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Stem cells from umbilical cord blood may help build new heart valves

Children with heart defects may someday receive perfectly-matched new heart valves built using stem cells from their umbilical cord blood, according to research presented at the American Heart Association's Scientific Sessions 2008.

11 Nov 2008

Epstein-Barr virus linked to inflammatory diseases of the mouth

Researchers at Oregon Health & Science University's School of Dentistry have found that a significant percentage of dental patients with the inflammatory diseases irreversible pulpitis and apical periodontitis also have the Epstein-Barr virus.

11 Nov 2008

New technology to control the motion of bacteria that produce cellulose - biomaterial and medical implant potential

Two Virginia Tech engineers have put bacteria to work as tiny weavers of biomaterials and medical implants.

11 Nov 2008

Daily rhythms in endothelial cells may explain why heart attacks occur most often in early morning hours

It's not just the stress of going to work. Daily rhythms in the activity of cells that line blood vessels may help explain why heart attacks and strokes occur most often in early morning hours, researchers from Emory University School of Medicine have found.

11 Nov 2008

Ewing sarcoma treatment ineffective, despite promising laboratory data

Ewing sarcoma is the second most common type of primary bone cancer seen in children and young adults.

10 Nov 2008

New research on chronic corticosteroid use

An analysis of large population databases has recently yielded important findings about chronic corticosteroid use.

10 Nov 2008

Leprosy forgotten but not gone

According to scientists in the U.S. leprosy is a disease which may be forgotten, but it is still around.

9 Nov 2008

Scientists on a quest to find the right prescription for exercise

Canadian scientists have a plan in the pipeline to explore just why exercise is so beneficial to the body.

9 Nov 2008

We all know physical activity is good for you. But why exactly is it good for you?

What effect does exercise have on the cells and tissues of the body? What do we need to know so that we can use physical activity more effectively to combat chronic diseases such as arthritis, diabetes and heart disease? And what social and psychological factors prevent people from exercising or playing sports?

8 Nov 2008

Leprosy still present in the U.S.

Long believed to be a disease of biblical times, leprosy, also known as Hansen's disease, continues to be seen in the United States.

8 Nov 2008

New approach to bone marrow transplantation found to be a safe and effective cure for sickle cell disease

A unique approach to bone marrow transplantation pioneered in part by a Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh of UPMC physician has proven to be the only safe and effective cure for sickle cell disease, according to a new study.

8 Nov 2008

Acologix demonstrates improved bone architecture in rat model of chronic kidney disease

Acologix, Inc. will present data indicating that its therapeutic product candidate AC-200 improved bone architecture in a rat model of chronic kidney disease.

8 Nov 2008

Novel concept in chronic lymphoid leukemia treatment

Mayo Clinic researchers say they have moved closer to their goal of providing personalized care for a common blood cell cancer.

7 Nov 2008

Advances in use of stem cells for tissue regeneration

A major issue in the development of regenerative medicine is the cell sources used to rebuild damaged tissues.

7 Nov 2008

Scientists sequence genome of a cancer patient

For the first time, scientists have decoded the complete DNA of a cancer patient and traced her disease - acute myelogenous leukemia - to its genetic roots.

6 Nov 2008

Canadian study to look at exercise and physical activity

We all know physical activity is good for you. But why exactly is it good for you? What effect does exercise have on the cells and tissues of the body?

5 Nov 2008

Lung airway cells activate vitamin D and increase immune response

Vitamin D is essential to good health but needs to be activated to function properly in the human body.

5 Nov 2008

$Healthy bones program reduces hip fractures by 37 percent$

Healthy bones program reduces hip fractures by 37 percent

Proactive measures can reduce hip fracture rates by an average of 37.2 percent -- and as much as 50 percent -- among those at risk, according to a study conducted by Kaiser Permanente Southern California.

5 Nov 2008