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Higher susceptibility of some babies to Zika virus has a genetic origin, study shows

Microcephaly, brain calcification, skeletal alterations, auditory and visual deficits - these are examples of the damage that can be caused by Zika virus in babies born to mothers infected during pregnancy.

2 Feb 2018

NCCN joins call for urgent action to reduce rate of premature cancer deaths

On Sunday February 4, the National Comprehensive Cancer Network (NCCN) will stand with cancer leaders, health professionals, and supporters across the world to acknowledge World Cancer Day.

2 Feb 2018

Study investigates impact of crash diet on heart function

Crash diets can cause a transient deterioration in heart function, according to research presented today at CMR 2018.

2 Feb 2018

$Researchers develop novel method to aid fracture recovery$

Researchers develop novel method to aid fracture recovery

Researchers from Michigan Medicine have developed a novel method to aid the repair of difficult-to-heal fractures.

2 Feb 2018

Harvard scientists identify molecular machinery responsible for dopamine release in the brain

Studied for decades for its critical role in movement control and reward-seeking behaviors, the neurotransmitter dopamine has been the focus of numerous efforts to understand its activity, particularly when it goes awry in disorders such as Parkinson's and addiction.

1 Feb 2018

Research can be first step in harnessing power of artificial intelligence to interpret medical scans

Researchers used machine learning techniques, including natural language processing algorithms, to identify clinical concepts in radiologist reports for CT scans, according to a study conducted at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai and published today in the journal Radiology.

1 Feb 2018

Scientists identify new approach to enhance bone healing

When a patient breaks a bone, there's a possibility the fracture won't heal properly or quickly -- even with the aid of pins, plates or a cast.

1 Feb 2018

Standing for long periods of time could aid weight loss, finds study

Results from a new study by researchers at the Mayo Clinic suggest that standing for more than six hours during the day could help people lose weight.

1 Feb 2018

Scientists discover the genetic cause of immune disorders

Scientists from the Cincinnati Children’s have successfully identified a gene mutation that affects T cell function and promotes immune disorders.

1 Feb 2018

Breastfeeding for longer protects mothers from hypertension, finds study

According to a new study, women who have been breastfeeding their babies for longer periods of time are less likely to suffer from hypertension.

1 Feb 2018

Steven R. Brant shines light on genetic causes for IBD

Whether he is sailboat racing on the Chesapeake Bay or researching genetic causes for inflammatory bowel disease, Steven R. Brant values one quality above all others: a strong team.

31 Jan 2018

Study finds close connection between eye and cardiovascular damage in type 1 diabetes

In people with type 1 diabetes, high levels of blood glucose eventually can harm blood vessels in the eye, kidney, heart and other organs--but the damage may be inflicted by different biological mechanisms in different organs.

31 Jan 2018

Targeted interventions can increase screening for diabetic retinopathy, study shows

Targeted interventions can significantly improve screening for diabetic retinopathy, a complication of diabetes and the leading cause of vision loss amongst working-age adults in the Western word, according to a new Cochrane Systematic Review.

31 Jan 2018

Researchers advance understanding of abnormal mineral accumulation in arteries

A team of researchers from McGill University has advanced the scientific understanding of abnormal mineral accumulation in arteries, a complication often seen in patients with chronic kidney disease and diabetes. Mineralized arteries may affect heart functions, leading to death in some instances.

31 Jan 2018

Research reveals why patients with diabetes have poorer prognosis for prostate cancer

Men with type 2 diabetes are less likely to develop prostate cancer than patients without diabetes. However, the mortality rate is higher.

31 Jan 2018

Mount Sinai study uncovers potential link between poor diet and back injuries

In a first-of-its-kind study, Mount Sinai researchers have found a possible link between a poor diet and back injuries, especially in women.

31 Jan 2018

Community-based health programs help manage diabetes in high-risk ethnic population

An ethnic population at high risk for Type 2 diabetes achieved significant control of the disease through participation in community-based health programs, demonstrating that active intervention and culturally-sensitive education can reverse the course of certain illnesses.

31 Jan 2018

New organ-on-a-chip technology provides simple setting to study blood vessel formation

Researchers at the Institute of Industrial Science, the University of Tokyo, CNRS and INSERM, report a new organ-on-a-chip technology for the study of blood vessel formation and drugs targeting this event.

31 Jan 2018

Vigorous physical activity and fitness needed to cut heart disease risk in teenagers

Guidelines for teenagers should stress the importance of vigorous physical activity and fitness to cut the risk of heart disease, new research suggests. Current NHS guidelines say people aged 5 to 18 should do at least 60 minutes of moderate to vigorous physical activity each day to improve their current and future health.

31 Jan 2018

Study shows that control of type 2 diabetes improves with dental hygiene

A clinical study conducted by researchers of the Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences of the UB shows that control of type 2 diabetes improves notably when the patient takes a special care of the dental hygiene.

31 Jan 2018

Diabetes News and Research

Latest Diabetes News and Research

Higher susceptibility of some babies to Zika virus has a genetic origin, study shows

NCCN joins call for urgent action to reduce rate of premature cancer deaths

Study investigates impact of crash diet on heart function

Researchers develop novel method to aid fracture recovery

Harvard scientists identify molecular machinery responsible for dopamine release in the brain

Research can be first step in harnessing power of artificial intelligence to interpret medical scans

Scientists identify new approach to enhance bone healing

Standing for long periods of time could aid weight loss, finds study

Scientists discover the genetic cause of immune disorders

Breastfeeding for longer protects mothers from hypertension, finds study

Steven R. Brant shines light on genetic causes for IBD

Study finds close connection between eye and cardiovascular damage in type 1 diabetes

Targeted interventions can increase screening for diabetic retinopathy, study shows

Researchers advance understanding of abnormal mineral accumulation in arteries

Research reveals why patients with diabetes have poorer prognosis for prostate cancer

Mount Sinai study uncovers potential link between poor diet and back injuries

Community-based health programs help manage diabetes in high-risk ethnic population

New organ-on-a-chip technology provides simple setting to study blood vessel formation

Vigorous physical activity and fitness needed to cut heart disease risk in teenagers

Study shows that control of type 2 diabetes improves with dental hygiene

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