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Habitual e-cigarette use may be linked to long-term cardiac risks, study finds

A study published in JAMA Cardiology has added to growing evidence that electronic cigarettes (e-cigarettes) are not harmless.

1 Feb 2017

Researchers develop new method for early prediction of crises in chronic diseases

Researchers from Universidad Politécnica de Madrid and Universidad Complutense de Madrid have developed a methodology early prediction of crises in chronic diseases, such as migraines.

1 Feb 2017

New 'mirror game' test could provide accurate and early diagnosis of schizophrenia

Virtual reality could hold the key to unlocking an affordable, reliable and effective device to provide early diagnosis and management of schizophrenia.

1 Feb 2017

Scientists discover way of improving immune system’s memory to recognise and fight cancers

Scientists from the University of Southampton have discovered an important way that the immune system can learn to recognise and fight cancers.

1 Feb 2017

Hand-grip test proves to be easy, reliable way to examine muscle strength decline in PD patients

UBC researchers Jenn Jakobi and Gareth Jones, both Health and Exercise Sciences professors at UBC's Okanagan campus, recently completed a study that examined the methods used to monitor the progressive advancement of Parkinson's disease (PD)--a degenerative disease that affects the central nervous system.

1 Feb 2017

Non-severe infections can increase risk of developing serious mental disorders

A new study shows that non-severe infections that do not require hospitalisation can also increase the risk of subsequently developing schizophrenia or depression.

1 Feb 2017

Scientists discover that foot callouses can be linked to oesophageal cancer

Scientists from Queen Mary University of London have discovered that foot callouses/keratoderma (thickened skin) can be linked to cancer of the oesophagus (gullet), a disease which affects more than 8000 people in the UK each year.

1 Feb 2017

New analysis reveals low incidence of liver cancer in patients with cirrhosis

Although one of the most serious complications of cirrhosis is liver cancer, or hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC), an analysis of health records revealed that the 10-year incidence of HCC in UK patients with cirrhosis is four percent or lower.

1 Feb 2017

Discovery of vital molecule could lead to better treatment of respiratory conditions

Respiratory conditions could be better targeted and treated, thanks to the discovery of the vital molecule which regulates breathing - according to research by the University of Warwick.

1 Feb 2017

Guy's Cancer Centre adds new positioning equipment to enhance patient comfort during radiotherapy treatment

Guy’s and St Thomas’ NHS Foundation Trust has recently opened its new state-of-the-art Cancer Centre to provide radiotherapy, chemotherapy and outpatient services for oncology patients.

1 Feb 2017

European Cancer Patient Coalition makes recommendations for improved access to innovation in oncology

At the European Cancer Congress 2017 in Amsterdam, the European Cancer Patient Coalition launched a new white paper on the Value of Innovation in Oncology. It make recommendations for sustainable and equitable access to innovative cancer treatments and care pathways.

1 Feb 2017

Study finds new links between human genome and inflammation tracers

Researchers from the Research Centre of Applied and Preventive Cardiovascular Medicine at the University of Turku, Finland, have studied over ten million DNA variations and found new links between the human genome and inflammation tracers.

1 Feb 2017

European researchers highlight potential of xenografts in cancer research and treatment

European research lays the foundation for the development of new and ambitious research projects with xenografts derived from patients, preclinical models with great potential to advance research and treatment in cancer.

1 Feb 2017

UTSW researchers support EBM approach to prevent overtreatment of type 2 diabetes

UT Southwestern Medical Center research supports an evidence-based medicine approach that embraces individualized care to prevent overtreatment, specifically for patients with type 2 diabetes.

1 Feb 2017

Brain-computer interface could revolutionize lives of people with completely locked-in syndrome

A computer interface that can decipher the thoughts of people who are unable to communicate could revolutionize the lives of those living with completely locked-in syndrome, according to a new paper publishing January 31st, 2017 in PLOS Biology.

1 Feb 2017

New technology offers hope to millions suffering from tinnitus

As many as 50 million Americans suffer from tinnitus, a debilitating health condition commonly known as "ringing in the ears." Musicians, factory workers, military veterans and many others endure its effects, including problems with concentration, sleep, anxiety and depression.

31 Jan 2017

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Habitual e-cigarette use may be linked to long-term cardiac risks, study finds

Researchers develop new method for early prediction of crises in chronic diseases

New 'mirror game' test could provide accurate and early diagnosis of schizophrenia

Scientists discover way of improving immune system’s memory to recognise and fight cancers

Hand-grip test proves to be easy, reliable way to examine muscle strength decline in PD patients

Non-severe infections can increase risk of developing serious mental disorders

Scientists discover that foot callouses can be linked to oesophageal cancer

New analysis reveals low incidence of liver cancer in patients with cirrhosis

Discovery of vital molecule could lead to better treatment of respiratory conditions

Guy's Cancer Centre adds new positioning equipment to enhance patient comfort during radiotherapy treatment

European Cancer Patient Coalition makes recommendations for improved access to innovation in oncology

Study finds new links between human genome and inflammation tracers

European researchers highlight potential of xenografts in cancer research and treatment

UTSW researchers support EBM approach to prevent overtreatment of type 2 diabetes

Brain-computer interface could revolutionize lives of people with completely locked-in syndrome

New technology offers hope to millions suffering from tinnitus

NICO receives new clearance from FDA for brain surgery technology

Review discusses how neglect of sex differences in obesity research can affect treatment in females

Sanford clinical study exploring immunotherapy drug to treat patients with advanced esophageal cancer

Transthoracic lung ultrasound can help diagnose other diseases that mask as pulmonary embolism

Exploring the nanoscale: How AFM is transforming cosmetic science

Innovating Texture and Culture in Plant-Based Foods

Advancing brain microphysiological systems (bMPS)

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