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Macchiarini scandal leads to weakening of confidence in medical research among Swedish public

The scandal surrounding the surgeon Paolo Macchiarini has led to a fall in confidence in medical research among one third of the Swedish public, who are familiar with the incidents.

6 Mar 2017

CYSTINET-Africa project aims to find new strategies against pork tapeworm infection

Infections of the human nervous system with larval stages of the pork tapeworm are the most common cause of epileptic seizures in Africa.

6 Mar 2017

Exercise-induced irisin could regulate bone metabolism by autocrine mechanisms

Two weeks of voluntary wheel running induces higher expression of irisin--a fat-burning hormone that is released during exercise--in bone tissue in mice.

3 Mar 2017

Study finds useful way to evaluate impact of stress in AMD

Age-related macular degeneration, the leading cause of vision loss among older adults in the United States, is often associated with psychological stress.

3 Mar 2017

UAB pediatrician suggests ways to keep infants safe while traveling

Traveling with children can be stressful, but preparation can significantly improve the situation, according to University of Alabama at Birmingham pediatrician Candice Dye, M.D.

3 Mar 2017

Sun protection can benefit both health and appearance

As the winter temperatures begin to thaw, many may be dreaming of a sun-drenched spring and summer, and some may be hoping to show off a tan. While these individuals may believe tanning makes them more beautiful, this habit can actually damage their skin in the long run.

3 Mar 2017

New treatment option could provide effective therapy for patients with dermatologic conditions

Alopecia areata, atopic dermatitis and vitiligo are highly visible dermatologic conditions that can have a negative effect on patients' quality of life and overall health. An emerging treatment option, however, could provide effective therapy for patients with these conditions.

3 Mar 2017

New research emphasizes importance of skin cancer prevention and detection

On average, one person dies of melanoma, the deadliest form of skin cancer, every hour. Because this disease can affect anyone, everyone should take steps to reduce their risk and catch melanoma in its earliest stages, when it's most treatable.

3 Mar 2017

Attitude, lifestyle may play large role in incidence of skin cancer among Latinos

As the Hispanic population in the United States continues to grow, the incidence of skin cancer among this population is growing too. Moreover, Hispanic patients are more likely to be diagnosed with the disease in its more advanced stages, when it's more difficult to treat.

3 Mar 2017

Many patient-advocacy organizations do not have adequate disclosure practices, study reveals

Over the past few decades, hundreds of patient-advocacy organizations have emerged in the United States, promoting disease research and influencing FDA and health insurer policies.

3 Mar 2017

Notch activity of cells in tumor microenvironment can influence cancer metastases, study shows

Blood vessels play a critical role in the growth and spread of cancer. The cells lining the inner wall of blood vessels (endothelial cells) and cancer cells are in close contact to each other and mutually influence each other.

3 Mar 2017

Siemens Healthineers introduces new platform for computed tomography at ECR 2017

For the first time at ECR in Vienna (March 1 – 5) the healthcare division of Siemens AG will be appearing under its new brand – Siemens Healthineers – and with the motto, “Let’s shape the future of healthcare together”.

3 Mar 2017

Rheumatoid arthritis drug blocks metabolic pathway, reduces breast cancer tumors in mice

Mount Sinai researchers have discovered that a rheumatoid arthritis drug can block a metabolic pathway that occurs in tumors with a common cancer-causing gene mutation, offering a new possible therapy for aggressive cancers with few therapeutic options, according to a study to be published in Cancer Discovery.

3 Mar 2017

Asking three questions could help identify most appropriate treatment for depression, study suggests

The probability that people suffering from depression will complete treatment can be increased significantly by asking them three questions before beginning therapy, according to a new study undertaken at the University of Haifa.

3 Mar 2017

Clarkson University researcher explores acute effects of cocoa and caffeine

Deep down, we always knew it, but science is proving that cocoa and caffeine are indeed the best marriage ever. Clarkson University researcher Ali Boolani recently completed a study that explores the powers of these two dark delights.

3 Mar 2017

Case Western Reserve and VA team up to tackle rising problem of antibiotic resistance

Since the discovery of penicillin in 1928, antibiotics have made the world a much safer and healthier place. But Shakespeare was onto something when he asked if it's possible to have too much of a good thing. In the case of antibiotics, the answer is increasingly "yes."

3 Mar 2017

Study explores women's experiences, perceptions of shared decision-making for breast cancer treatment

Most women want to be involved in shared decision-making with oncologists when faced with treatment decisions for breast cancer, a new study from Leeds Beckett University has found.

2 Mar 2017

Study finds mobile health clinics as powerful tool to engage patients in care

Patients treated at mobile health clinics report a high level of engagement in their care and the motivation to pursue healthy behaviors, according to the results of a qualitative study led by Zoe Bouchelle, Harvard Medical School Class of 2017, and communications scholar Heather Carmack of James Madison University.

2 Mar 2017

Scientists reveal new ‘threshold theory’ of how Parkinson's disease spreads

The toxic protein behind Parkinson's disease may not spread like an infection from nerve cell to nerve, according to a new theory by Technion and Harvard University scientists.

2 Mar 2017

Researchers discover CTE in deceased patient's brain with no known history of head trauma

Researchers at Toronto Western Hospital's Canadian Concussion Centre have discovered the presence of chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE) in the brain of a deceased patient with no known history of traumatic brain injury or concussion, the first known case of its kind.

2 Mar 2017

Education News and Research

Macchiarini scandal leads to weakening of confidence in medical research among Swedish public

CYSTINET-Africa project aims to find new strategies against pork tapeworm infection

Exercise-induced irisin could regulate bone metabolism by autocrine mechanisms

Study finds useful way to evaluate impact of stress in AMD

UAB pediatrician suggests ways to keep infants safe while traveling

Sun protection can benefit both health and appearance

New treatment option could provide effective therapy for patients with dermatologic conditions

New research emphasizes importance of skin cancer prevention and detection

Attitude, lifestyle may play large role in incidence of skin cancer among Latinos

Many patient-advocacy organizations do not have adequate disclosure practices, study reveals

Notch activity of cells in tumor microenvironment can influence cancer metastases, study shows

Siemens Healthineers introduces new platform for computed tomography at ECR 2017

Rheumatoid arthritis drug blocks metabolic pathway, reduces breast cancer tumors in mice

Asking three questions could help identify most appropriate treatment for depression, study suggests

Clarkson University researcher explores acute effects of cocoa and caffeine

Case Western Reserve and VA team up to tackle rising problem of antibiotic resistance

Study explores women's experiences, perceptions of shared decision-making for breast cancer treatment

Study finds mobile health clinics as powerful tool to engage patients in care

Scientists reveal new ‘threshold theory’ of how Parkinson's disease spreads

Researchers discover CTE in deceased patient's brain with no known history of head trauma

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