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Early term deliveries increase babies' long-term risk for diabetes, obesity-related illnesses

Early term deliveries impact babies' long-term health with increased risk of diabetes and obesity-related illnesses as well as a shortened life span, according to a new study by Ben-Gurion University of the Negev researchers.

7 Aug 2017

Compound derived from cannabis may alter blood levels of antiepileptic drugs

New research published in Epilepsia, a journal of the International League Against Epilepsy (ILAE), suggests that an investigational neurological treatment derived from cannabis may alter the blood levels of commonly used antiepileptic drugs.

7 Aug 2017

Opioid prescription use found to be more common among cancer survivors

A new study found that opioid prescription use is more common in cancer survivors than in individuals without a history of cancer.

7 Aug 2017

Herbal remedy plants show promise to combat cancer

Herbal remedy plants native to Saudi Arabia are shown to have potential as treatments for cancer. Researchers from KAUST have been searching locally for plants that have potential for use to combat cancer.

7 Aug 2017

Researchers hope to harness immune cells for better treatment of allergies, infections

By learning how a recently discovered immune cell works in the body, researchers hope to one day harness the cells to better treat allergies and infections, according to new Cornell University research.

4 Aug 2017

HIV prevention and treatment being overlooked in older populations

When it comes to HIV prevention and treatment, there is a growing population that is being overlooked -- older adults -- and implicit ageism is partially responsible for this neglect, according to a presentation at the 125th Annual Convention of the American Psychological Association.

4 Aug 2017

Researchers develop set of tools to trace path of proteins linked to Parkinson's disease

As neurodegenerative disorders such as Parkinson's and Alzheimer's disease progress, misfolded proteins clump together in neurons, recruiting normal proteins in the cell to also misfold and aggregate.

4 Aug 2017

JAX receives new federal research grant to study mouse models of ALS

A new five-year federal research grant totaling $3,322,009 to The Jackson Laboratory (JAX) will fund studies of a new mouse model for amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS).

4 Aug 2017

UNC-Chapel Hill receives $1.6 million grant to help African-American patients with glaucoma

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill has received a grant worth nearly $1.6 million over four years from the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality to help reduce vision problems in African-Americans caused by glaucoma.

4 Aug 2017

Timely diagnosis and treatment of carpal tunnel syndrome can prevent long-lasting damage

The sooner carpal tunnel syndrome is diagnosed and treated, the better the chances for symptom relief, according to experts at Hospital for Special Surgery in New York City.

4 Aug 2017

Mental health nurses subjected to humiliating personal remarks report higher levels of anger

Exposure to targeted, personal and verbal aggression by patients can adversely affect mental health nurses decision-making regarding physical restraint, new research published in the world's leading nursing research journal reveals.

4 Aug 2017

Neuroscientists uncover genetic basis for formation of meningiomas in childhood cancer survivors

Neuroscientists have uncovered the genetic basis for why many long-term survivors of childhood cancer develop meningiomas, the most common adult brain tumor, decades after their treatment with cranial radiation.

4 Aug 2017

Scientists creating blood test to identify breast cancer patients at risk for brain metastasis

Houston Methodist cancer researchers are now closer to creating a blood test that can identify breast cancer patients who are at increased risk for developing brain metastasis, and also monitor disease progression and response to therapy in real time.

4 Aug 2017

New profiling procedure reveals role of immunoresolvents in blood coagulation

Stopping a wound from bleeding is essential for human health. Blood coagulation - in which blood goes from liquid to gel and forms a clot - can prevent excessive bleeding and infection. But exactly what molecular events transpire when blood coagulates has remained somewhat mysterious.

4 Aug 2017

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Early term deliveries increase babies' long-term risk for diabetes, obesity-related illnesses

Compound derived from cannabis may alter blood levels of antiepileptic drugs

Opioid prescription use found to be more common among cancer survivors

Herbal remedy plants show promise to combat cancer

Researchers hope to harness immune cells for better treatment of allergies, infections

HIV prevention and treatment being overlooked in older populations

Researchers develop set of tools to trace path of proteins linked to Parkinson's disease

JAX receives new federal research grant to study mouse models of ALS

UNC-Chapel Hill receives $1.6 million grant to help African-American patients with glaucoma

Timely diagnosis and treatment of carpal tunnel syndrome can prevent long-lasting damage

Mental health nurses subjected to humiliating personal remarks report higher levels of anger

Neuroscientists uncover genetic basis for formation of meningiomas in childhood cancer survivors

Scientists creating blood test to identify breast cancer patients at risk for brain metastasis

New profiling procedure reveals role of immunoresolvents in blood coagulation

Pitt researcher aims to develop 'smart biomaterials' for reprogramming mammalian cell signaling

U-M Injury Center receives CDC funding to find solutions for preventing injuries

Band-Aid sized device produces sweat even when patient is relaxed and cool

Luminance affects quality and consistency of financial decision-making

New study reveals how glucose metabolism affects platelet activation and survival

Molecular tests that detect drug-resistant TB may become faster alternative to traditional testing

Achieving and maintaining ISO/IEC 27001 and BS 10012 certifications

Expanding research and clinical options for children with cancer

Examining how pain could play a direct protective role in the gut

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