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Overpass takes animals safely over highway
TRAPPER'S POINT, Wyo., Oct. 17 (UPI) -- New overpasses over a highway in Wyoming will safeguard both wildlife and people by preventing animal-auto accidents, conservationists say.
Gum disease linked to arthritis
Scientists have found mice with gum disease develop worse arthritis than those with good teeth, revealing a link between the diseases.
Prebiotic may help patients with intestinal failure grow new and better gut
Adding the right prebiotic to the diets of pediatric patients with intestinal failure could replace intravenous feeding, says a new [...]
Can vaccines be delivered via the lungs instead of by injection?
In addition to the obvious benefit of eliminating the need for an injection, new vaccine delivery methods via the lungs offer particular advantages for protecting against infectious agents that enter...
Ebola antibody treatment, produced in plants, protects monkeys from lethal disease
A new Ebola virus study has shown promising preliminary results, preventing disease in infected nonhuman primates using monoclonal antibodies. When treatment was administered one hour after infection, all animals survived....
Gold nanoparticle prostate cancer treatment found safe in dogs, study shows
Scientists at the University of Missouri have proven that a new form of prostate cancer treatment that uses radioactive gold nanoparticles, and was developed at MU, is safe to use...
Wide discrepancy in surveillance and control of infections in ICUs
Screening practices for multidrug-resistant organisms (MDROs) in intensive care units (ICUs) vary widely from hospital to hospital, according to a new study.
New research moves scientists closer to lung cancer blood test
Early signs of lung cancer could be diagnosed using a simple blood test following a new discovery.
Intermittent binge drinking could cause significant brain impairment within months, study suggests
A study of binge-drinking rodents suggests that knocking back a few drinks every few days may swiftly reduce one's capacity to control alcohol intake. Scientists found signs of cognitive impairment...
'Shocking pants' stop bedsores
Underwear designed to jolt the buttocks with electricity may be able to prevent dangerous open wounds called pressure sores, claim researchers.
Substandard, non-approved drugs put patients at risk: Physicians urged to think twice before they prescribe compounded drugs
The recent outbreak of meningitis in the US -- and the subsequent deaths of 15 individuals -- has renewed scrutiny on the contemporary practice of pharmacy compounding. The risks to...
Mystery of nematode pest-resistant soybeans cracked: Gene also correlates with human diseases
The secrets of nematode resistant soybean plants are finally coming to light. Surprisingly, one of the genes related to nematode resistance in soybeans also has been associated with human diseases...
'Biggest Loser' study finds modest diet and exercise can sustain weight loss
Exercise and healthy eating reduce body fat and preserve muscle in adults better than diet alone, according to a new study.
Antibacterial hand soap recalled
Avmor's Antimicrobial Foaming Hand Soap containing triclosan may be contaminated with bacteria
Social contact can ease pain related to nerve damage, animal study suggests
Companionship has the potential to reduce pain linked to nerve damage, according to a new study. This animal research suggests that the social contact had both behavioral and physiological influences.
Medication beliefs strongly affect individuals' management of chronic diseases, expert says
Aging adults' poor adherence to prescribed medication regimens is connected to their beliefs about the necessity of prescriptions and concerns about long-term effects and dependency, a researcher finds. Failure to...
Biomedical Research Loses Long-Time Ally With Death of Arlen Specter
In 30 years in Senate, lawmaker championed NIH budget, stem cell research
Using food for comfort and coping leads to unwanted holiday pounds
Many people use food to deal with stress. Doing this only leads to seriously weight gain, especially this time of year.
Bacterial protein in house dust spurs asthma, study finds
A bacterial protein in common house dust may worsen allergic responses to indoor allergens, according to new research. The finding is the first to document the presence of the protein...
Drug-eluting angioplasty treatment for peripheral artery disease shows promise
Use of balloon angioplasty and placement of stents to widen clogged arteries have become standard medical procedure. Further advancing this treatment, drug-eluting devices are now delivering medication directly to the...
Researchers eliminate infectious bacteria from medical textiles
Researchers in Spain have improved the antimicrobial properties of medical textiles using an enzymatic pre-treatment combined with simultaneous deposition of nanoparticles and biopolymers under ultrasonic irradiation.
'Mother's kiss' safe and effective for removing foreign objects from children's noses
A technique called the "mother's kiss" for removing foreign objects from the nasal passages of young children appears to be a safe and effective approach, a new study finds.
Higher-dose use of certain statins often best for cholesterol issues
A comprehensive new review on how to treat high cholesterol and other blood lipid problems suggests that intensive treatment with high doses of statin drugs is usually the best approach....
Science Confirms The Obvious: Teenagers Take More Risks Than Adults
Mammoth Half Pipe John Lemieux via FlickrIt's not because they're attracted to danger. Teenagers take more risks than younger children and adults, a fact that is borne out by statistics and just plain...
Mice at risk of asthma, allergies can fight off skin cancer
A molecule involved in asthma and allergies has now been shown to make mice resistant to skin cancer, according to scientists.
Study sheds light on role of exercise and androgens such as testosterone on nerve damage repair
A new study has found that the beneficial effects daily exercise can have on the regeneration of nerves also require androgens such as testosterone in both males and females. It...
Leaked Plagiarism Report Puts German Science Minister Under Pressure
University has to decide whether to revoke doctorate degree
Hunt for Alzheimer's cure hots up
AstraZeneca is expanding its research teams worldwide to crack a potentially lucrative marketWith 800,000 sufferers in the UK and millions more worldwide, Alzheimer's disease – the most common form of dementia – represents...