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Exercise and hot baths are not dangerous during pregnancy, suggests study

A new study has suggested that pregnant women can exercise in warm weather, take saunas or have short steam baths without affecting their unborn child.

2 Mar 2018

MIPT biophysicists study structure and interaction of nanofibrous scaffold with cardiac cells

Biophysicists from MIPT have studied the structure of a nanofibrous scaffold, as well as its interaction with rat cardiac cells.

2 Mar 2018

BANDELIN extends product range with new SONOPULS series 4400 ultrasonic homogenizers

With SONOPULS series 4400 BANDELIN electronic enlarges the product range for emulsifying, suspending, cell- and bacteria disruption and the use in process technology.

2 Mar 2018

Myriad Genetics shows strong commitment, support in the fight against colorectal cancer

Myriad Genetics, Inc., a leader in molecular diagnostics and personalized medicine, continues to demonstrate an unmatched commitment to hereditary cancer risk assessment and genetic testing during National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month.

2 Mar 2018

Researchers report potential new role for skin bacteria in protecting against cancer

Science continues to peel away layers of the skin microbiome to reveal its protective properties. In a study published in Science Advances on February 28, University of California San Diego School of Medicine researchers report a potential new role for some bacteria on the skin: protecting against cancer.

1 Mar 2018

New discovery can help improve functional recovery following spinal cord injury

The healing ability of the central nervous system is very limited and injuries to the brain or spinal cord often result in permanent functional deficits.

1 Mar 2018

Fraunhofer researchers develop process to accurately diagnose koi herpes virus

Whether grilled, spicy with bell peppers or breaded in flour and fried floating in oil - the carp is one of the most popular edible fish.

1 Mar 2018

Obese people live shorter and illness-prone lives finds study

There are several studies that show that obese people are likely to outlive normal weight individuals. This is called the “obesity paradox” and researchers have tried to understand the reasons behind this. A new study disproves this theory and finds that obese and overweight people do not live longer than people who have a healthy body weight.

1 Mar 2018

Machine learning can help accurately predict clinical outcomes in patients with heart problems

Several studies being presented at the American College of Cardiology's 67th Annual Scientific Session demonstrate how the computer science technique known as machine learning can be used to accurately predict clinical outcomes in patients with known or potential heart problems.

1 Mar 2018

Dramatic swings in temperature linked to significantly more heart attacks

Large day-to-day swings in temperature were associated with significantly more heart attacks in a study being presented at the American College of Cardiology's 67th Annual Scientific Session.

1 Mar 2018

Repeated anesthesia in early life increases anxiety-linked behaviors, animal study shows

Rhesus macaques repeatedly exposed to anesthesia during infancy display persistent anxiety-linked behaviors later in life in response to social stress, a study from Yerkes National Primate Research Center at Emory University and Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai shows.

1 Mar 2018

Inflammatory bowel disease linked to elevated risk of heart attack

An analysis of medical-record data from more than 17.5 million patients found that people with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) are at elevated risk for a heart attack, regardless of whether or not they have traditional risk factors for heart disease such as high cholesterol, high blood pressure and smoking.

1 Mar 2018

Study unlocks big puzzle in familial breast cancer

Mutations in known breast cancer genes such as BRCA1 and BRCA2 are identified in only approximately 20 per cent of women who are offered genetic testing for familial breast cancer.

1 Mar 2018

Researchers develop genetic bar codes for superfoods

Chia seeds, Moringa powder, Açai or Goji berries, the list of foods with alleged health benefits is increasing constantly. Health-conscious consumers love "superfoods" that are attributed stress-reducing and detoxifying properties as well as properties strengthening the immune system.

1 Mar 2018

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Exercise and hot baths are not dangerous during pregnancy, suggests study

MIPT biophysicists study structure and interaction of nanofibrous scaffold with cardiac cells

BANDELIN extends product range with new SONOPULS series 4400 ultrasonic homogenizers

Myriad Genetics shows strong commitment, support in the fight against colorectal cancer

Researchers report potential new role for skin bacteria in protecting against cancer

New discovery can help improve functional recovery following spinal cord injury

Fraunhofer researchers develop process to accurately diagnose koi herpes virus

Obese people live shorter and illness-prone lives finds study

Machine learning can help accurately predict clinical outcomes in patients with heart problems

Dramatic swings in temperature linked to significantly more heart attacks

Repeated anesthesia in early life increases anxiety-linked behaviors, animal study shows

Inflammatory bowel disease linked to elevated risk of heart attack

Study unlocks big puzzle in familial breast cancer

Researchers develop genetic bar codes for superfoods

Fraunhofer researchers pursue gentle approach to treat microbial keratitis

Study finds no association between current or previous marijuana use and kidney function

Eye examination with special microscope helps detect nerve damage in diabetics

Normal intake of vitamin D reduces risk of death

Leading consultants from the North East putting rare diseases expertise on world stage

Study finds increase in genital surgery among transgender patients seeking gender-affirming surgeries

Everything there is to know about biosimilars eBook

Improving healthcare sustainability through carbon data

Managing vibration in IVF laboratories

A New Approach to Preventing Bladder Cancer Recurrence

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