Medical Condition News

RSS

Baylor receives patent for islet cell transplantation in patients with type1 diabetes, chronic pancreatitis

Baylor Research Institute has been awarded a patent from the U.S. Patent Office for a potential strategy to improve the outcomes of islet cell transplantation for patients with type 1 diabetes and chronic pancreatitis.

14 May 2014

Scientists discover novel protein fragments that may protect against Alzheimer's disease

The devastating loss of memory and consciousness in Alzheimer's disease is caused by plaque accumulations and tangles in neurons, which kill brain cells.

14 May 2014

Ajinomoto announces Phase 2a results of oral alpha 4 integrin antagonist AJM300 in ulcerative colitis patients

Ajinomoto Pharmaceuticals Co., Ltd. (President, Takashi Nagamachi; Headquarters, Tokyo, Japan) announced on May 13 that the Phase 2a results of an oral alpha 4 integrin antagonist, AJM300, in patients with ulcerative colitis were presented in the Joint Presidential Plenary Session at Digestive Disease Week (DDW) 2014 held May 3 - 6 in Chicago, IL, USA.

13 May 2014

Prolong exposure to paint, glue is detrimental for brain

People who are exposed to paint, glue or degreaser fumes at work may experience memory and thinking problems in retirement, decades after their exposure, according to a study published in the May 13, 2014, print issue of Neurology®, the medical journal of the American Academy of Neurology.

13 May 2014

Scientists find protein that controls DNA organization during sperm development

Infertility is generally thought of as a woman's problem. In fact, more than 3 million men across America also experience it.

13 May 2014

Amakem commences Phase 2 dose-ranging study of AMA0076 drug for treatment of glaucoma

Amakem Therapeutics, a clinical stage ophthalmology company, today announced that first patients have commenced treatment in a Phase 2 dose-ranging study of its lead drug candidate, AMA0076 for the treatment of glaucoma.

13 May 2014

Johns Hopkins scientists identify genetic marker associated with development of obsessive-compulsive disorder

A group of researchers led by Johns Hopkins scientists say they have identified a genetic marker that may be associated with the development of obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), whose causes and mechanisms are among the least understood among mental illnesses.

13 May 2014

Study: Katrina and Rita hurricanes may be responsible for stillbirths in worst hit areas

Hurricanes Katrina and Rita may be responsible for up to half of the stillbirths in the areas hardest hit by the storms, according to a new study co-authored by Ian Breunig, PhD, a postdoctoral fellow in the Department of Pharmaceutical Health Services Research (PHSR) and the Center for Innovative Pharmacy Solutions in the Department of Pharmacy Practice and Science (PPS) at the University of Maryland School of Pharmacy.

13 May 2014

Pro-urokinase promotes angiogenesis but does not reduce neuronal apoptosis in infarcted cerebral tissue

Among the drugs used for acute ischemic stroke, recombinant tissue plasminogen activator is widely accepted internationally. In China, urokinase has been widely used for thrombolysis after acute ischemic stroke.

13 May 2014

Researchers identify target molecules for development of new allergy drugs

Researchers have identified several target molecules which are suitable for the development of new allergy drugs. The Journal of Allergy and Clinical Immunology, the most prestigious journal in the field of allergology, has recently published an extensive review article on the prospects of drug therapy for allergy. Completed in a large-scale EU project, the lead author of the review article is Professor Ilkka Harvima of the University of Eastern Finland and Kuopio University Hospital.

13 May 2014

Simple paper test quickly identifies teenagers suffering from depression

A few minutes spent filling out a widely accepted mental health assessment in a health care provider's waiting room could make a big difference for some teenagers suffering from depression, according to new study from a nursing researcher at The University of Texas at Arlington.

13 May 2014

Study reveals 70% of patients with diabetic retinopathy will develop macular edema

In Mexico, at least 14 million people have developed macular edema due to diabetes (DME), which like retinopathy affects central vision and can lead to blindness if not treated early .

13 May 2014

Study: Cervical cancer rates higher in older women than previously thought

Rates of cervical cancer in American women may be higher than previously thought, and the disease may arise most often at an age when adequately screened women are advised to stop getting screened.

13 May 2014

New study presents novel strategy for treating multiple myeloma

A new study by researchers at The Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center - Arthur G. James Cancer Hospital and Richard J. Solove Research Institute (OSUCCC - James) provides evidence that genetically modifying immune cells might effectively treat multiple myeloma, a disease that remains incurable and will account for an estimated 24,000 new cases and 11,100 deaths in 2014

13 May 2014

Vestiage launches new product designed specifically to women having low sex drive

Vestiage™, Inc., the healthy-aging company, is proud to announce the completed development and forthcoming launch of a new product designed specifically to address the issue of women's decreased libido and low sex drive.

13 May 2014

Scientists develop magnetic bacteria that may help diagnose digestive diseases like stomach cancer

Scientists from the University of Granada have successfully created magnetic bacteria that could be added to foodstuffs and could, after ingestion, help diagnose diseases of the digestive system like stomach cancer.

13 May 2014

Study on aspirin may offer hope to develop drugs that promote healing of chronic wounds in humans

In addition to its known capacity to promote bleeding events, aspirin also inhibits wound healing. New research published in The Journal of Experimental Medicine now describes how aspirin acts on key skin cells called keratinocytes, delaying skin repair at wound sites.

13 May 2014

Medical Condition News

Baylor receives patent for islet cell transplantation in patients with type1 diabetes, chronic pancreatitis

Scientists discover novel protein fragments that may protect against Alzheimer's disease

Ajinomoto announces Phase 2a results of oral alpha 4 integrin antagonist AJM300 in ulcerative colitis patients

Prolong exposure to paint, glue is detrimental for brain

Scientists find protein that controls DNA organization during sperm development

Amakem commences Phase 2 dose-ranging study of AMA0076 drug for treatment of glaucoma

Johns Hopkins scientists identify genetic marker associated with development of obsessive-compulsive disorder

Study: Katrina and Rita hurricanes may be responsible for stillbirths in worst hit areas

Pro-urokinase promotes angiogenesis but does not reduce neuronal apoptosis in infarcted cerebral tissue

Researchers identify target molecules for development of new allergy drugs

Simple paper test quickly identifies teenagers suffering from depression

Study reveals 70% of patients with diabetic retinopathy will develop macular edema

Study: Cervical cancer rates higher in older women than previously thought

New study presents novel strategy for treating multiple myeloma

Vestiage launches new product designed specifically to women having low sex drive

Scientists develop magnetic bacteria that may help diagnose digestive diseases like stomach cancer

Study on aspirin may offer hope to develop drugs that promote healing of chronic wounds in humans

Navy asks Rice synthetic biologist to tweak gut bacteria for mood, weight control

Melbourne researchers find link between necroptosis and inflammatory disease

Research team identifies specific genes that may lead to improved survival of glioblastoma

Exploring the nanoscale: How AFM is transforming cosmetic science

Innovating Texture and Culture in Plant-Based Foods

Advancing brain microphysiological systems (bMPS)

Latest News