October 9, 2025

Biologics May Promote Structural Lung Changes in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease

October 9, 2025 / Research update / InnovateMed Author / COPD

Biological therapy was associated with significant changes in lung structure and, by extension, improved lung function in individuals with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and T2 inflammation, according to new data presented at the European Respiratory Society Congress. Biologics are known to reduce exacerbations in individuals with COPD and T2 inflammation, but the impact of these medications […]

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A built-in ‘off switch’ to stop persistent pain

October 9, 2025 / Research update / InnovateMed Author / persistent pain

J. Nicholas Betley has led collaborative research seeking the neural basis of long-term sustained pain and finds that a critical hub in the brainstem holds a mechanism for stopping pain signals from reaching the rest of the brain. Their findings could help clinicians better understand chronic pain and lead to new, more efficacious treatments. 4

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When Tumors Vanish: The Mystery of Spontaneous Regression – cancer

October 9, 2025 / Clinical Practice / InnovateMed Author / tumor

Julia Senn October 06, 2025 Spontaneous regression of cancer is an uncommon event observed most often in neuroblastoma, leukemia, lung cancer, and melanoma. The underlying mechanisms are not fully understood; however, infections and immune system activation may contribute to treatment development. Historical Observations In 1891, William B. Coley, a surgeon, reported the disappearance of recurrent spindle cell

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Improved genetic tool reveals hidden mutations that can drive cancer

October 9, 2025 / Research update / InnovateMed Author / hidden mutation

by Wellcome Trust Sanger Institute edited by Stephanie Baum, reviewed by Robert Egan Editors’ notes Credit: Unsplash/CC0 Public Domain Researchers have refined a powerful DNA sequencing tool that can uncover hidden mutations that occur naturally in our bodies as we age. In the largest study to date, they have used the tool to provide insights into the earliest

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Understanding medical research papers: A guide

October 9, 2025 / Patient education / InnovateMed Author / medical research

Definition Study types Structure Key concepts Things to consider Tips Summary Medical research plays a vital role in advancing healthcare, improving treatment, and informing public health policies. However, it can be difficult to understand a study or determine whether it is trustworthy. A medical research paper describes a scientific article that reports original findings, reviews,

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Rapid kidney test in development for early intervention, simple monitoring

October 9, 2025 / Research update / InnovateMed Author / rapid kidney test

by RMIT University edited by Gaby Clark, reviewed by Andrew Zinin Editors’ notes Sanskruti Lakhotia from RMIT’s Sir Ian Potter NanoBioSensing Facility holds a bottle of the nanoparticle formula being used to develop Nexsen’s kidney diagnostic tests. Credit: RMIT University A simple blood test could reveal kidney disease earlier so more can be done to halt progression, while

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