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Scientists using an experimental treatment have slowed the progression of scrapie, a degenerative central nervous disease caused by prions, in laboratory mice and greatly extended the rodents’ lives. »
New study suggests targeting cell may help prevent anaphylaxis in humans. »
A contagious canine cancer that conquered the world by spreading between dogs during mating likely arose around 6,000 years ago in Asia and spread around the globe through maritime activities. »
A new study found that bathing 90 minutes before bedtime can significantly improve sleep quality. »
A study reports of a possible association between higher consumption of sugary drinks and an increased risk of cancer. »
A recent study has found that men who eat at least two servings a week of yogurt may be lowering their risk for colorectal cancer. »
Pelvic pain associated with endometriosis often becomes chronic and can persist (or recur) following surgical and hormonal interventions. According to a new study, treating pelvic floor muscle spasm with botulinum toxin may relieve pain and improve quality of life. »
An international team of scientists demonstrates that polyacrylate hydrogels create the support and microenvironment necessary for the growth and maintenance of cartilage cells (chondrocytes), and could be optimal candidates for use in clinical practice. »
A new study has found that variability in night-to-night sleep time and reduced sleep quality adversely affect the ability of older adults to recall information about past events. »
Researchers have found that, contrary to other studies to date, there is no link between physical activity and better functioning of brown adipose tissue. »
Findings from a study of patients who received radioactive iodine (RAI) treatment for hyperthyroidism show an association between the dose of treatment and long-term risk of death from solid cancers, including breast cancer. »
Some MRSA infections could be tackled using widely-available antibiotics, suggests new research from an international collaboration led by scientists at the University of Cambridge and the Wellcome Sanger Institute. »
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A pre-clinical animal study successfully reverse Type 1 diabetes within 24 hours and maintain insulin independence for at least 90 days. »
Researchers identified 27 new genomic variants associated with conditions such as blood pressure, type 2 diabetes, cigarette use and chronic kidney disease in diverse populations. »
Scientists identified genes that influence whether aphids produce wingless or winged offspring. »
A new study shows that the complement system, part of the innate immune system, plays a protective role to slow retinal degeneration in a mouse model of retinitis pigmentosa, an inherited eye disease. »
Researchers at University of New Mexico believe they may have found a way to prevent Alzheimer's disease. »
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A small business is developing a device and app to help people monitor chronic lung conditions like asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, cystic fibrosis, and pulmonary fibrosis when away from the hospital. »
Sleeping with a television or light on in the room may be a risk factor for gaining weight or developing obesity. »
A team of scientists has found that 9 out of 10 pairs of socks for babies and children from 0–4 years old contain traces of bisphenol A and parabens. The hormonal activities of these two endocrine disruptors have been linked to dysfunctions that can trigger illnesses in both children and adults. »
An ingredient that is used to give curry its bright color could also improve memory and mood, new research suggests. »
Taking a daily vitamin D supplement does not prevent type 2 diabetes in adults at high risk, according to results from a study. »
A new discovery might be useful to protect healthy intestinal cells from radiation damage from Radiotherapy. »
A new study has found that not sticking to a regular bedtime and wakeup schedule — and getting different amounts of sleep each night — can put a person at higher risk for obesity, high cholesterol, hypertension, high blood sugar and other metabolic disorders. »
A study of influenza virus transmission in Nicaraguan households reveals new insights into the type of immune responses that may be protective against influenza virus infection, report investigators. »
A study revealed a connection between midday napping and greater happiness, fewer behavioral problems; and higher IQ in children. »
A study led by researchers from the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health and the Broad Institute of MIT and Harvard is the first to observe the complex set of biochemical and molecular events that disrupt the microbiome and trigger immune responses during flare-ups of inflammatory bowel diseases. »
A unique set of genes has been uncovered by York University scientists responsible for playing a role in muscle cellular gene expression and differentiation which could lead to new therapeutic targets to prevent the spread of muscle cancer. »
ARS scientists are studying a natural antimicrobial enzyme as a possible alternative to antibiotics for promoting pig health and growth. »
Children who regularly walk or cycle to school are less likely to be overweight or obese than those who travel by car or public transport, a new study suggests. »
Anxiety may be alleviated by changing a person’s gut bacteria, new research suggests. »
A new study finds sugary drinks as well as fruit juices are not healthy and may shorten your life. »
The ever-changing “head” of an influenza virus protein has an unexpected Achilles heel, report scientists. »
People eating ultra-processed foods ate more calories and gained more weight than when they ate a minimally processed diet. »
Scientists found extracts of Broccoli can tweak chemical imbalances in the brains of people with the condition. »
Manganese and selenium as micronutrients can counter the hypertensive effect of lead in blood, say the results of a new study conducted in Bangladesh. »
Almost everyone agrees that store-bought tomatoes don't have much flavor. Now, scientists from the Agricultural Research Service (ARS) and the Boyce Thompson Institute (BTI) may have spotlighted the solution. »
The risk of breast cancer can be reduced by consuming a diet that is rich in coffee, fruits and vegetables, according to a new research. »
Scientists at the University of Cambridge have developed a new test that can reliably predict the future course of inflammatory bowel disease in individuals, transforming treatments for patients and paving the way for a personalised approach. »
Researchers have discovered that honey bees are able to share immunity with other bees and to their offspring in a hive by transmitting RNA ‘vaccines’ through royal jelly and worker jelly. »
Improved pest resistance and drought tolerance are among potential benefits of an international effort in which Agricultural Research Service (ARS) scientists and their collaborators have produced the clearest picture yet of the complex genomic history of the cultivated peanut. »
Taking a folic acid supplement daily before pregnancy may reduce the risk of gestational, or pregnancy-related, diabetes, according to a study by researchers at the National Institutes of Health and other institutions. »
A lot of people carry genetic variants that protect them from obesity, type 2 diabetes and heart disease, suggests new research from the University of Cambridge. The team say the discovery could lead to the development of new drugs that help people lose weight. »
A prescription drug to treat high blood pressure has shown promise against conditions such as Parkinson’s, Huntington’s and forms of dementia in studies carried out in mice and zebrafish at the University of Cambridge. »
A rise in diabetes and obesity is increasing the global burden of kidney disease, with millions of people in lower income countries lacking access to life-saving treatment. »
A small clinical trial has shown that gene therapy can safely correct the immune systems of infants newly diagnosed with a rare, life-threatening inherited disorder in which infection-fighting immune cells do not develop or function normally. »
A study warned that women with low levels of low-density lipoprotein cholesterol, sometimes called "bad cholesterol," may face an increased risk of bleeding stroke. »
Scientists in Cambridge and London have developed a catalogue of DNA mutation ‘fingerprints’ that could help doctors pinpoint the environmental culprit responsible for a patient’s tumour – including showing some of the fingerprints left in lung tumours by specific chemicals found in tobacco smoke. »
In a study, researchers found that our brains may solidify the memories of new skills we just practiced a few seconds earlier by taking a short rest. »
New research suggests that vitamins and supplements may not be enough to keep you healthy. »
