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Study: Gallstone disease may increase heart disease risk
A history of gallstone disease may increase the risk of coronary heart disease, according to a new study by Tulane University researchers published in the American Heart Association’s journal Arteriosclerosis,...
New enzyme-mapping advance could help drug development
Scientists have identified the structure of an enzyme that could be a good target for drugs combating three diseases common in the developing world.
Do angioplasty patients really need beta-blocker drugs?
Dennis Thompson, HealthDay News Doctors might be overprescribing beta-blocker medications to heart patients who aren't seriously ill, a new study contends.
Chronic kidney disease may cause diabetes
Scientists have discovered a novel link between chronic kidney disease and diabetes. When kidneys fail, urea that builds up in the blood can cause diabetes, concludes a new study.
Biomarker breakthrough could improve Parkinson's treatment
A new, non-invasive way to track the progression of Parkinson’s disease could help evaluate experimental treatments to slow or stop the disease’s progression, say experts.
Long-lived parents could mean a healthier heart into your 70s
The longer our parents lived, the longer we are likely to live ourselves, and the more likely we are to stay healthy in our 60s and 70s, experts say. Having...
Time of day influences our susceptibility to infection, study finds
We are more susceptible to infection at certain times of the day as our body clock affects the ability of viruses to replicate and spread between cells, suggests new research....
China facing epidemic of heart disease, stroke
A 20-year rise in cardiovascular disease (CVD) in China appears to have been spurred largely by increases in high blood pressure, according to a new study. Increasing body mass index...
Lack of fresh food choices linked to signs of early heart disease
A lack of access to nearby stores selling fresh food may increase residents' risk of developing the signs of early heart disease, according to new research.
Gaming camera could aid MS treatment
A commonly used device found in living rooms around the world could be a cheap and effective means of evaluating the walking difficulties of multiple sclerosis patients. The Microsoft Kinect...
New research sheds light on the role of proteins and how synapses work
Loss of synapses and synapse function sit at the heart of a number of diseases, not just neurodegenerative examples such as dementia and Parkinson's disease but also conditions such as...
Legions of nanorobots target cancerous tumors with precision
Researchers have just achieved a spectacular breakthrough in cancer research. They have developed new nanorobotic agents capable of navigating through the bloodstream to administer a drug with precision by specifically...
Pulmonary complications in adult survivors of childhood cancer
A new article outlines the pulmonary outcomes among childhood cancer survivors. The study also evaluates the impact of complications such as asthma, chronic cough, emphysema and recurrent pneumonia on daily...
New guidelines set safe surgery margins for some breast cancers
HealthDay News New surgery guidelines for certain breast cancer patients could reduce both unnecessary surgeries and recurrence rates, three U.S. cancer groups say.
Cleveland Browns WR Josh Gordon returns to practice
The Sports Xchange Cleveland Browns wide receiver Josh Gordon was activated from the non-football injury list Monday and returned to practice.
Street-crossing snake blocks cyclist in Kansas
Ben HooperCOFFEYVILLE, Ala., Aug. 15 (UPI) -- A cyclist in Kansas came to a stop on a rural Kansas road when he approached a large snake slithering across the pavement.
Babies often put to sleep in unsafe positions
Amy Norton, HealthDay News Despite decades of warnings, many parents are still putting their babies to sleep in ways that raise risk of sudden infant death syndrome, a new study...
Exercise not an 'antidote' to too much sitting, heart experts say
HealthDay News Even if you exercise regularly, too much sitting can still be bad for your heart, a leading cardiologists' group warns.
New England Patriots' Rob Gronkowski leaves practice with apparent injury
The Sports Xchange New England Patriots tight end Rob Gronkowski pulled up with a possible injury while running a route during Monday's joint practice with the Chicago Bears.
Nanobots could be used for precision attacks on cancer, researchers say
Stephen FellerMONTREAL, Aug. 15 (UPI) -- Nanobots containing anti-cancer drugs are capable of mounting a better attack against tumors at their most vulnerable points, researchers in Canada report.
[Report] Fetal liver hematopoietic stem cell niches associate with portal vessels
Whereas the cellular basis of the hematopoietic stem cell (HSC) niche in the bone marrow has been characterized, the nature of the fetal liver niche is not yet elucidated. We show that...
[Feature] A shot at migraine
Millions dread the onset of migraine headaches, which strike roughly 12% of the world's population at least once per year. Existing treatments can only head off migraines after they start, and...
How long will you live? Look to your parents
Randy Dotinga, HealthDay News Children of long-lived parents are less likely than others to die from heart disease in their 70s, new British research suggests.
Too many public defibrillators out of reach when needed
HealthDay News Study finds too many automated external defibrillators, or AEDs, are in buildings that aren't always open, so they can't be reached during cardiac arrest.
Nebraska Cornhuskers football coach facing third DUI charge
The Sports Xchange Nebraska wide receivers coach Keith Williams was arrested on suspicion of drunken driving after a car crash involving two vehicles early Sunday.
Leading Cancer Research Organizations to Host Cancer Immunotherapy Conference
Four leading cancer research organizations will host a conference dedicated to the latest in cancer immunotherapy.
Culture gap makes carb counting harder for people with Type 1 diabetes
Families of children with diabetes from non-western cultures may continue to guess the carbohydrate count of their ethnic foods.
So what if some female Olympians have high testosterone?
Jaime Schultz, Pennsylvania State University On Friday, Dutee Chand became just the second female sprinter to represent India at the Olympic Games. Her road to Rio has been anything but...