August once again proved that medicine never stands still. Scientists and doctors around the world presented important research results that may change the future of diagnostics and treatment.

1. Bill Gates’ challenge against Alzheimer’s
   The Gates Ventures Foundation allocated 1 million dollars to develop an AI system that will analyze Alzheimer’s data and assist in therapy development. The best solutions will be made available to the world free of charge.

2. Biomarkers of long-COVID
   For the first time, scientists discovered specific viral protein fragments in the blood of patients with long COVID. This opens the way to laboratory diagnostics of a condition that was previously considered a “diagnosis of exclusion.”

3. New markers of neurodegenerative diseases
   An international consortium identified changes in brain proteins in Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, and ALS. This could make diagnostics earlier and treatments more targeted.

4. A new drug for astrocytoma therapy
   European regulators recommended vorasidenib for approval — a drug for treating brain tumors with IDH1/2 mutations. This brings hope to patients with severe forms of glioma.

5. Slowing down cellular aging
   Scientists found a way to influence the AP2A1 protein responsible for cell aging and tested four senolytic drugs. These are the first steps toward real methods of combating age-related diseases.

August reminded us that medicine is becoming more personalized, precise, and preventive. At Medica Mente, we follow these breakthroughs to share them with you.