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Scientists discover a new drug-resistance mechanism in breast cancer

Scientists from Università Cattolica in Rome, together with colleagues from the IIGM Foundation (part of Candiolo Institute at Turin), have discovered a new drug-resistance mechanism in breast cancer that leads to the formation of cancer stem cells, (the cells that feed the tumor and cause relapse and metastasis).

6 Oct 2022

Low-cost imaging system uses fluorescent molecules to determine the depth of tumor cells

Researchers have developed a low-cost, simple imaging system that uses tumor-targeting fluorescent molecules to determine the depth of tumor cells in the body.

6 Oct 2022

Researchers identify a new gene implicated in rare lysosomal storage disorder

In a rare disease called mucolipidosis type II, people’s hearts and abdomens swell, and their bones grow malformed.

6 Oct 2022

KHN’s ‘What the Health?’: Looking ahead to the lame-duck session

When the lame-duck Congress returns to Washington after Election Day, it will face a long list of health items needing attention before the end of the year, including setting overall spending for health programs and averting a series of Medicare payment cuts to health care providers.

6 Oct 2022

Impaired immune responses not responsible for COVID-19 rebound, findings suggest

Findings from a small study of eight patients published in Clinical Infectious Diseases suggest that COVID-19 rebound is likely not caused by impaired immune responses.

6 Oct 2022

Wake Forest receives $30 million award to support research on rehab program for heart failure patients

The National Institute of Aging, part of the National Institutes of Health, recently awarded Wake Forest University School of Medicine a five-year grant expected to total $30 million to support research to test a novel rehabilitation program designed for older patients hospitalized for acute heart failure.

6 Oct 2022

Wear and tear from lifelong stress can lead to increased risk of dying from cancer

The wear and tear on the body from chronic and lifelong stress can also lead to an increased risk of dying from cancer, Medical College of Georgia researchers report.

6 Oct 2022

People with schizophrenia are 2.5 times more likely to develop dementia

People with psychotic disorders such as schizophrenia are 2.5 times more likely than those without a psychotic disorder to eventually develop dementia, according to a review of evidence led by UCL researchers.

6 Oct 2022

Improved brain organoids provide cellular and molecular insights into autism

Whatever you do, don't call them "mini-brains," say University of Utah Health scientists. Regardless, the seed-sized organoids - which are grown in the lab from human cells - provide insights into the brain and uncover differences that may contribute to autism in some people.

6 Oct 2022

Mouthwashes inhibit the infectivity of SARS-CoV-2 variants

SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19, is an airborne disease transmitted via aerosols, which are spread from the oral and nasal cavities - the mouth and the nose.

6 Oct 2022

Medical debt sunk her credit. New changes from the credit reporting agencies won’t help.

After a year of chemo and radiation, doctors told Penelope “Penny” Wingard in 2014 that her breast cancer was in remission. She'd been praying for this good news.

6 Oct 2022

The Art of Science: EVIDENT Launches Expanded Global Image of the Year Contest

Evident, a wholly owned subsidiary of Olympus Corporation, announced its fourth Global Image of the Year Scientific Light Microscopy Award is now open for entries through Feb. 28, 2023.

From Evident Corporation - Life Sciences 6 Oct 2022

The present and future role of nurses in the new digital health era

Researchers reviewed nursing practices and additional skills required to be mastered by nurses in the digital health revolution, with the use of digital technologies exponentially increasing during the COVID-19 pandemic.

6 Oct 2022

Comparative study on retracted publications explores whether COVID-19-related research is subject to a higher degree of scrutiny

In a new study, researchers compared the author characteristics and causes for manuscript retractions of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) and non-COVID-19 related research.

6 Oct 2022

Can long-term exposure to air pollution influence COVID-19 severity?

A new study, examined the effects of long-term exposure to air pollutants on coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) morbidity and mortality.

6 Oct 2022

Listen: Medical bills upended her life and her credit score

Penelope Wingard is tough. She has survived breast cancer, a brain aneurysm, and surgery on both eyes. But saving her life has come at a steep cost.

6 Oct 2022

The neuroprotective potential of Cannabis sativa L. against Alzheimer's disease

A recent study assesses the neuroprotective potential of the active constituents of cannabis in treating dementia and Alzheimer's disease.

6 Oct 2022

Can surveillance of SARS-CoV-2 be conducted through aircraft wastewater analysis?

Research investigates the behavior of air travelers, especially those who had flown during the pandemic.

6 Oct 2022

Detecting microplastics in human samples

A new study discusses how microplastics exposure to humans can be examined, preventative measures, and future possibilities in microplastics research.

6 Oct 2022

Labskin to develop new revolutionary approach to testing for radiation exposure

Labskin is delighted to announce our selection by The Intelligence Advanced Research Projects Activity (IARPA), part of the US Office of the Director of National Intelligence, to join a team of experts to develop new ways to evaluate radiation exposure in civilians and military personnel.

6 Oct 2022

Research News and Research

Scientists discover a new drug-resistance mechanism in breast cancer

Low-cost imaging system uses fluorescent molecules to determine the depth of tumor cells

Researchers identify a new gene implicated in rare lysosomal storage disorder

KHN’s ‘What the Health?’: Looking ahead to the lame-duck session

Impaired immune responses not responsible for COVID-19 rebound, findings suggest

Wake Forest receives $30 million award to support research on rehab program for heart failure patients

Wear and tear from lifelong stress can lead to increased risk of dying from cancer

People with schizophrenia are 2.5 times more likely to develop dementia

Improved brain organoids provide cellular and molecular insights into autism

Mouthwashes inhibit the infectivity of SARS-CoV-2 variants

Medical debt sunk her credit. New changes from the credit reporting agencies won’t help.

The Art of Science: EVIDENT Launches Expanded Global Image of the Year Contest

The present and future role of nurses in the new digital health era

Comparative study on retracted publications explores whether COVID-19-related research is subject to a higher degree of scrutiny

Can long-term exposure to air pollution influence COVID-19 severity?

Listen: Medical bills upended her life and her credit score

The neuroprotective potential of Cannabis sativa L. against Alzheimer's disease

Can surveillance of SARS-CoV-2 be conducted through aircraft wastewater analysis?

Detecting microplastics in human samples

Labskin to develop new revolutionary approach to testing for radiation exposure

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