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RSSArchived Medical Research News Stories - April 2011

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2011-04-30 Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation announces 88 new winners under Grand Challenges Exploration program 0 None
2011-04-30 Study finds under-reporting of adverse events in hospitals 0 None
2011-04-30 US Appeals Court overturns ban on federal funding of embryonic stem cell research 0 None
2011-04-30 NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital/Weill Cornell Medical Center to present research studies at 2011 ATC 0 None
2011-04-30 FRC expresses disappointment over federal taxpayer funding of embryonic stem cell research 0 None
2011-04-30 Animal-assisted therapy reduces anxiety in patients undergoing MRI: Study 0 None
2011-04-30 No proven advantages of PET for diagnostic accuracy of head and neck tumours: Research 0 None
2011-04-30 Study: Immigrants living less than five years in Canada less likely to have premature babies 0 None
2011-04-30 New study shows that our social status influences our brain activity 0 None
2011-04-30 HIV/AIDS research in Africa 0 None
2011-04-30 UCLA study findings hold promise to cure diabetes 0 None
2011-04-30 ARVO announces 2011 distinguished fellows in ophthalmology research 0 None
2011-04-30 Invivo Therapeutics' Chief Science Officer selected as recipient of 2011 Apple Award 1 None
2011-04-30 Gates Foundation awards 88 new grand challenges grants 0 None
2011-04-30 Combining CT with FDG-PET improves treatment options for head, neck cancer patients 0 None
2011-04-30 C3 Jian, West China School of Stomatology to create joint CRC to test oral healthcare products 0 None
2011-04-30 Expert to present latest transplant research findings at ATC 2011 0 None
2011-04-30 Fetal exposure to crude oil chemical may increase risk of heart disease 0 None
2011-04-30 International Society of Nephrology honors BIDMC Co-director for immune tolerance research 0 None
2011-04-30 FFR-guided intervention strategy can improve patient outcomes: Study 0 None
2011-04-30 Researchers study about exercise habits among obese, overweight individuals 0 None
2011-04-30 African-Americans more likely to use 'quitlines' than white smokers 0 None
2011-04-30 Children with TVs in their bedrooms more likely to be overweight: Study 0 None
2011-04-30 Unintentional injury deaths of young children can be prevented: Study 0 None
2011-04-30 Study finds association between ERBB4 gene, LVOT malformations 0 None
2011-04-30 University of South Florida researcher earns Everfront Award for stem cell study 0 None
2011-04-30 Neither vitamin E nor metformin reduces liver enzymes in children with fatty liver disease: Study 0 None
2011-04-30 Study explores link between primary healthcare provider and patient activation 0 None
2011-04-30 Gene therapy approach using CD59 shows promise against AMD: Study 0 None
2011-04-30 Black cardiac arrest victims less apt to survive at hospitals: Study 0 None
2011-04-29 Avastin, Lucentis are equally effective for age-related macular degeneration treatment 0 None
2011-04-29 New article on psychology research 0 1
2011-04-29 Cornell Research Program: 12 to 24% of young people have self-injured 0 None
2011-04-29 Portuguese researcher to earn Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation award for new HIV therapy 0 5
2011-04-29 IOF, ANZBMS to hold osteoporosis and bone meeting in Asia-Pacific region 0 None
2011-04-29 Shielding body protects brain from “shell shocking” blast injuries 0 None
2011-04-29 Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation honors University Of Colorado researcher for preeclampsia study 0 None
2011-04-29 Lithium shows hope for Alzheimer’s disease 0 3
2011-04-29 Study explores link between alexithymia and auto-immune disease 0 None
2011-04-29 Researchers confirm fish livers as good source of fatty acids 0 4
2011-04-29 New genetic study suspects Armadillos as source of leprosy in the U.S. 0 None
2011-04-29 GHRI founder earns Baxter-AUPHA recognition for Health Services Research 0 None
2011-04-29 Ramipril can effectively reduce risk of ESRD in obese patients 0 None
2011-04-28 Study shows direct link between cotton swab use and ruptured eardrum 0 None
2011-04-28 Heart attacks in the morning are more serious 0 None
2011-04-28 Special-focus on postoperative cognitive dysfunction in older adults 0 None
2011-04-28 Researchers identify three enterotypes in human intestinal bacteria 0 5
2011-04-28 New discovery in cancer and autoimmune diseases 0 None
2011-04-28 Softgels as effective as tablets in delivering folic acid 0 None
2011-04-28 Vitamin E effective against severe fatty liver disease in some children 0 None
2011-04-28 Heart attacks more severe in the morning: Study 0 None
2011-04-28 New study sheds light on how sleep-deprived lifestyles might impair brain function 0 None
2011-04-28 Arthritis poses significant health and economic burden in U.S. adults 0 None
2011-04-28 Study finds prevalence of low vitamin D status among obese adolescents 0 None
2011-04-28 NHL Alumni, Baycrest team up for brain health research 0 None
2011-04-28 New study reveals a novel gene linked with major depression 0 None
2011-04-27 Adherence to diabetes medication lowers risk of hospitalization 0 1
2011-04-27 ProtoKinetix, Imaginative Research Associates partner to formulate topical anti-inflammation product 0 None
2011-04-27 Study finds link between health literacy and outcomes among heart failure patients 0 5
2011-04-27 CTNNB1 activation can improve colorectal cancer survival in obese patients 0 None
2011-04-27 Major breakthrough in understanding of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis 0 None
2011-04-27 Study finds gender difference in immune responses to PTSD 0 None
2011-04-27 Cholesterol-lowering drugs may help clot-busting drugs treat strokes 0 None
2011-04-27 Vitamin D levels may help explain racial disparities in hypertension 0 2
2011-04-27 AAN honors BIDMC neurologist with Epilepsy Award 0 None
2011-04-27 Motor regulatory protein can block human ovarian tumor growth 0 None
2011-04-27 Scripps Research receives $1.9 million NIH grant for prostate cancer study 0 None
2011-04-26 Omega 3 rich oils fall from grace: May raise prostate cancer risk 0 None
2011-04-26 Black people more likely to exhaust financial resources for cancer therapy than whites: Study 0 None
2011-04-26 Tai chi for heart failure patients: It works! 0 None
2011-04-26 Common painkillers decrease effectiveness of antidepressants: Study 0 None
2011-04-26 Most Americans unaware of recommended alcohol limits and risks of sea salt 0 None
2011-04-26 Experts to present research on vascular biology and disease at ATVB meetings 0 None
2011-04-26 New research collaborations to explore music's role in human cognition 0 None
2011-04-26 Researchers discover molecular mechanisms behind autoimmunity 0 None
2011-04-26 Researchers report game-changing advance in stem cell science 0 None
2011-04-26 AAA honors anatomy researchers with prestigious scientific award 0 None
2011-04-26 Death rates have decreased among people with high blood pressure 0 None
2011-04-26 Study: More couple-based HIV counseling needed in South Africa 0 None
2011-04-26 New discoveries in stem-cell technology 0 5
2011-04-26 Study: 80% of blacks more likely to spend all personal finances for cancer care 0 None
2011-04-26 People who travel extensively for business have high rates of health risk factors 0 None
2011-04-26 Scientists identify key enzyme that destroys lung tissue in TB 0 None
2011-04-26 Frequent social activity may prevent or delay cognitive decline in old age 0 None
2011-04-26 High computer use linked to increased engagement in MRB among adolescents 0 None
2011-04-26 Red pepper consumption can help manage appetite 0 None
2011-04-26 UC Davis professor receives $4.8 million federal grant for child obesity study 0 None
2011-04-25 Signaling pathway reveals mechanism for B cell differentiation in immune response 0 None
2011-04-25 Swearing helps control pain: Study 0 None
2011-04-25 Taro's Brampton facility regains FDA acceptable regulatory status 0 None
2011-04-25 MonoSol Rx, KemPharm enter development and commercialization partnership for ADHD prodrug 0 None
2011-04-25 Pharmatek purchases spray dryer for drug formulation and manufacturing 0 None
2011-04-25 Bayer's oral contraceptives may increase risk of blood clots, stroke or heart attack 0 None
2011-04-25 VDF seeks nominations for PAD and venous disease research awards 0 None
2011-04-25 New research provides insight into mechanism behind cardiac development 0 None
2011-04-25 New findings can lead to better understanding of neurological development, cancer metastasis 0 None
2011-04-25 New genetic discovery in Pulmonary Fibrosis 4 None
2011-04-25 U-M receives Taubman Institute's $100 million gift for innovative medical science 0 None
2011-04-25 Early meniscus interventions may help prevent future osteoarthritis 0 None
2011-04-25 Experts to present new research on pediatric ear, nose, and throat disorders at ASPO meeting 0 None
2011-04-25 GM-CSF appears to be key culprit in multiple sclerosis onset 0 None
2011-04-25 Two studies about oral health inequalities in older people published in IADR/AADR journal 0 None
2011-04-25 PVT1 gene may help reduce diabetic nephropathy 0 None
2011-04-25 UH honors glaucoma researcher with overall career excellence award 0 None
2011-04-25 Study shows neutralizing antibodies against GM-CSF can halt MS development 0 None
2011-04-25 Bayer's birth control pills may increase risk of venous thromboembolism 0 None
2011-04-22 JVIR articles highlight SIR's commitment to patient safety in medical imaging 0 5
2011-04-22 HHS awards Eigen two grants from Qualifying Therapeutic Discovery Project 0 None
2011-04-22 New otolaryngology research topics to be presented at ASPO meeting 0 None
2011-04-22 Teva acknowledges promising results of DEFINE study in MS 0 None
2011-04-22 Study finds link between musical activity and high cognitive aging 0 None
2011-04-22 Valuable insight into immune response 0 None
2011-04-22 HTX provides $248,750 financing to Baylis Medical for development of novel surgical device 0 None
2011-04-22 Urologic Nursing publishes NAFC nocturia research in middle-aged American women 0 None
2011-04-22 Velos and Comaiba collaborate to provide healthcare risk and compliance management solutions 0 None
2011-04-22 Study identifies major osteoporosis knowledge gaps for some patient groups 0 None
2011-04-22 Coquitlam student earns top prize in 2011 British Columbia SABC competition 0 None
2011-04-22 Research sheds new light on pathogenesis of diabetes 0 None
2011-04-22 Mindfulness meditation may enhance mental abilities 0 None
2011-04-22 Organophosphates exposure during pregnancy may impair child cognitive development 0 None
2011-04-22 Scientists discover new mechanism behind Salmonella invasion into gut cells 0 None
2011-04-22 Elderly individuals with CKD more likely to suffer from heart disease 0 None
2011-04-22 March of Dimes honors Whitehead Institute Director for Developmental Biology work 0 None
2011-04-22 UC Berkeley researchers form new Synthetic Biology Institute 0 None
2011-04-22 Severely obese adolescents no more likely to be depressed 0 None
2011-04-22 Department of VA selects construction contractor for new Pittsburgh research building 0 None
2011-04-22 Two Canadian health researchers earn UBC recognition 0 None
2011-04-21 Contraception drospirenone raises risk for blood clots 0 None
2011-04-21 Nearly 50% of children with autism elope 0 None
2011-04-21 Thought leaders gather to examine challenges facing patients with primary immunodeficiencies 0 None
2011-04-21 Utah philanthropists gift Huntsman Cancer Institute $41 million for cancer research 0 None
2011-04-21 Toddlers having insecure emotional relationship with mothers at increased risk for obesity 0 None
2011-04-21 First Spouses support Down syndrome cognitive research 0 None
2011-04-21 Prolonged exhaustion caused by schoolwork and cynicism toward school lead to increased sense of inadequacy 0 None
2011-04-21 High rates of suicide in happy places, finds study 0 None
2011-04-21 Penn researchers explore the role of telomere caps in human aging 0 None
2011-04-21 Sedentary lifestyle in childhood narrows vessels in the retina and increases risk of cardiovascular disease 0 None
2011-04-21 Four new Research Units established by the German Research Foundation 0 None
2011-04-21 Normal routine use of topical corticosteroids for eczema in children does not 'thin the skin' 0 None
2011-04-21 Study underscores need for more targeted antidepressant therapies to decrease depressive symptoms 0 None
2011-04-21 Elderly persons with low income use inappropriate psychotropic drugs more often 0 None
2011-04-21 NHATS to begin enrollment for study on improving quality of life among the elderly 0 None
2011-04-21 Military personnel with TBI should receive adequate protein and calories immediately after trauma 0 None
2011-04-21 IAN survey reveals preliminary results on wandering and elopement in ASD children 0 None
2011-04-21 Neurelis completes dosing in intranasal diazepam formulation study 0 None
2011-04-21 U.S. DOD awards $4.5M to NYU Langone Medical Center for novel breast cancer research 0 None
2011-04-21 NIH funds Rice University study of new materials for growing replacement heart valves 0 None
2011-04-20 Enrollment begins in ‘National Health and Aging Trends’ study 0 None
2011-04-20 IPSY programme leads children to say 'no' to cigarettes and alcohol 0 None
2011-04-20 Parks and green environments impact social, psychological and physical health outcomes 0 None
2011-04-20 Cmed Group selected to help PDPs develop new medicines in Third-World Countries 0 None
2011-04-20 Minimizing neurological side effects in high-grade glioma patients may improve survival 0 None
2011-04-20 Cigarettes leave toxins on surfaces that can endanger prenatal and postnatal infants 0 None
2011-04-20 New research: Food intake increases on seeing overweight individuals 0 None
2011-04-20 RCSI conducts study to examine psychiatric disorders in people with epilepsy 0 None
2011-04-20 New findings show relation between breast implants and anaplastic large cell lymphoma 0 None
2011-04-20 Eye exams play a critical role in detection of chronic diseases 0 None
2011-04-20 Scientists detect several biomarkers to screen active drugs for Batten disease 0 None
2011-04-20 Future cuts by the government could undermine charity funded medical research 0 None
2011-04-20 How peppermint helps to relieve Irritable Bowel Syndrome 0 None
2011-04-20 Cognitive behavior therapy eases depressive symptoms, improves cardiovascular health in diabetics 0 None
2011-04-20 SERI selects AB SCIEX TripleTOF 5600 system to test chronic eye inflammations 0 None
2011-04-20 Alcohol intake increases risk of many cancers 0 None
2011-04-20 Dental diagnosis and treatment for snoring and sleep apnoea 0 None
2011-04-20 Sustained participation of older people can prevent falls in care home and hospital settings 0 None
2011-04-20 FHI to stop FEM-PrEP study of HIV prevention among heterosexual women 0 None
2011-04-20 Cord blood units treated with signaling molecule show favorable safety profile in long-term animal studies 0 None
2011-04-20 Dogs develop cancer that is biologically similar to a human tumour 0 None
2011-04-19 Effects of obesity on the brain: first evidence of sex-related differences 0 5
2011-04-19 High rates of substance use disorders among veterans with mental illness 0 None
2011-04-19 Ohio State biophysicist disrupts cellular messages through fragment-based drug design 0 None
2011-04-19 Pupil measurements can predict patients' response to cognitive therapy 0 None
2011-04-19 New research confirms cigarettes' toxic impact on environment 0 None
2011-04-19 Obese patients may face high risk of complications after non-cardiac surgery 0 None
2011-04-19 Study: 73% of hospital executives do not have formal definition for patient experience 0 None
2011-04-19 Commonly used strategy has no effect in reducing MRSA, VRE in hospital ICUs 0 None
2011-04-19 AADSM event to discuss latest advances in sleep-disordered breathing research 0 None
2011-04-19 Researchers detect 'dechlorane plus' in peregrine falcon eggs 0 None
2011-04-19 Patients with low back pain can benefit from immediate physiotherapy 0 None
2011-04-19 New research: 56% of Canadians with AF do not fear having fatal stroke 0 None
2011-04-19 Seattle enters second ADC research collaboration agreement with Genmab 0 None
2011-04-19 Spinal fluid analysis can help detect early stage Alzheimer's disease 0 None
2011-04-19 Study examines brain processes behind facial recognition 0 None
2011-04-19 Current thoughts, behaviour can predict future mood swings in bipolar patients 0 None
2011-04-19 Well-controlled blood sugar levels linked to low risk of diabetic complications 0 None
2011-04-19 Single antibody injection limits tissue and organ destruction after ischaemic events 0 None
2011-04-19 People with infectious mononucleosis, low UVB exposure may face high risk of MS 0 3
2011-04-19 New study finds treatment-resistant epilepsy common in idiopathic autism 0 None
2011-04-19 NIH awards U of M's scientist with $10 million grant for HIV research 0 None
2011-04-19 Stanford Bio-X, sanofi-aventis collaborate for early-stage scientific research 0 None
2011-04-18 Forehead scanning comparable to under arm temperature readings in newborns 0 None
2011-04-18 Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease linked to coronary artery disease 0 None
2011-04-18 Idera's gene-silencing oligonucleotide studies published in Journal of Medicinal Chemistry 0 None
2011-04-18 DFG Senate Commissions propose statement on biobanks' legal regulations 0 None
2011-04-18 Negative social environment linked to high suicide attempt rates in LGB youth 0 None
2011-04-18 'The Invisible Gorilla' test for inattention blindness 0 None
2011-04-18 Scientist discovers new molecular mechanism underlying asthma, COPD 0 None
2011-04-18 Patients with schizophrenia can benefit from L-lysine treatment 0 4
2011-04-17 Weight loss and memory improvement: Link found 0 None
2011-04-16 Researchers seek scientific evaluation for visual perception of adults with cleft lip, palate 0 None
2011-04-16 Person's inability to understand sarcasm and lies can be a warning sign of dementia 0 None
2011-04-16 Team of researchers study development of mesoderm 0 None
2011-04-16 New study finds apparent gaps in restaurant staff's knowledge of food allergy 0 None
2011-04-16 Policy paper intendeds to start debate about nature of informed consent in DNA-related research 0 None
2011-04-16 Exercise improves outcomes in patients with heart attack 0 None
2011-04-16 New in vitro study results show that wound dressing with ionic silver kills strains of highly-resistant bacteria 0 None
2011-04-16 Neural dysfunction underlying impulsive choice increases with AD severity: Study 0 None
2011-04-16 Seniors living in supportive neighborhoods have better stroke survival rates 0 None
2011-04-16 Study shows increased teen crash rates during early high school start times 0 None
2011-04-16 Hospital patients with AUDs are at increased risk of developing HAIs: Study 0 None
2011-04-16 Research roundup: Oral health; details of Medicare's IPAB 0 None
2011-04-16 NIH researchers survey landscape of melanoma genome 0 None
2011-04-16 Older workers benefit most from modest health behavior program 0 None
2011-04-16 Parental AUDs associated with increased risk of AUDs among offspring: Study 0 None
2011-04-16 Chronic exposure to polluted air can lead to inflammation 0 5
2011-04-16 Complementary alternative medicine may improve quality of life in urban adolescents with asthma 0 None
2011-04-16 Proteins could lead to new therapeutic target for NF2: Wistar Institute researchers 0 3
2011-04-16 Energy drinks with alcohol may increase risk of drinking 0 None
2011-04-16 Children who have eczema with hay fever more likely to develop allergic asthma 0 None
2011-04-15 New approach links cancer cell metabolism with poor clinical outcome 0 None
2011-04-15 Study: Low-carb diet greatly reduces liver fat 0 2.7
2011-04-15 Patients with RLS more likely to develop cardiovascular conditions 0 None
2011-04-15 Study: CCSVI may result from multiple sclerosis progression 0 3
2011-04-15 New research finds older adults consume more phytonutrients than youths 0 None
2011-04-15 New insights into dynamics of amyloid fibrils 0 None
2011-04-15 Study: Men and women have different emotions in conflictive situations 0 None
2011-04-15 Coffee made in espresso machines or from capsules contain more carcinogenic furan 0 5
2011-04-15 Adhering to cancer prevention guidelines reduces risk of cancer, cardiovascular disease 0 None
2011-04-15 FEN1 enzyme might serve as anti-cancer therapy target 0 None
2011-04-15 WHO group hopes to have virus-sharing draft agreement finalized by Friday 0 None
2011-04-15 Scientists identify novel small molecules that block human tumor cell growth 0 None
2011-04-15 Pharmacy costs for multiple sclerosis patients increase at a faster rate than medical costs 0 None
2011-04-15 Study: 30% of patients with TBI more likely to suffer from depression 1 None
2011-04-15 Treatment of vascular risk factors may lower risk of Alzheimer's disease 0 None
2011-04-15 Acute high-fat diets can protect against heart attack 0 None
2011-04-15 Insight into Cervical Spondylotic Myelopathy 0 None
2011-04-15 Study finds 47% of meat and poultry samples contaminated with S. aureus 0 None
2011-04-15 Mortality rates increase 800% when epilepsy and autism occur together 0 None
2011-04-15 New report reveals toad brains may contain germ-fighting proteins 0 None
2011-04-15 Study finds difference in intensive care services in the U.K. and U.S. 0 None
2011-04-15 Researchers classify chronic ulcerative stomatitis as a new autoimmune disease 0 5
2011-04-15 LCA announces additional funds for lung cancer research 0 None
2011-04-15 Sea squirt study may help solve organ rejection problems in humans 0 None
2011-04-15 Walking slows progression of nonalcoholic fatty liver disease in obese people 0 4
2011-04-15 Researchers show how TET1 enzyme controls fetal development and fights cancer 0 None
2011-04-15 AAN, PDF honor Boston researcher with Clinician Scientist Development Award 0 None
2011-04-15 Study identifies why salt-sensitive hypertension develops 0 None
2011-04-15 Quest PharmaTech, Hemispherx Biopharma enter clinical development arrangement 0 None
2011-04-15 Scientists identify filter neurons that can reduce 'brain clutter' 0 None
2011-04-15 Researchers develop non-steroid based strategy for patients with COPD 0 None
2011-04-15 Study: Opioid users report worse oral health 0 None
2011-04-15 Diet and exercise most effective when done together for losing weight and body fat 0 None
2011-04-15 Tansy plant can help treat herpes: Study 0 None
2011-04-15 Study: Simple illusion can reduce arthritic pain 0 None
2011-04-15 Women consume more non-prescribed drugs than men 0 None
2011-04-15 Metabolic syndrome less prevalent in vegetarians 0 None
2011-04-15 Elsevier introduces new online research tool 0 None
2011-04-15 Good neighbors increase stroke survival 0 None
2011-04-15 Brain damage starts decade earlier in Alzheimer’s patients 1 None
2011-04-15 Plasma biomarkers can predict risk of metastasis in patients with melanoma 0 None
2011-04-15 Study finds association between C-reactive protein and memory decline 0 None
2011-04-15 Botox may offer new hope for patients with low cerebrospinal fluid headaches 0 None
2011-04-15 New study shows neurophysiological impacts of psychotherapy 0 None
2011-04-15 Klotho hormone can protect kidney from renal fibrosis 0 None
2011-04-13 Brain starts shrinking in Alzheimer’s disease a decade earlier: Study 0 5
2011-04-13 Pig stem cell transplants key to future research into retina treatment 1 None
2011-04-12 NIAID finding to accelerate Chlamydia infection study 0 None
2011-04-12 Study finds 27% increase in pediatric and adolescent football-related injuries in the U.S. 0 None
2011-04-12 New research confirms high-fat diet can contribute to type 2 diabetes 0 None
2011-04-12 Children who consume white potatoes have more nutrient-dense diets 0 None
2011-04-12 New research suggests iodine-deficiency in large UK population 0 None
2011-04-12 Experts to discuss latest findings in IBD research at Rome meeting 0 3.5
2011-04-12 Research on workplace injustices 0 None
2011-04-12 Study provides new insights into tuberculosis behavior 0 None
2011-04-12 Changes in hormonal status have no impact on women's voice parameters 0 None
2011-04-12 Rockefeller University professor earns recognition in developmental psychobiology 0 None
2011-04-12 New study aims to improve care of African Americans with cancer pain 0 None
2011-04-12 IncP-1 plasmids can transport antibiotic resistance genes between bacterial species 0 5
2011-04-12 Study identifies common critical teen driver errors accounting for serious crashes 0 None
2011-04-12 Sea squirt study unravels complex mechanisms underlying heart defects 0 None
2011-04-12 Insight into neurodegenerative diseases 0 None
2011-04-12 Study explores relationship between how parents and children respond to pain 0 None
2011-04-12 New study outlines clinical characteristics of self-injury during treatment 0 None
2011-04-12 Study quantifies health effects of Delhi's environmental interventions 0 None
2011-04-12 Patients with cervical disc disease can benefit from new neck surgery 0 None
2011-04-12 Israeli scientists identify genetic cause of hereditary spastic paraparesis 0 None
2011-04-12 Hypericin may treat recurrent malignant brain tumors 0 None
2011-04-12 African-American adults with CVD may benefit from 'sunshine vitamin' 0 3
2011-04-12 Strong bitter taste can cause nausea: Research 0 5
2011-04-12 Study highlights deceptive potential of 'slim', 'silver' and 'gold' cigarette brands 0 2
2011-04-12 Study shows neutralizing antibodies to C5a protein may prevent heart failure 0 5
2011-04-12 Pharmacological manipulation of DKK1, DKK2 can treat various vascular diseases 0 None
2011-04-12 Wrist circumference may predict insulin resistance and cardiovascular risk 0 5
2011-04-12 Longitudinal displacement in carotid artery reflects both degree of atherosclerosis in artery and heart function 0 None
2011-04-12 Researchers discover new mechanism underlying esophageal cancer 0 None
2011-04-12 New research: Pomegranate juice may help reduce blood pressure 0 None
2011-04-12 Researchers discover new cancer stem cells in breast tissue 0 None
2011-04-12 Older women with high vitamin D status less likely to have early AMD 0 None
2011-04-12 New research: MRI can help detect early stage Alzheimer's disease 0 None
2011-04-11 Protest over planned cuts to Australian medical research funding 0 None
2011-04-11 Study confirms measles being under-reported 0 None
2011-04-11 Scientists develop new approach to accelerate evolution of biomolecules in lab 0 1
2011-04-11 Research on rare cancers 0 5
2011-04-11 Government shutdown would hurt America's spirit of innovation 0 None
2011-04-11 Study unravels how interferon-induced factors inhibit viruses 0 None
2011-04-11 Study on 'health halo effect' 0 None
2011-04-11 Study: Patients with glaucoma experience psychological problems 0 None
2011-04-11 Food insecurity can affect children's school performance 0 None
2011-04-11 Viral infection likely to encourage pneumonia spread 0 None
2011-04-11 Tai chi, green tea may help reduce inflammatory diseases in postmenopausal women 0 None
2011-04-11 Positive link between 100% fruit juice intake and reduced risk of chronic diseases 0 None
2011-04-11 Childhood cancer survivors' cognitive problems linked to poor sleep and fatigue 0 None
2011-04-11 Alcohol misuse in pregnancy linked to high risk of premature birth 0 None
2011-04-11 Scientists identify novel mechanism to control cancer spread 0 None
2011-04-11 Blueberry polyphenols can reduce obesity 0 1
2011-04-11 Study: Unemployment linked to high risk of death in men than women 0 None
2011-04-10 Air pollution on freeways may lead to brain damage: Study 0 5
2011-04-08 Reduction in alcohol prices increases alcohol-related mortality 0 None
2011-04-08 Real-time brain feedback can help gain greater control over thoughts 0 None
2011-04-08 Survivors of severe critical illness requiring intensive care do not regain physical or psychological health 0 None
2011-04-08 An essential 'cookbook' for clinical trials 0 None
2011-04-08 Researchers identify new gene that predisposes people to both autism, epilepsy 0 None
2011-04-08 New report finds 13,000 cancer cases per year in the UK due to alcohol consumption 0 None
2011-04-08 ASBMB honors Stanford professor with DeLano Award for Computational Biosciences 0 None
2011-04-08 Two new studies on Veterans Affairs health care system 0 None
2011-04-08 People with red eyes are considered sad, unhealthy and less attractive 0 None
2011-04-08 Adult survivors of childhood CNS tumors have persistent, unmet health care needs 0 None
2011-04-08 Biochemical battle of the bulge: New developments 0 None
2011-04-08 Frailty in older patients not linked to high risk of adverse drug reactions 0 None
2011-04-08 Researchers determine age of atherosclerotic plaques using carbon dating 0 None
2011-04-08 Caffeine disrupts glucose metabolism and may contribute to type 2 diabetes 1 None
2011-04-08 Kidney transplantion more effective than previously thought 0 None
2011-04-08 ASBMB to honor 11 scientists with annual awards for biomedical research 0 None
2011-04-08 Scientists discover unknown function of dopamine in brain 0 None
2011-04-08 Male abuse victims more likely to suffer from psychological trauma 0 3
2011-04-08 Cosmic radiation can increase risk of atherosclerosis in astronauts 0 None
2011-04-08 New insight into acute pancreatitis 0 None
2011-04-08 ASBMB honors South Carolina researcher with Avanti Award for sphingolipid work 0 None
2011-04-08 Study suggests depression treatment may have long-term benefits 0 None
2011-04-08 ASBMB honors UMMS professor with 2011 William C. Rose Award 0 None
2011-04-08 Scientists identify two molecules that enable cancer spread 0 None
2011-04-08 Blood pressure's internal circadian rhythm does not appear to increase morning heart attacks 0 4.3
2011-04-08 Patients with stroke can benefit from antidepressants 0 None
2011-04-07 Increased mortality rates seen in chronic Hep C patients with pre-cirrhotic advanced fibrosis 0 None
2011-04-07 Alcohol raises risk of cancers: Study 0 5
2011-04-07 Meditation can conquer pain: Well almost! 0 None
2011-04-07 Zacharon, Pfizer enter research collaboration to develop drugs for orphan diseases 0 None
2011-04-07 Way we live directly affects length of our lives 0 2
2011-04-07 Alnylam to extend RNAi therapeutics research collaboration with AlCana and UBC 0 None
2011-04-07 Study identifies six patterns of child and stepparent relationship development 0 None
2011-04-07 Vismodegib is an effective treatment for patients with basal cell carcinomas 0 None
2011-04-07 Elsevier launches $35,000 international developer competition for best applications for science 0 None
2011-04-07 Physician's documentation confirms successful treatment of basal cell carcinoma with topical cannabis extract 2 5
2011-04-07 JDRF to host pedaling challenge for diabetes research 0 None
2011-04-07 Pitt, UPCI researchers' cancer studies presented at AACR meeting 0 None
2011-04-07 Two studies on Naviscan high-resolution breast PET scanner 0 None
2011-04-07 Patients with type 2 diabetes can benefit from metformin than other drugs 0 1
2011-04-07 AADR praises Obama's commitment to maintain biomedical research funds 0 None
2011-04-07 Navigator-3 gene plays a key role in liver development 0 None
2011-04-07 Breast cancer symposium to discuss on latest advances in research and treatment 0 None
2011-04-07 Protecting skin from sun's ultraviolet radiation is best way to avoid potential skin problems 0 None
2011-04-07 Parents and schools may contribute to childhood obesity 0 None
2011-04-07 Study sheds new light on how older people may lose their memory 0 None
2011-04-07 Breast cancer survivors with poor physical health scores at elevated risk of poorer outcomes 0 None
2011-04-07 Study explores physical effect of freeway pollution on brain cells 0 None
2011-04-07 Affectionate communication may have positive impact on alexithymia sufferers 0 None
2011-04-07 Elevated BMI linked to high risk of obesity-related disorders in young adults 0 None
2011-04-07 Vegans at increased risk of developing blood clots and atherosclerosis 0 3
2011-04-07 New insight into Huntington's disease 0 None
2011-04-07 Scientists identify cellular switch that may help treat cardiovascular disease, cancer 0 None
2011-04-07 Scientists demonstrate how cigarette smoke produces different 'metabolites' in individuals 0 None
2011-04-07 Study: AI/AN youths in the U.S. have high lifetime smoking rate 0 None
2011-04-07 ALR announces medical research grant awards to cure lupus 0 None
2011-04-07 Hartwell honors UCSD scientists with Individual Biomedical Research Award 0 None
2011-04-07 Workers exposed to welding fumes may face risk of developing brain damage 0 5
2011-04-07 Progesterone benefits women with short cervix, finds NIH study 0 None
2011-04-07 Parkinson's disease linked to increased risk of prostate cancer 0 5
2011-04-06 Strawberries for prevention of esophageal cancer: Study 1 5
2011-04-06 Strawberries may slow progression of precancerous lesions in the esophagus 0 None
2011-04-06 Roswell Park Cancer Institute selected to be part of Cancer Immunotherapy Trials Network 0 None
2011-04-06 Pancreatic Cancer Action Network, AACR honor NYU School of Medicine's scientist with Fellowship 0 5
2011-04-06 Record number of medicines for various cancers in clinical trials 0 None
2011-04-06 Study: Migratory birds play a key role in avian influenza transmission 0 None
2011-04-06 Aptiv Solutions creates Adaptive Clinical Trials Innovation Center 0 None
2011-04-06 Specific lipids in tumours linked to cancer progression and patient survival 0 None
2011-04-06 Work, social and family disability affect 50% of patients with bipolar disorder 0 None
2011-04-06 Soy food does not increase risk of recurrence or death among breast cancer survivors 0 None
2011-04-06 Study: Hookah use may spread among youth in the U.S. 0 None
2011-04-06 $1,000,000 research award to study link between exercise and breast cancer 0 None
2011-04-06 New data finds 50% decline in heart surgery wait times in Alberta and BC 0 None
2011-04-06 EKG test is a poor predictor of sudden death syndrome in young athletes 0 None
2011-04-06 High clusterin levels linked to Alzheimer's prevalence and severity 0 None
2011-04-06 NYC scientists receive $420,000 S.L.E. Lupus Foundation grant for new research 0 None
2011-04-06 Higher prescribed doses associated with increased risk of opioid overdose death 0 None
2011-04-06 NEB, Sequenom sign deal to commercialize research tools for epigenetics 0 None
2011-04-06 TZDs might serve as new agents for addiction treatment 0 4
2011-04-06 New insight into embryonic tissue separation 0 None
2011-04-06 Scientists identify biological pathways that mediate IgA nephropathy 0 None
2011-04-06 Major depression linked to premature aging of immune cells: Study 0 None
2011-04-06 UT Southwestern gynecologist receives Burroughs Wellcome Fund for premature birth study 0 None
2011-04-06 Huntingtin protein is responsible for metabolic imbalances in hypothalamus 0 None
2011-04-06 Scientists uncover SREBP-2 role in autophagy and cholesterol generation 0 None
2011-04-06 Treating obstructive sleep apnea in stroke patients improves recovery from stroke 0 None
2011-04-06 Caliper's CDAS unit enters cancer research collaboration with Denver-based CHI 0 None
2011-04-06 Sleep apnea people may face risk of suffering ischemic stroke 0 None
2011-04-05 Meditation for pain succeeds: Study 0 None
2011-04-05 Patients prescribed high doses of pain medications at higher risk of overdose: Study 0 None
2011-04-05 Zebrafish research suggests new drug targets and markers to help treat melanoma 0 None
2011-04-05 Scientists effectively combine two methods used as vehicles to carry DNA into cell nuclei 0 None
2011-04-05 Adherence to guideline-related therapies can reduce heart failure patients' mortality rate 0 5
2011-04-05 More studies needed to identify which specific autism treatments are helpful for specific children 0 None
2011-04-05 Adolescent girls participating in high-impact sports may face high risk of stress fractures 0 None
2011-04-05 Promega expands into Brazil 0 None
2011-04-05 Scientists reveal metabolic abnormalities underlying schizophrenia 0 None
2011-04-05 Researchers identify genetic anomaly that may drive rare subset of prostate cancers 0 None
2011-04-05 Individual’s response to alcohol can predict future drinking behavior 0 5
2011-04-05 Adherence to HHS Physical Activity Guidelines can reduce mortality risk 0 None
2011-04-05 Guilt may play as motivational tool for cardiovascular patients 0 None
2011-04-05 Certain microparticles help terminate inflammation 0 None
2011-04-05 Scientists suggest genetic differences in breast tissue across ethnicities 0 None
2011-04-05 American Cancer Society awards 85 institutions with $49,213,000 for new research, training 0 None
2011-04-05 National Alliance for Research on Schizophrenia and Depression is now Brain & Behavior Research Foundation 0 None
2011-04-05 Study links partner controlling behaviors to high relationship violence rates 0 None
2011-04-05 Autistic individuals have strong visual abilities 0 None
2011-04-05 Mexican-born migrants may face high risk of developing depressive, anxiety disorders 0 None
2011-04-05 Acamprosate can help treat patients with autism, Fragile X syndrome 0 5
2011-04-05 Statins can help prevent risk of death from pneumonia 0 None
2011-04-05 GERONTOSHIELD project receives 2.6 Million Euro fund for ageing research 0 None
2011-04-05 Exercise may decrease blood flow and oxygen in hypertensive people 0 None
2011-04-05 AACR President-elect to host press conference on cancer risk factors and genetics 0 None
2011-04-05 Food addicts appear to have high neural activity in brain 0 None
2011-04-05 Vitamin D can reduce estrogen receptor-positive breast cancer 0 None
2011-04-05 AIDS people may face high risk of stomach and esophageal malignancies 0 None
2011-04-05 Scientists reveal unknown role of cilia protein IFT88 in mitosis 0 None
2011-04-05 Genetic factors can explain people's susceptibility to urinary incontinence 0 None
2011-04-05 Research: Unemployment increases risk of premature mortality by 63% 0 None
2011-04-05 Inserm Transfert, MedImmune collaborate to advance medical science research 0 None
2011-04-05 Long hours at work damages heart: Study 0 None
2011-04-05 New insight into Parkinson's disease 0 None
2011-04-05 Stand Up to Cancer awards UNC Lineberger scientist with 13 Innovative Research Grants 0 None
2011-04-05 Researchers identify new gene that can influence person's risk of developing epilepsy 0 None
2011-04-04 Aflac announces $1.06 million scholarship awards for cancer research 0 None
2011-04-04 Study reveals increased incidence of major adverse cardiac events in patients with severe psoriasis 0 None
2011-04-04 Sofie Biosciences launches GENISYS4 benchtop small animal PET system 0 None
2011-04-04 First period before age of 10 linked to lower lung capacity later in life 0 None
2011-04-04 Optimer study highlights economic burden of acute and recurrent CDI in hospital patients 0 None
2011-04-04 Cancer Discovery to present practice-changing research at AACR meeting 0 5
2011-04-04 Study demonstrates in vitro infection and HEV replication in human hepatocytes 0 5
2011-04-04 Therapeutic hypothermia is an effective treatment for young adult patients with HCM 0 None
2011-04-04 Researchers develop new way to stimulate neuron production in adult brain 0 None
2011-04-04 Routine periodic fasting can reduce risk of coronary heart disease 0 None
2011-04-04 Study finds increased carbapenem use in VA acute care health facilities over the last 5 years 0 None
2011-04-04 Scientists identify five new genes that increase risk of developing Alzheimer's 1 5
2011-04-04 Study finds link between smoking and breast cancer risk among non-obese women 0 None
2011-04-04 Sickle cell trait can cause sudden death in young African-American athletes 0 None
2011-04-04 Scientists sequence tumor genomes from 50 breast cancer patients 0 None
2011-04-04 New Ulm project shows 24% reduction in acute heart attack rates in five-quarter period 0 None
2011-04-04 Scientists confirm metabolic syndrome may raise risk of liver cancer 0 None
2011-04-04 Scientists identify novel gene markers for EGFR inhibition in patients 0 None
2011-04-04 Researchers identify four new genes linked to Alzheimer's disease 0 None
2011-04-04 Research offers first structural insights into 'client' protein shape in chaperone presence 0 None
2011-04-04 Scientists uncover genetic characteristic of metastatic prostate cancer 0 None
2011-04-04 Study: Diabetes is linked with risk of cancer and mortality 0 None
2011-04-04 Study links chronic stress of cancer with telomere length 0 None
2011-04-04 Common genetic variation linked to bladder cancer risk and telomere length 0 None
2011-04-04 Scientists identify biomarker for lung cancer chemoprevention 0 None
2011-04-04 Study: Nanoparticles can prevent nickel-induced dermatitis 0 4
2011-04-04 Study: Antidepressants can thicken arteries and lead to heart disease 0 None
2011-04-04 Lack of vitamin D can lead to impaired vascular health 0 None
2011-04-03 Breast cancer genome reveals potential therapeutic targets 0 None
2011-04-03 Discovery of 4 new genes associated with Alzheimer's 0 None
2011-04-02 Stem Cell Action Coalition issues urgent appeal to Minnesota Governor for SCNT research 0 None
2011-04-02 WCRI finds higher costs per workers' compensation claim in New Jersey 0 None
2011-04-02 Array BioPharma to unveil new findings about its anti-cancer programs at AACR Annual Meeting 0 None
2011-04-02 Transgenomic to present study results of high-sensitivity cancer mutation assays at AACR 0 None
2011-04-02 Thalidomide provides new hope for patients with difficult to treat liver cancer 0 None
2011-04-02 Prevalence of NAFLD in US expected to increase by 50% in 2030: Study 0 None
2011-04-02 Rsearchers define new step that controls programmed cell death in cancer cells 0 None
2011-04-02 Keele University's six-day event to explore current trends in gerontology research 0 None
2011-04-02 Brain Canada issues statement reinforcing need for government support for brain research funding 0 None
2011-04-02 Reimbursement for surgical services has declined in recent years 0 None
2011-04-02 IOM panel urges more research on health issues facing gays 0 None
2011-04-02 Interdisciplinary approach leads to breakthroughs in bio nanotechnology research 0 None
2011-04-02 PUMA-mediated intestinal apoptosis contributes to ulcerative colitis in humans, mice 0 None
2011-04-02 University of Houston part of multi-investigator $5.2M CPRIT award for prostate cancer research 0 None
2011-04-01 Study findings on novel ST2 cardiac biomarker to be presented at ACC 2011 0 None
2011-04-01 Aberrant DNA methylation may initiate cancer development 0 None
2011-04-01 Study: MicroRNA can predict risk of BM in lung cancer patients 0 None
2011-04-01 Study findings about immune systems of smoke-inhalation patients released 0 None
2011-04-01 Researchers study role of acetylation in Alzheimer's disease 0 None
2011-04-01 eGlobalTech receives HRSA contract to support enterprise-wide Call Center Study 0 None
2011-04-01 New research: 'Good cholesterol' can act as special delivery vehicle for cancer destruction 0 None
2011-04-01 Insulin could play a new role in fighting Alzheimer's disease: Research 0 None
2011-04-01 CPRIT awards $12.6M grant to Gulf Coast Consortia to develop new cancer treatments 0 None
2011-04-01 Scientists develop new experimental diagnostic test to distinguish infection from disease 0 None
2011-04-01 Donation after cardiac death may broaden the scope of organ donor selection 0 None
2011-04-01 New findings from two modeling studies can help reduce HCV-related deaths in Europe 0 None
2011-04-01 Early recognition and treatment can control obsessive-compulsive manifestation 1 None
2011-04-01 Broad opportunities for covalent drugs 0 None
2011-04-01 PGXL to utilize AutoGenomics' automated INFINITI analyzer for personalized medicine applications 0 None
2011-04-01 IOM report: Researchers must engage LGBT population in health studies 0 None
2011-04-01 Insight into traumatic brain injury 0 None
2011-04-01 Study: Amygdala plays a key role in long-term memories 0 None
2011-04-01 Typical consumer exposure to BPA and DEHP much lower than safe exposure levels 0 None
2011-04-01 Scientists engineer new protein that prevents HIV virus entry into cells 0 None
2011-04-01 Study: Stress can increase risk of C section in first-time mothers 0 None
2011-04-01 Environmental threats disproportionally affect health of the aging global population 0 None
2011-04-01 Scientists to develop new techniques for autism detection and treatment 0 None
2011-04-01 New study examines psychological, social challenges of women with breast cancer 0 3.5
2011-04-01 Study: Pseudokinases can play a crucial role in pathogen-based disease 0 None
2011-04-01 IOVS journal publishes first global consensus report on MGD 0 None
2011-04-01 Sleep apnea along with excessive daytime sleepiness elevates risk of death in older adults 0 None
2011-04-01 GSK to implement Medidata Designer for its Clinical Research and Development organization 0 None
2011-04-01 ESRC funded project reveals how teens view their mums 0 None
2011-04-01 Middle-aged adults with diabetes more likely to develop age-related ailments 0 None
2011-04-01 New research sheds light on Sudden Infant Death Syndrome 0 None
2011-04-01 New discovery on IL-23 can lead to novel IBD treatments 0 None
2011-04-01 Mitochondrial defect inherited from mother is linked to high blood pressure in one Chinese family 0 None
2011-04-01 New research links regular breakfast to low blood lead levels in children 0 None
2011-04-01 New signaling pathway discovery sheds light on chronic dermatitis 0 None
2011-04-01 AAN honors Mayo Clinic researcher with John Dystel Prize for MS work 0 None
2011-04-01 NCI awards Case Western Reserve with $1.6 million grant for cancer research 0 None

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