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Variations in the sequencing of TERT gene influence risk of breast, ovarian cancers

A major international study involving a Simon Fraser University scientist has found that sequence differences in a gene crucial to the maintenance of our chromosomes' integrity predispose us to certain cancers.

3 May 2013

Study: Chalk may cause allergy and asthma symptoms in students with milk allergy

Many of today's school teachers opt for dustless chalk to keep hands and classrooms clean. But according to a study published in the May issue of Annals of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology, the scientific journal of the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI), this choice in chalk may cause allergy and asthma symptoms in students that have a milk allergy.

3 May 2013

Research findings suggest new treatment for breast, colon, melanoma and other cancers

A common cancer pathway causing tumor growth is now being targeted by a number of new cancer drugs and shows promising results.

3 May 2013

Synthetic anti-inflammatory substances related to marijuana may help fight HIV infection

HIV, the virus that causes AIDS, is notorious for hiding within certain types of cells, where it reproduces at a slowed rate and eventually gives rise to chronic inflammation, despite drug therapy.

2 May 2013

Study may help diagnose endometrial cancer and lead to new drug development

Endometrial tumors can be reclassified into distinct subtypes based partly on their genomic makeup and may respond to targeted drugs already being tested in clinical trials, according to a large-scale genomic analysis led by researchers at Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center and other centers within The Cancer Genome Atlas (TCGA) Research Network.

2 May 2013

The Guardian examines new reports on nutrition spending

The Guardian examines two new reports on nutrition spending. "Ambitions to eradicate world hunger will not be realized if aid for basic nutrition remains at only 0.4 percent of total official development assistance (ODA), according to the research group Development Initiatives (DI)," the newspaper writes.

2 May 2013

Survey: Half of U.S. plastic surgeons use social media platforms in their professional practice

Half of U.S. plastic surgeons are using Facebook, Twitter and other social media platforms in their professional practice, according to a survey in the May issue of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, the official medical journal of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons.

2 May 2013

New study examines injuries to children related to amusement rides

A new study by researchers in the Center for Injury Research and Policy of The Research Institute at Nationwide Children's Hospital examined injuries to children related to amusement rides, which included rides at amusement parks (fixed-site rides), rides at fairs and festivals (mobile rides) and rides found at local malls, stores, restaurants or arcades (mall rides).

2 May 2013

Researchers awarded grant to reduce higher rates of stroke among underserved populations

UCLA researchers and their partners across Los Angeles County have been awarded an $11 million grant to fund research on community-based interventions to reduce the higher rates of stroke and death from stroke among disadvantaged Hispanics, African Americans and Asian-Americans.

2 May 2013

PLOS' ASAP Program recognizes pioneers who have used open access research to benefit society

PLOS, the Public Library of Science, today is launching the Accelerating Science Award Program that recognizes the use of scientific research, published through Open Access, which has led to innovations in any field that benefit society. Major sponsors include the Wellcome Trust and Google.

2 May 2013

New study suggests that rural communities need different CPR recommendations

Hands-only CPR (CPR without mouth-to-mouth resuscitation), may not be the best method for rural or remote areas or for anyone who has to wait more than a few minutes for an ambulance, a new study suggests.

2 May 2013

Nearly half of patients see improvement by switching to different lens/solution combination, says study

If your contact lenses are causing you discomfort, simply switching to a different type of contact lens or lens care product may bring improvement, reports a study, " Effect of Lens and Solution Choice on the Comfort of Contact Lens Wearers", appearing in the May issue of Optometry and Vision Science, official journal of the American Academy of Optometry.

2 May 2013

Mayo Clinic researchers identify 27 genes that respond differently to rubella vaccine

Using advanced genetic sequencing technology and analysis, Mayo Clinic vaccine researchers have identified 27 genes that respond in very different ways to the standard rubella vaccine, making the vaccine less effective for a portion of the population.

2 May 2013

Education News and Research

Variations in the sequencing of TERT gene influence risk of breast, ovarian cancers

Study: Chalk may cause allergy and asthma symptoms in students with milk allergy

Research findings suggest new treatment for breast, colon, melanoma and other cancers

Synthetic anti-inflammatory substances related to marijuana may help fight HIV infection

Study may help diagnose endometrial cancer and lead to new drug development

The Guardian examines new reports on nutrition spending

Survey: Half of U.S. plastic surgeons use social media platforms in their professional practice

New study examines injuries to children related to amusement rides

Researchers awarded grant to reduce higher rates of stroke among underserved populations

PLOS' ASAP Program recognizes pioneers who have used open access research to benefit society

New study suggests that rural communities need different CPR recommendations

Nearly half of patients see improvement by switching to different lens/solution combination, says study

Mayo Clinic researchers identify 27 genes that respond differently to rubella vaccine

Some American ob/gyn residency programs fail to offer formal training in menopause medicine

New report finds sharp increase in emergency department visits involving adverse reactions to zolpidem

Researchers identify genetic mutation linked to a typical form of migraine

AMGA, AMGF unveil two major resources to improve high blood pressure control

Hypothalamus controls aging throughout the body, scientists report

Study discusses how mind-body class helps medical students better manage stress

New official clinical practice guidelines on diagnosis, management of EIB

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