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Advanced breast cancer: Benefits of Trastuzumab (Herceptin) outweigh the risk of harm
In women with advanced (or metastatic) breast cancer, treatment with the breast cancer drug Trastuzumab (Herceptin) is associated with prolonged survival but also increases the risk of developing heart problems,...
Neurostimulator implanted for epilepsy
A recently FDA-approved device that uses electric stimulation of the brain to treat adult epilepsy patients whose seizures have not responded to medication has been implanted by an American hospital.
Regular exercise beneficial in suppressing inflammation in rheumatic disease
Research findings suggest that exercise transiently suppresses local and systemic inflammation, reinforcing the beneficial effects of exercise and the need for this to be regular in order to achieve clinical...
Former astronaut, Sen. John Glenn undergoes heart surgery
Gabrielle LevyWASHINGTON, June 13 (UPI) -- Former Sen. John Glenn, the first American to orbit the Earth, underwent successful heart surgery last month.
Dormant viruses re-emerge in patients with lingering sepsis, signaling immune suppression
A provocative study links prolonged episodes of sepsis — a […]
Well: More Protein in Diet May Lower Stroke Risk
Getting more protein in your diet, though not red meat, may reduce your risk for stroke, a review of studies found.
Superstitious, Anyone? Full Moon Rises on Friday the 13th
Despite many myths, the full moon does not actually embolden criminals, bring about births or make people mad, studies show.
Kim Kardashian steps out in tiny white bikini during second honeymoon in Mexico
Veronica LinaresPUNTA MITA , Mexico, June 12 (UPI) -- Kim Kardashian was spotted sipping on a drink in a tiny white bikini as she and her husband Kanye West enjoy...
PTSD, major depressive episode appears to increase risk of preterm birth
Diagnoses of both post-traumatic stress disorder and a major depressive episode appear to be associated with a sizable increase in risk for preterm birth that seems to be independent of...
Doctors remove a 47-pound tumor from Arizona woman's abdomen
Evan BleierTUSCON, Ariz., June 12 (UPI) -- Arizona woman Marcey DiCaro had a 47-pound tumor removed from her abdomen after acquiring insurance coverage via the Affordable Care Act.
Content kingmaker — quality or webpage position?
Webpage position reigns in peer recommendation of online content on […]
'Master' protein identified in pulmonary fibrosis
The key role played by an ancient protein in the course of idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis has been uncovered by scientists. The research offers more than an unprecedentedly detailed explanation of...
Central-line associated bloodstream infections: Real world implementation strategies
As central-line associated bloodstream infections (CLABSIs) pose a danger to vulnerable patients, infection prevention and control experts released new practical recommendations to assist acute care hospitals in implementing and prioritizing...
Poor cardiovascular health linked to memory, learning deficits
People with poor cardiovascular health have a substantially higher incidence of cognitive impairment. Better cardiovascular health was more common in men and among people with higher education and higher income....
Coordinated intervention reduced prevalence of drug-resistant CRE in long-term care
A nationwide effort to control carbapenem-resistant Enterobacteriaceae in Israel reduced CRE cases by improving compliance of infection control standards and using a coordinated intervention focused on long-term care facilities researchers...
BMX biker helmet reads your brain waves and plots level of concentration on smartphone
A Kickstarter project has been posted called "MindRider: A New Mind-Mapping Helmet System"—it's by a team called DuKorp, which has four members, its two founders Arlene Ducao and Ilias Koen...
Prevention, dietary adjustment show promise in fending off joint pain in young horses
A series of studies by researchers in the department of animal science at Texas A&M University suggest prevention is the best solution to prevent arthritis in young quarter horses.
Scientists decode world's most complex human virus
Cytomegalovirus – or CMV - is the most complex virus known to man. Most people will in their lives become infected by CMV and, because it is a herpes virus,...
Pharma vies to unleash immune system power on cancer
Immuno-oncological drugs look set to earn billions and significantly lengthen patients’ lives
Depression signs lower in greener areas
Moving to an area with more greenspace had lasting effects on physical and mental health.
Ethanol Production, Plagued by Yogurt Bacteria, Getting Viral Cure
"Phage hunts" may deliver ethanol industry's new weapons against problem bacteria.
Why Humanity Must 'Rewild' (Op-Ed)
There's more harm to not letting kids go outside and play in the dirt than the cabin fever.
Would You Prevent The 1850 Irish Potato Famine If It Meant GMOs?
How effective has the war on science by Greenpeace, Union of Concerned Scientists and their progressive donor base been? Very effective. Effective enough that even when reading about the Irish Potato Famine...
F.B.I. Begins Criminal Inquiry in V.A. Scandal
The F.B.I. director, James B. Comey, said the bureau was looking into accusations that Department of Veterans Affairs officials had manipulated medical waiting lists.
Australia’s Graphic Cigarette Pack Warnings Appear to Work
Data indicate that the country’s requirement for dire health warnings and graphic images of sick or dying smokers on packs seems to be having an effect.
Morrissey cancels U.S. tour, blames illness on opening act
Kate StantonNEW YORK, June 11 (UPI) -- Singer Morrissey canceled the rest of his U.S. tour dates and blamed his respiratory infection on his opening act, Kristeen Young.
Senate quickly passes VA access bill, could cost $50b a year
Gabrielle LevyWASHINGTON, June 11 (UPI) -- The Senate pushed through a bill that will allow veterans to seek care outside the VA health system just after hammering out a compromise...
Marijuana could be used to treat autoimmune diseases
Researchers have found that cannabis can reduce inflammation and may be used to treat autoimmune diseases such as lupus.