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Neural Cell Transplants May Help Those With Parkinson's Disease
Researchers publishing their studies in CELL TRANSPLANTATION are seeking new ways to treat Parkinson's disease using cell transplantation in animal models. Recent studies are aimed at finding ways to track...
New Research Improves Early Detection And Survival For Pancreatic Cancer
There are new and innovative methods to better understand the risk factors for and improve earlier detection of pancreatic cancer. Specifically, researchers can demonstrate that the development of, new biomarkers,...
Could Common Pain Killers Have A Role In Cancer Prevention?
Recently, researchers have begun looking to NSAIDs as having a potential role in the prevention of colorectal cancer, esophageal cancer and pancreatitis. Three new studies investigate the potentially beneficial role...
Bird flu vaccine to hit the shelves
Europe approves pandemic vaccine; countries must decide own strategies.
Function of liver molecule is determined
SAN DIEGO, May 20 (UPI) -- U.S. scientists say they've discovered a molecule in the liver plays a vital role in helping the body fight lethal bacteria-caused blood...
Retraining Immune Cells To Kill Tumors
Tumors escape destruction by immune cells by turning off their tumor killing functions. A team of scientists have now found a way to retrain the impotent cells into potent tumor...
Is The Future Of Surgery Painless And Scarless?
A sophisticated new surgical technology holds promise for future painless and scarless surgery with shorter recovery times than laparoscopic surgery. New research supports the safety and efficacy of natural orifice...
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Researchers close in on new melanoma gene
It has long been known that prolonged exposure to the suns harmful UV rays can lead to Melanoma, the deadliest form of skin cancer. An unanswered question, however, is why...
New hope for chronic lung disease patients
ST. LOUIS, May 19 (UPI) -- U.S. medical scientists have found a new type of immune response that might lead to improved treatment of people with chronic inflammatory...
Harvey Karman, 84; invented device for safer, easier abortions
Harvey Karman, a flamboyant psychologist whose invention made a key contribution to women's reproductive health, particularly by making abortions simpler, cheaper and less painful, died May 6 at Cottage Hospital...
New Artificial Cornea Could Restore Vision For Millions Worldwide
An improved artificial cornea, which could restore the vision of more than 10 million people worldwide who are blind due to diseased corneas, finally is moving toward reality, scientists in...
Some lots of antibiotic Solodyn recalled
WASHINGTON, May 19 (UPI) -- The U.S. Food and Drug Administration announced the voluntarily recall of some lots of the antibiotic Solodyn due to a safety risk.
Researchers aim to improve asthma patients' care through computer-based simulation program
Mayo Clinic pulmonary researchers have designed and tested a new patient education computer program intended to help people with asthma manage their disease. The program allows asthma patients (an estimated...
MPs to begin debate on embryology and abortion
MPs will today begin a two-day debate that will affect the future of embryo research, IVF treatment and abortion
Drug Brings Relief For Many IBS Patients Who Experience Constipation
Many patients may soon find relief from the bloating, cramping, abdominal pain and constipation associated with irritable bowel syndrome. AMITIZA was just approved by the FDA for use in women...
Majority Of Kidney Cancers Diagnosed At Earliest Stage
Patients in the United States today are now much more likely to be diagnosed with smaller tumors, in the earliest, most treatable stage of kidney cancer than a decade ago,...
Myanmar health system strained by cyclone
TWANTE, Myanmar (AP) -- Saw Htin's cheeks were wet with tears after waiting in line with hundreds of sick, desperate cyclone survivors. The 18-year-old mother clutched her wheezing baby boy....
New Drug Reduces One Cause Of Vision Loss
In the industrialized world, most diseases that cause vision loss do so by altering the permeability of the blood vessels in the retina of the eye. One recently developed treatment...
Nearly 40 Percent Of GERD Patients Taking PPIs Experience Recurring Symptoms
Despite daily use of doctor-recommended proton pump inhibitors to control gastroesophageal reflux disease symptoms, nearly 40 percent of patients who take them continue to experience breakthrough, which is a return...
Early Stage Bone Cells Produce Potential Estrogen Substitute
Cells on their way to forming bone also produce an estrogen-like substance that mimics the naturally occurring female sex hormone estradiol. Researchers hope such a molecule might provide some of...
Compound Has Potential For New Class Of AIDS Drugs
Researchers have developed what they believe is the first new mechanism in nearly 20 years for inhibiting a common target used to treat all HIV patients, which could eventually lead...
Citrus peels compound could help diabetics
ORLANDO, Fla., May 18 (UPI) -- Citrus fruits may have a compound in their peels that could help diabetes patients and even prevent the disease, researchers say.
Possible MRSA cure undergoing trials
LONDON, May 18 (UPI) -- A drug compound undergoing human testing trials in England could lead to a preventive treatment for the bacterial threat MRSA, British researchers say.
Tories distorted abortion study, say scientists
Experts attack call for cut in upper limit as misrepresenting evidence
Innovative Antennae May Signal A 'New Wave' In Health Care Provision
Compact, wireless and power efficient body sensors that allow doctors to monitor illnesses and injuries remotely are a step closer thanks to new research.
Causes of Morning Sickness Revealed
As irritating as morning sickness may be for pregnant women, it may protect embryos.
Hospitals admit errors to avoid lawsuits
NEW YORK, May 18 (UPI) -- Some U.S. hospitals are admitting medical errors in an effort to avert costly malpractice litigation, healthcare industry observers say.