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Marinduque Mainland from Tres Reyes Islands

Marinduque Mainland from Tres Reyes Islands
View of Mainland Marinduque from Tres Reyes Islands-Click on Photo to link to Marinduque Awaits You

Saturday, September 6, 2025

Japan's Robotic Exoskeleton Suits for Elderly Care

In Tokyo, Japan has introduced robotic exoskeleton suits designed to help the elderly walk, lift objects, and live independently. Powered by AI and lightweight actuators, the suit supports the body’s muscles, reducing strain and preventing falls.
Care homes in Japan are already using these devices, allowing elderly patients to stand, walk, and even climb stairs safely. The technology addresses Japan’s aging population crisis, where demand for caregivers far outpaces supply.
The exoskeletons are comfortable, easy to wear, and adapt in real time to the user’s movements. For families, it means loved ones can live longer, healthier lives without constant medical supervision. Japan has effectively merged robotics and compassion into a single wearable device that restores dignity and mobility.

Meanwhile, Did you know that......
First human trial for a new cancer drug may finally crack the gene that drives 70% of all cancers. A brand-new cancer drug called PMR-116 is heading into its first human trial in 2025 — and it’s going after one of cancer’s biggest troublemakers: the MYC protein. MYC is involved in about 70% of cancers, including tough ones like ovarian, breast, pancreatic, prostate, liver, and stomach cancer. When MYC goes into overdrive, it makes tumors grow faster and harder to treat, which is why scientists have been desperate to stop it.
The problem? MYC’s shape makes it almost impossible to target directly. PMR-116 takes a smarter route — instead of hitting MYC itself, it blocks the process MYC needs to make growth-boosting proteins. In animal tests, that cut prostate cancer lesions by 85% and slowed tumor growth within just half a day.
The upcoming “basket trial” will include people with different MYC-driven cancers whose current treatments have stopped working. If this works in humans, it could finally give doctors a way to switch off one of cancer’s most stubborn drivers.
Lastly, 
A groundbreaking cancer vaccine is showing astonishing results, targeting two of the deadliest cancers in the world. Clinical trials reveal that 84% of patients responded positively, with many remaining cancer-free years later. This innovative treatment works by stimulating the immune system to recognize and attack cancer cells, effectively teaching the body to fight the disease naturally. 

Researchers emphasize that this could redefine cancer therapy, reducing reliance on harsh treatments like chemotherapy or radiation. Early success in these trials offers hope to millions and may pave the way for more multi-target vaccines in the near future. Experts describe it as a major leap forward in immunotherapy and a potential turning point in the fight against cancer.

2 comments:

Phil Paris said...

David - As always, your posts are informative and often inspiring. I do not know how many people appreciate the effort it takes for you to construct your blog each day. Congratulations and keep up the good work. Phil

David B Katague said...

Thank You, Phil. Writing and keeping up with my daily blogs keep me Going!

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