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Steroids used for treating TB may reduce death rates from all types of TB

The routine use of steroids to treat tuberculosis may help reduce deaths from all types of the disease, according to a new review of existing research. [More]
Oleuropein aglycone reduces inflammation associated with intestinal ischemia and reperfusion

Oleuropein aglycone reduces inflammation associated with intestinal ischemia and reperfusion

Here's another reason why you should include olive oil in your diet: A new research report published in the Journal of Leukocyte Biology suggests that at least one compound in olive oil significantly reduces intestinal ischemia (restricted blood supply) and the resulting reperfusion injury (tissue damage caused when blood supply returns). [More]
Diospyrin inactivates a drug target for tuberculosis in new way

Diospyrin inactivates a drug target for tuberculosis in new way

A compound from the South African toothbrush tree inactivates a drug target for tuberculosis in a previously unseen way. [More]

TB man forcibly detained in British hospital

A man is being detained in a hospital in Manchester, England in order to prevent him spreading tuberculosis (TB) to other people. [More]