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Safe, multi-functional anti-inflammatory/anti-allergic drugs developed
A synthetic, anti-inflammatory and anti-allergic family of drugs to combat a variety of illnesses while avoiding detrimental side effects has been developed by a researcher in Israel.
Potential drug for deadly brain cancer
Scientists have developed a potential drug that not only stops the most lethal form of brain tumours in adults, but prevents them from recurring.
Does gallows humor among physicians encourage accusations of murder and euthanasia?
In a recent survey of palliative care medicine practitioners, nearly three quarters of the sample reported having been "humorously" accused of promoting death; For example, being called "Dr. Death." The...
Research finds heart remodeling rapidly follows cardiac injury
Cardiac injury leads to significant structural changes in the heart, including enlargement, excess formation of fibrous growth tissue, and abnormalities of the coronary vasculature. Most previous studies have investigated these...
Healing cuts for Medicare
Medicare payment reforms mandated in the Affordable Care Act for post-acute care have great potential to lower costs without harming patients. Researchers caution that policymakers will need to be vigilant...
PharmaNet system dramatically reduced inappropriate prescriptions of potentially addictive drugs
A centralized prescription network providing real-time information to pharmacists in British Columbia, Canada, resulted in dramatic reductions in inappropriate prescriptions for opioid analgesics and benzodiazepines, widely used and potentially addictive...
Many Women Don't Know When They're Fertile
Women seeking help to get pregnant are often confused about when they're most likely to conceive naturally, a survey finds.
How Tribal Women Stop Witch Hunts
Self-help groups help tribal Indian women fight witch hunts against other women.
Some evidence for 'chemo brain' in breast cancer survivors, large review finds
A large meta-analysis has concluded that breast cancer patients treated with chemotherapy are at risk for mild cognitive deficits after treatment. The meta-analysis found that study participants on average had...
New genetic clues to why most bone marrow transplant patients develop graft-versus-host disease
A team of scientists has shed new light on why most bone marrow transplant patients who receive tissue-matched cells from unrelated donors still suffer acute graft-versus-host disease (GVHD). The answer...
New gene variants raise risk of neuroblastoma, influence tumor progression
Researchers have discovered two gene variants that raise the risk of the pediatric cancer neuroblastoma, as well as contributing to a tumor's progression. The findings may suggest future targets for...
New long-term antimicrobial catheter developed
A novel antimicrobial catheter that remains infection-free for up to twelve weeks could dramatically improve the lives of long-term catheter users.
Using RNA nanotechnology to treat cancers and viral infections: New study shows promise
A new study shows promise for developing ultrastable RNA nanoparticles that may help treat cancer and viral infections by regulating cell function and binding to cancers without harming surrounding tissue.
Experts propose 'cyber war' on cancer: Universities aim to break cancer's codes for social networking
Mounting evidence of intricate social cooperation among cancer cells has led researchers to suggest a new strategy for outsmarting cancer through its own social intelligence. The researchers call for a...
Anchoring proteins influence glucose metabolism and insulin release
Scientists have discovered a new control point that could be important as a drug target for the treatment of diabetes and other metabolic diseases. A-kinase anchoring proteins or AKAPs are...
Non-Stick Cookware Chemical Linked with Babies' Weights
Exposure to PFCs in the womb may influence a baby's growth.
Reducing pressure on children to eat may help prevent obesity
An educational program for parents helps to reduce pressure on children to eat—which may reduce the child's risk of obesity, according to a new study.
Alzheimer’s drugs take a new tack
Hopes pinned on pre-emptive clinical trials after latest setbacks.Nature 489 13 doi: 10.1038/489013a
Smoking history can predict survival time in COPD
Identifying an individual's the smoking history could help doctors to predict survival time in people with COPD.
Health Problems in Teens Linked with Worse Cognitive Skills
Teens with metabolic syndrome (a collection of symptoms linked with diabetes and heart disease) do worse on tests than their healthier counterparts, a new study says.
Swallowed magnets in children need quick evaluation and treatment
Children who swallow powerful neodymium magnets are at risk of serious complications, requiring emergency evaluation and possible treatment. That's the message of a new clinical algorithm published in the September...
Smoking and natural disasters: Christchurch residents increase tobacco consumption post-earthquake
The prevalence of smoking in Christchurch, New Zealand, increased following the 2010 earthquake, according to a new study.
Increase in respiratory symptoms following volcanic eruption
Exposure to volcanic ash can increase respiratory symptoms such as an extreme cough, or phlegm, according to a new study.
Guinea worm disease poised to be eradicated within a few years
Parasite transmitted through drinking water expected to become only the second human disease, after smallpox, to be defeatedGuinea worm disease is reaching the end of its days. The parasitic infection, which has sickened...
P.E.I. to recognize naturopaths, midwives
The province of P.E.I. is introducing new legislation that will enable it to regulate a large number of health professions not currently recognized.
The eyes have it: Men do see things differently to women
The way that the visual centers of men and women’s brains works is different, finds new research published in BioMed [...]
Shuzi sport band: brilliant technology or waste of money? You decide | Michael Marshall
The Shuzi sport band claims to deliver 'Nano Vibrational Technology' to perk up your blood and enhance performanceIs the clumpiness of your blood affecting your athletic performance? Do your blood cells suffer from...
Fear over cat bug risk to humans
Experts urge more awareness about a disease spread by cats as figures suggest 350,000 people a year in the UK get infected with toxoplasmosis.