Researchers are conducting single-cell profiling to determine how cells in different tissues respond to exercise and communicate with each other through signals in the bloodstream, lymphatic system, and more. The study is exploring how exercise can boost overall health and potentially be a "magic bullet" in fighting diseases like cancer and COVID-19.
Genetic variations can play a significant role in determining who is more susceptible to diseases, including obesity, and how a population adapts to new environments or pandemics. The FTO locus, for example, can increase the likelihood of an individual becoming obese.
The guest speaker emphasizes the significance of taking care of one's health, aside from practicing social distancing and getting vaccinated, by getting proper nutrition such as vitamin D which is found to defend the body against COVID-19.
In this episode, the speaker explains how CRISPR is used to engineer T cells for targeted cancer therapy, which can be more effective than traditional chemotherapies and lead to complete remission of cancer cells in the body.
Inflammation is the primary cause of heart disease and cardiovascular disease, which can lead to heart attacks and blood vessels becoming diseased. It is vital to be aware of these warning signs and understand how inflammation contributes to these issues.