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Taking multiple medications linked to frailty in older adults

As we age, we tend to develop a number of chronic health conditions and concerns. Often, managing health problems can mean that older adults may take many different medications. When older adults take five or more medicines (a scenario called "polypharmacy" by health experts), it can increase the risk for harmful side effects.

1 Feb 2017

Study shows decreased incidence of radiation esophagitis in elderly NSCLC patients

Elderly non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) patients undergoing definitive radiation have a lower incidence of esophagitis compared to younger patients and tolerate aggressive standard treatment regimens.

1 Feb 2017

Habitual e-cigarette use may be linked to long-term cardiac risks, study finds

A study published in JAMA Cardiology has added to growing evidence that electronic cigarettes (e-cigarettes) are not harmless.

1 Feb 2017

Blocking new genetic marker could alleviate pain from serious burns

The unpleasant sensation sparked by the nervous system when confronted with a harmful stimulus can be alleviated by blocking a genetic marker that switches off the activity of the neurons involved.

1 Feb 2017

New PET radiotracer effectively detects early and advanced stages of prostate cancer

In the featured article from the February 2017 issue of the Journal of Nuclear Medicine, researchers document the first-in-human application of a new imaging agent to help find prostate cancer in both early and advanced stages and plan treatment.

1 Feb 2017

Sleep problems can interfere with woman's level of sexual satisfaction, study shows

Sleep disturbance is common for many women during menopause, creating an array of adverse health outcomes such as heart disease, hypertension, and depression.

1 Feb 2017

UTSW researchers support EBM approach to prevent overtreatment of type 2 diabetes

UT Southwestern Medical Center research supports an evidence-based medicine approach that embraces individualized care to prevent overtreatment, specifically for patients with type 2 diabetes.

1 Feb 2017

UTHealth and Children's Memorial Hermann begin two new clinical trials for pediatric brain cancer

Two new clinical trials for pediatric brain cancer have begun at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston and Children's Memorial Hermann Hospital.

31 Jan 2017

New review examines use of probiotics or prebiotics for prevention of atopic dermatitis

Evidence supporting a key role for an altered gut microbiome in the development of atopic dermatitis would suggest that the use of probiotics or prebiotics to correct microbial imbalances in the gut could help prevent or treat AD.

31 Jan 2017

Simple intervention reduces suicidal behavior among active-duty service members, study finds

Suicidal behavior among active-duty service members can be reduced for up to six months with a relatively simple intervention that gives them concrete steps to follow during an emotional crisis, according to a new study from the University of Utah's National Center for Veterans Studies.

31 Jan 2017

Valo Therapeutics develops novel oncolytic viral vaccines for treatment of multiple forms of cancer

A spin-out from the University of Helsinki, Valo Therapeutics is developing novel oncolytic viral vaccines for the treatment of multiple forms of cancer.

31 Jan 2017

Study reveals new molecular mechanism vital for associative memory encoding in the hippocampus

A new study, published on the cover of the scientific journal Biological Psychiatry and lead by Dr Carlos Saura from the Institut de Neurociències at the Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona, reveals a new molecular mechanism essential for associative memory encoding in the hippocampus.

31 Jan 2017

UF Health Cancer Network receives accreditation for high-quality, patient-centered care

The UF Health Cancer Network, comprising UF Health and the UF Health Cancer Center at Orlando Health, has received a three-year accreditation with commendation by the Commission on Cancer, a quality program of the American College of Surgeons.

31 Jan 2017

First stem cell study could lead to development of therapy to reduce inflammation caused by CF

A 39-year-old man with cystic fibrosis (CF) made history by becoming the first person to receive human adult stem cells in a new research study that researchers hope will someday lead to the development of a therapy to reduce the inflammation and infection caused by CF.

31 Jan 2017

Jefferson researchers reveal new insight into two states of viral protein

To generate swarms of new viral particles, a virus hijacks a cell into producing masses of self-assembling cages that are then loaded with the genetic blueprint for the next infection.

31 Jan 2017

Scientists develop unique method to fix genes in living organisms

A unique gene-editing method that efficiently inserts DNA into genes located in dividing and non-dividing cells of living rats has been developed by a team of international researchers, including scientists from KAUST.

31 Jan 2017

Research provides new insights into epigenetic heterogeneity of Ewing sarcoma

Tumors of the elderly, such as breast cancer and colon cancer, accumulate thousands of DNA mutations.

31 Jan 2017

Research consortium awarded $21 million NIH grant to find ways to prevent epilepsy in patients with TBI

An international consortium of academic research institutions have been awarded a $21 million grant from the National Institutes of Health to develop better ways to prevent epilepsy in patients who have suffered traumatic brain injuries.

30 Jan 2017

Researchers discover that existing anti-gout drug can reduce severity of opioid withdrawal symptoms

Opioid use and abuse is a significant social, health and economic issue in Canada. Researchers at the University of Calgary's Faculty of Veterinary Medicine and Hotchkiss Brain Institute have discovered that an existing anti-gout medication is effective in reducing the severity of withdrawal symptoms in opioid-dependent rodents.

30 Jan 2017

Scientists identify potential therapeutic solutions to combat age-related fibrosis

The wear and tear of life takes a cumulative toll on our bodies. Our organs gradually stiffen through fibrosis, which is a process that deposits tough collagen in our body tissue. Fibrosis happens little by little, each time we experience illness or injury. Eventually, this causes our health to decline.

30 Jan 2017

Therapy News and Research

Taking multiple medications linked to frailty in older adults

Study shows decreased incidence of radiation esophagitis in elderly NSCLC patients

Habitual e-cigarette use may be linked to long-term cardiac risks, study finds

Blocking new genetic marker could alleviate pain from serious burns

New PET radiotracer effectively detects early and advanced stages of prostate cancer

Sleep problems can interfere with woman's level of sexual satisfaction, study shows

UTSW researchers support EBM approach to prevent overtreatment of type 2 diabetes

UTHealth and Children's Memorial Hermann begin two new clinical trials for pediatric brain cancer

New review examines use of probiotics or prebiotics for prevention of atopic dermatitis

Simple intervention reduces suicidal behavior among active-duty service members, study finds

Valo Therapeutics develops novel oncolytic viral vaccines for treatment of multiple forms of cancer

Study reveals new molecular mechanism vital for associative memory encoding in the hippocampus

UF Health Cancer Network receives accreditation for high-quality, patient-centered care

First stem cell study could lead to development of therapy to reduce inflammation caused by CF

Jefferson researchers reveal new insight into two states of viral protein

Scientists develop unique method to fix genes in living organisms

Research provides new insights into epigenetic heterogeneity of Ewing sarcoma

Research consortium awarded $21 million NIH grant to find ways to prevent epilepsy in patients with TBI

Researchers discover that existing anti-gout drug can reduce severity of opioid withdrawal symptoms

Scientists identify potential therapeutic solutions to combat age-related fibrosis

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