Archive for 2021
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Researchers have identified a specific gene (NPSR1) that increases risk of suffering pain from endometriosis with a potential new non-hormonal drug target that may lead to improved therapies in endometriosis.
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UPDATE ON EVENTS by endometriosis organisations across the world, who organise educational and fundraising events in March. Join in and help raise awareness of a disease affecting more than 200 million globally – YOU can make a difference!
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FACTS about endometriosis to aid journalists, medical writers, bloggers, etc, who wish to ensure their publications about endometriosis are correct.
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On International Women’s Day Alexa Chung launches t-shirt to honour Emmeline Pankhurst, with all profits going towards endometriosis research.
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A major national research project ‘Endometriosis Clinical and Genetic Research in India (ECGRI)’ aims to broaden our understanding of the clinical phenotypes and genetic risks associated with endometriosis.
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Researchers at Aarhus University head up a major international research and innovation project aimed at improving treatment and quality of life of those affected by endometriosis. Machine learning and artificial intelligence will contribute to this!
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A history of intense exposure to the sun may increase risk of being diagnosed with endometriosis over time.