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Caltech scientists develop new methods for rapidly determining T cell targets

The human body's immune system is like a vast team of special agents. Certain cells called T cells each individually specialize in recognizing a particular intruder, such as the influenza virus or salmonella.

8 Feb 2019

Experts explore involvement of the gut in Parkinson's disease

There is growing evidence that at least in some patients with Parkinson's disease (PD), the disease may begin in the gut. Writing in a special supplement to the Journal of Parkinson's Disease, experts explore the last two decades of research about the gut-brain axis in PD and look ahead at the possible development and impact of these research areas in the next two decades.

8 Feb 2019

Protein supplement L-norvaline may lead to neurodegenerative diseases

People taking the protein supplement L-norvaline should be aware of its potential for harm, scientists say. L-norvaline is an ingredient widely used in body building supplements and is promoted as a compound that can boost workouts and aid recovery.

8 Feb 2019

Clinical study provides clear answer to debate on glucose management after stroke

Hyperglycemia, or increased glucose, is common in patients with acute ischemic stroke and is associated with worse outcomes compared to normal glucose levels.

8 Feb 2019

Immunotherapy drug found to be effective in patients with advanced Merkel cell carcinoma

A multi-center phase II clinical trial investigating pembrolizumab as a first-line and programmed cell death-1 therapy in patients with advanced Merkel cell carcinoma reports lasting tumor control, generally manageable side effects and improved overall survival.

8 Feb 2019

Removal of more blood through minimally invasive surgery improves stroke recovery

The greater the volume of blood removed from the brain via minimally invasive surgery after a cerebral hemorrhage the greater the odds of better functional recovery, according to late breaking science presented at the American Stroke Association's International Stroke Conference 2019, a world premier meeting for researchers and clinicians dedicated to the science and treatment of cerebrovascular disease.

8 Feb 2019

Ideal patient selection may hold promise for strokes damaging large areas of brain tissue

Mechanical clot removal has been shown to be safe and effective in stroke patients with minimal damaged brain tissue.

8 Feb 2019

Drug that reverses blood thinning effects stops acute life-threatening bleeding

A drug that reverses the blood thinning effects of factor Xa inhibitors effectively stopped acute life-threatening bleeding in patients taking a factor Xa inhibitor blood thinner drug, according to late breaking science presented at the American Stroke Association's International Stroke Conference 2019, a world premier meeting for researchers and clinicians dedicated to the science and treatment of cerebrovascular disease.

8 Feb 2019

Minimally-invasive surgery to remove blood from the brain associated with fewer deaths

Minimally-invasive surgery to remove blood from the brain along with intermittent dosing of a clot-busting drug after a brain bleed may not improve function better than medical therapy but it was associated with fewer deaths, according to late-breaking science presented at the American Stroke Association's International Stroke Conference 2019, a world premier meeting for researchers and clinicians dedicated to the science and treatment of cerebrovascular disease.

8 Feb 2019

Intensive blood pressure lowering does not improve post-stroke recovery in clot-buster-treated patients

Intensive blood pressure lowering safely reduced the risk of bleeding in the brain in ischemic stroke patients being treated with clot-busting drugs, but did not improve post-stroke recovery, according to late breaking science presented at the American Stroke Association's International Stroke Conference 2019, a world premier meeting for researchers and clinicians dedicated to the science and treatment of cerebrovascular disease.

8 Feb 2019

CHEST updates guidelines on therapy for pulmonary arterial hypertension

The American College of Chest Physicians announced the publication of updates to the evidence-based guidelines on therapy for pulmonary arterial hypertension

7 Feb 2019

Insulin in a pill from MIT researchers

People who need daily injections such as those with Type 1 diabetes would be happy to know that researchers at the MIT have come up with a specially devised pill that could deliver injections when swallowed.

7 Feb 2019

Study finds underutilization of aspirin to prevent colorectal cancer in high risk patients

Colorectal cancer is the third most common cause of cancer deaths in the United States and advanced colorectal polyps are a major risk factor.

7 Feb 2019

High-risk sexually transmitted HPV may increase risk of cardiovascular disease

Infection with high-risk strains of the human papillomavirus, which have been linked to cancer, might increase the risk of heart and blood vessel or cardiovascular disease, especially among women with obesity or other cardiovascular risk factors, according to new research in Circulation Research, an American Heart Association journal.

7 Feb 2019

Professional musicians are not protected from brain-related diseases

Listening and practicing music have been reported to have many beneficial effects on human health. The effect of music on human brain has been previously studied in young professionals but studies on the long-term effects of music on human health are largely missing.

7 Feb 2019

Using spatial technologies to monitor obesity risk

In health research, like obesity studies, spatial technologies can add very valuable information. Combining remote sensing, geo-information and GPS will enable us to identify typical 'obesogenic' environments.

7 Feb 2019

Smaller portion of fish and chips may be a healthier meal option

A smaller portion of fish and chips has been embraced by takeaway owners and customers, research has found and may well be healthier for us.

7 Feb 2019

Patients with psychosis have accelerated aging of cognitive networks, study finds

Patients with psychosis have accelerated aging of two brain networks important for general cognition—the frontoparietal network (FPN) and cingulo-opercular network (CON)—according to a new study in Biological Psychiatry.

7 Feb 2019

Children should not be allowed smartphones in bed or at mealtimes, say experts

The UK's chief medical officers are calling on parents to ensure that the time children spend on phones and tablets does not interfere with their sleep, exercise and education.

7 Feb 2019

Leviticus Cardio and Jarvik Heart reveal novel wireless heart pump system

A groundbreaking piece of medical technology was revealed to the public today at the National Research Center for Cardiac Surgery in Astana, Kazakhstan. At a press conference held at the Center, top heart failure experts from around the world announced the successful implantation of FIVAD into a human.

7 Feb 2019

Medical Condition News

Caltech scientists develop new methods for rapidly determining T cell targets

Experts explore involvement of the gut in Parkinson's disease

Protein supplement L-norvaline may lead to neurodegenerative diseases

Clinical study provides clear answer to debate on glucose management after stroke

Immunotherapy drug found to be effective in patients with advanced Merkel cell carcinoma

Removal of more blood through minimally invasive surgery improves stroke recovery

Ideal patient selection may hold promise for strokes damaging large areas of brain tissue

Drug that reverses blood thinning effects stops acute life-threatening bleeding

Minimally-invasive surgery to remove blood from the brain associated with fewer deaths

Intensive blood pressure lowering does not improve post-stroke recovery in clot-buster-treated patients

CHEST updates guidelines on therapy for pulmonary arterial hypertension

Insulin in a pill from MIT researchers

Study finds underutilization of aspirin to prevent colorectal cancer in high risk patients

High-risk sexually transmitted HPV may increase risk of cardiovascular disease

Professional musicians are not protected from brain-related diseases

Using spatial technologies to monitor obesity risk

Smaller portion of fish and chips may be a healthier meal option

Patients with psychosis have accelerated aging of cognitive networks, study finds

Children should not be allowed smartphones in bed or at mealtimes, say experts

Leviticus Cardio and Jarvik Heart reveal novel wireless heart pump system

Improving healthcare sustainability through carbon data

A New Approach to Preventing Bladder Cancer Recurrence

Bringing real-time analytics to downstream bioprocess monitoring

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