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Researchers identify novel gene critical to development of lung and pancreatic cancer

Researchers at the Center for Applied Medical Research of the University of Navarra have identified a critical gene, FOSL1, in the development of lung and pancreatic cancer.

22 Feb 2017

Consuming carbs during intense exercise aids immune system recovery

Dr Jonathan Peake and Dr Oliver Neubauer, from QUT's Institute of Health and Biomedical Innovation, led a research review of studies about exercise and immunity.

16 Feb 2017

Millions of preterm births linked to outdoor air pollution

Scientists have published a major study which links outdoor air pollution with 2.7 million preterm births per year.

16 Feb 2017

Uflex creates major breakthrough in cold formed pharmaceutical packaging industry

Conventionally Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) and Bi-axially Oriented Polyamide, BOPA (commonly known as BON) films have been extensively used in cold formed pharma packaging industry. A typical Alu–Alu blister laminate comprises three layers i.e. 25 micron BOPA/ 60 micron soft aluminium foil / 60 micron PVC.

16 Feb 2017

Vitamin D supplements protect against cold and flu, study finds

The use of Vitamin D supplements can help to protect against acute respiratory infections, according to a new study. If everybody took the supplements, more than three million people could ward off colds and flu every year, say the authors of the world-wide, collaborative study.

16 Feb 2017

Study finds improvements in survival and neurodevelopment of preterm babies

Babies born at just 22 to 24 weeks of pregnancy continue to have sobering outlooks -- only about 1 in 3 survive.

16 Feb 2017

New report highlights serious health problems faced by spinal cord injury patients

Paralysis is just one of the many serious health problems faced by patients who suffer spinal cord injuries.

16 Feb 2017

Vitamin D supplements protect against acute respiratory infections, study finds

Vitamin D supplements protect against acute respiratory infections including colds and flu, according to a study led by Queen Mary University of London.

15 Feb 2017

Study finds limited evidence that styrene causes cancer in humans

In 2011, the styrene, a high volume plastics chemical and animal carcinogen, was the focal point in a 'poison scandal' in the Danish media; but now a registry study of more than 72,000 employees from more than 400 companies that have been exposed to styrene during production of glassfibre reinforced plastics, has not found an increased incidence of a wide range of cancer types.

14 Feb 2017

Study suggests new ways to treat neurological symptoms linked to tuberous sclerosis complex

Boston Children's Hospital researchers have uncovered a new molecular pathway that inhibits the myelination of neurons in the brains of patients with the rare genetic disorder tuberous sclerosis complex.

9 Feb 2017

UCLA cardiology expert provides ten heart healthy tips for Valentine's Day

While boxes of decadent chocolates treats, celebratory champagne and romantic high-calorie dinners may dance in your mind as a way to celebrate Valentine's Day, your heart may be pining for something else. With Valentine's Day just around the corner, it is a great time to look at the state of your heart.

9 Feb 2017

Researchers developing compact respiratory assist device for children with lung failure

Acute and chronic lung diseases are the most life-threatening causes of hospitalization and death among young children. This is especially true for children suffering from cystic fibrosis.

7 Feb 2017

Researchers develop ingestible devices that derive long-term power from stomach and small intestine

A research team led by scientists from Brigham and Women's Hospital and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology has developed a set of ingestible devices that draw energy from fluids in the stomach and the small intestine, and can provide power for nearly a week.

6 Feb 2017

Penn scientists find cytokine as key to fighting and treating viral infection in the lungs

Viral infections that occur in a patient's lungs are a significant cause of hospitalization and death among children and the elderly.

3 Feb 2017

Parents can take eight steps to boost child's immunity, says family medicine specialist

No magic elixir can prevent children from developing occasional colds and viruses, but takings steps to boost their immune system can minimize their chances of catching every bug that winds its way through the daycare center or school.

3 Feb 2017

Study reveals how white blood cells get pushy to rapidly reach areas of infection

One of the mysteries of the living body is the movement of cells - not just in the blood, but through cellular and other barriers.

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

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

Greater land runoff could boost bioaccumulation of highly toxic mercy in zooplankton, study shows

A highly toxic form of mercury could jump by 300 to 600 percent in zooplankton -- tiny animals at the base of the marine food chain -- if land runoff increases by 15 to 30 percent, according to a new study.

30 Jan 2017

Johns Hopkins scientists reveal extra centrosomes can promote tumor formation in mice

When a cell is dividing, two identical structures, called centrosomes, move to opposite sides of the cell to help separate its chromosomes into the new cells.

28 Jan 2017

Lungs News and Research

Researchers identify novel gene critical to development of lung and pancreatic cancer

Consuming carbs during intense exercise aids immune system recovery

Millions of preterm births linked to outdoor air pollution

Uflex creates major breakthrough in cold formed pharmaceutical packaging industry

Vitamin D supplements protect against cold and flu, study finds

Study finds improvements in survival and neurodevelopment of preterm babies

New report highlights serious health problems faced by spinal cord injury patients

Vitamin D supplements protect against acute respiratory infections, study finds

Study finds limited evidence that styrene causes cancer in humans

Study suggests new ways to treat neurological symptoms linked to tuberous sclerosis complex

UCLA cardiology expert provides ten heart healthy tips for Valentine's Day

Researchers developing compact respiratory assist device for children with lung failure

Researchers develop ingestible devices that derive long-term power from stomach and small intestine

Penn scientists find cytokine as key to fighting and treating viral infection in the lungs

Parents can take eight steps to boost child's immunity, says family medicine specialist

Study reveals how white blood cells get pushy to rapidly reach areas of infection

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

Scientists identify potential therapeutic solutions to combat age-related fibrosis

Greater land runoff could boost bioaccumulation of highly toxic mercy in zooplankton, study shows

Johns Hopkins scientists reveal extra centrosomes can promote tumor formation in mice

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