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Can a genetic change make you superhuman?
Kitty Pryde, the iconic X-Woman from Marvel Comics, once said: “We are mutants. Born different from baseline humanity, with an enhanced genome that gives us super-powers.” All fiction draws on el..
Mitochondrial transfer: Impact on cancer and immunity
Mitochondria, those cellular powerhouses, are at the heart of metabolic activities. Recent research reveals a one-sided transfer of mitochondria from T cells to cancer cells, a process that strengthe..
Sleep apnea: is this common sleep disorder hereditary?
There are many reasons you could feel tired during the day, but a common one is poor quality sleep caused by sleep apnea. This sleep disorder in which breathing repeatedly stops and restarts througho..
Liquid biopsy: a game-changer for cancer diagnosis and therapy
Liquid biopsy is a novel, non-invasive blood test that enables healthcare providers to discover a range of information about a tumor, such as early cancer detection, genetic alterations that lead to ..
Fetal heart development and congenital heart defects
The human heart, the center of the cardiovascular system, is a fist-size organ divided into four chambers: two atria and two ventricles. These are controlled by electrical impulses which cause them t..
The impact of travel on gut health and antibiotic resistance
Have you ever wondered how jet-setting across the globe might affect your gut health? A recent study has dug into this intriguing question, revealing that travel can have some unexpected impacts on t..
Medicover Genetics posters at ESHG 2023
In June 2023, Medicover Genetics attended the 56th conference of the European Society of Human Genetics (ESHG) which took place in Glasgow, Scotland. The ESHG conference, which is organized annually,..
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Timeline of cancer history and major discoveries
February, designated as Cancer Awareness Month, marks a time to reflect on the remarkable progress made in cancer research and to inspire hope for the future. From the earliest observations of abnorm..
All about genetics
Beyond the pink ribbon: A comprehensive look at breast cancer
Breast cancer is a type of cancer that originates in the breast cells. Genetic changes in the DNA of the healthy breast cells can lead to the formation of cancer cells which grow uncontrollably and f..
Hereditary diseases
Hereditary disease: cardiovascular disorders
Cardiovascular diseases affect the heart and blood vessels and are a leading cause of illness and death. Some are hereditary, and genetic testing can help with diagnosis and determining the right tre..
Hereditary diseases
Timeline of cancer history and major discoveries
February, designated as Cancer Awareness Month, marks a time to reflect on the remarkable progress made in cancer research and to inspire hope for the future. From the earliest observations of abnorm..
All about genetics
Beyond the pink ribbon: A comprehensive look at breast cancer
Breast cancer is a type of cancer that originates in the breast cells. Genetic changes in the DNA of the healthy breast cells can lead to the formation of cancer cells which grow uncontrollably and f..
Hereditary diseases
Hereditary disease: cardiovascular disorders
Cardiovascular diseases affect the heart and blood vessels and are a leading cause of illness and death. Some are hereditary, and genetic testing can help with diagnosis and determining the right tre..
Hereditary diseases
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