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Potential new approach against fatal childhood brain cancer
In mouse models of DIPG, a fatal childhood brain cancer, simultaneously attacking two metabolic pathways led to significant improvements in survival.
Pollution linked to antibiotic resistance
Antibiotic resistance is an increasing health problem, but new research suggests it is not only caused by the overuse of antibiotics. It's also caused by pollution.
Strict diet explains metabolic effect of gastric bypass surgery
In many studies, bariatric surgery has been highlighted as an almost magical method for weight loss and reversing type 2 diabetes. One question that has remained largely unanswered is how...
A molecular mediator for reductive concerted proton-electron transfers via electrocatalysis
Electrocatalytic approaches to the activation of unsaturated substrates via reductive concerted proton-electron transfer (CPET) must overcome competing, often kinetically dominant hydrogen evolution. We introduce the design of a molecular mediator...
A mathematical model reveals the influence of population heterogeneity on herd immunity to SARS-CoV-2
Despite various levels of preventive measures, in 2020, many countries have suffered severely from the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic caused by the severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2...
Importin {alpha}3 regulates chronic pain pathways in peripheral sensory neurons
How is neuropathic pain regulated in peripheral sensory neurons?
Primary exposure to SARS-CoV-2 protects against reinfection in rhesus macaques
Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19), which is caused by infection with the severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2), has become a global pandemic. It is unclear whether convalescing patients have...
SARS-CoV-2 infection protects against rechallenge in rhesus macaques
An understanding of protective immunity to severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) is critical for vaccine and public health strategies aimed at ending the global coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19)...
DNA vaccine protection against SARS-CoV-2 in rhesus macaques
The global coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic caused by severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) has made the development of a vaccine a top biomedical priority. In this study,...
Shinzo Abe under fire for coronavirus response, survey shows
Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe received the lowest approval rating in a recent survey covering six countries and their response to the global coronavirus pandemic.
Amy Grant promotes self-care after open-heart surgery
Amy Grant discussed her health after undergoing open-heart surgery for a rare heart condition.
FDA expands hand sanitizer danger list to include 1-propanol
The Food and Drug Administration warned Thursday that another harmful chemical has been found in hand sanitizers connected to a manufacturer in Mexico and should not be used.
COVID-19 deaths in NYC 'comparable' to 1918-1919 flu pandemic, study shows
Deaths from COVID-19 in New York City during the first two months of the outbreak were "remarkably comparable" to those seen in the city at the height of the 1918-1919...
Cancer mapping may solve puzzle of regional disease links
New statistical analysis finds cancer mapping may help question regional disease links.
Unlocking how cellular proteins control cancer spread
A new insight into cell signals that control cancer growth and migration could help in the search for effective anti-cancer drugs. A McGill-led study reveals key biochemical processes that advance...
The Hidden Math of Bacterial Behavior
As modern medical science has become increasingly aware of the positive role that bacteria and other microorganisms can play in our health, a mystery has emerged: How is it that...
Rodrigo Duterte could be administered Russian vaccine in May
Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte is pinning his hopes on Russia's new coronavirus vaccine.
Virus uses decoy strategy to evade immune system
Researchers have learnt more about how viruses operate and can evade the immune system and are now using their discovery to help learn more about COVID-19.
Study: Mammograms in 40s catch cancer, don't fuel overdiagnosis
Adding to an ongoing debate over the timing of mammography, a new British study finds that screening women aged 40 to 49 for breast cancer saves lives, with only small...
Coronavirus: What's happening around the world on Thursday
UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres is warning that the COVID-19 pandemic not only threatens gains in fighting global poverty and building peace but risks exacerbating existing conflicts and generating new ones.
Watch: Nathan Fillion surprises firefighter who recovered from COVID-19 on 'Kimmel'
Nathan Fillion surprised a firefighter from Brownsburg, Ind., who recovered from COVID-19 on "Jimmy Kimmel Live," which was hosted by Rob Lowe.
For the 1st time in months, U.S. unemployment claims under 1 million
Fewer than 1 million U.S. workers have filed for new unemployment benefits, the first time in months the figure has been that low, the Labor Department said in its weekly...
The hidden math of bacterial behavior
As modern medical science has become increasingly aware of the positive role that bacteria and other microorganisms can play in our health, a mystery has emerged: How is it that...
Fewer than 1M in U.S. file for unemployment for 1st time in months
Fewer than 1 million U.S. workers have filed for new unemployment benefits, the first time in months that figure has been that low, the Labor Department said in its weekly...
Elderly patient dies of West Nile virus in Southern California
Health officials in Los Angeles County have confirmed the region's first death to the West Nile virus of the 2020 season.
Editorial: Psychiatric hospitals, like jails, require releases in the COVID era
A COVID-19 outbreak at Patton State Mental Hospital is a horrific reminder that locked psychiatric facilities, like jails and prisons, are jam-packed disease incubators.
Social distancing saves lives. Here’s the proof.
During past pandemics, government-issued social distancing measures have cut down on disease transmission. Cities that reacted swiftly to the 1918 influenza pandemic by banning mass gatherings, closing schools, or taking other actions endured...
L.A. County reports first West Nile virus death of 2020
Health officials in Los Angeles County have confirmed the region's first death to the West Nile virus of the 2020 season.