourne, Australia have discovered a way to force HIV out of hiding within white blood cells, a development previously considered impossible. The team developed a new type of lipid nanoparticle (LNP) that allows mRNA technology to be delivered to blood cells, instructing them to reveal the virus. Dr Paula Cevaal said the team was initially skeptical of the results but repeated testing confirmed the breakthrough. The new method has shown unprecedented success in revealing the virus, offering hope for a potential HIV cure, though further animal and human trials are needed. The study used cells donated by HIV patients. Future research will focus on whether the immune system can effectively tackle the revealed virus, with years of safety testing anticipated before human trials.
SBS Australia
22-05-2025
- Health
- SBS Australia
Prescription drug to slow Alzheimer's disease approved in Australia
Prescription drug to slow Alzheimer's disease approved in Australia Published 22 May 2025, 9:15 am A groundbreaking treatment to slow the progression of Alzheimer's Disease has been cleared for prescription in Australia. The Therapeutic Goods Administration has approved the medication for some people with early disease symptoms. It's the first new treatment of its kind in 25 years.
CBC
21-05-2025
- Health
- CBC
A breakthrough in breast cancer research
Researchers at the University of Saskatchewan have made a breakthrough in cancer research using genetic screening. Their findings identify a new target that could suppress breast cancer growth.
Bloomberg
19-05-2025
- Health
- Bloomberg
Alzheimer's Drugs Arrive in Taiwan to a Host of Questions
Hi, it's Amber in Hong Kong. Across the strait in Taiwan, breakthrough Alzheimer's drugs are finally becoming available but experts are cautious about using them. Before I explain … The first therapies shown to slow Alzheimer's disease – Kisunla from Eli Lilly and Leqembi from Biogen and Eisai – are set to become available in Taiwan in June. They're the first new treatment option for the condition in 20 years.
Bloomberg
09-05-2025
- Business
- Bloomberg
Live Q&A: Answering Your Questions About the US-UK Trade Deal
President Donald Trump hailed a "breakthrough" US trade agreement with the UK, the culmination of weeks of talks between the two allies and marking the first of his promised deals with countries around the world. What questions do you have about the trade deal? Join Bloomberg's Lizzy Burden, Alex Wickham, Enda Curran and Catherine Lucey for a live audio conversation on May 9 at 9am ET/2pm BST. Bloomberg digital subscribers and Terminal clients have exclusive access to sign in and ask our team questions during the live broadcast. A recording of this conversation will be made available to listen and share.
