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Neural Cell Transplants May Help Those With Parkinson's Disease
Researchers publishing their studies in CELL TRANSPLANTATION are seeking new ways to treat Parkinson's disease using cell transplantation in animal models. Recent studies are aimed at finding ways to track...
Chimp undergoes surgery for bone deformity
LIVERPOOL, England, May 21 (UPI) -- A British veterinary surgeon has performed what's being called a groundbreaking operation on a Cameroon chimpanzee to correct a bone deformity.
New Research Improves Early Detection And Survival For Pancreatic Cancer
There are new and innovative methods to better understand the risk factors for and improve earlier detection of pancreatic cancer. Specifically, researchers can demonstrate that the development of, new biomarkers,...
Scientists create West Nile vaccine
Australian researchers have created a potential vaccine for the deadly West Nile virus that is not only safer than a live virus vaccine, but just as effective.
Could Common Pain Killers Have A Role In Cancer Prevention?
Recently, researchers have begun looking to NSAIDs as having a potential role in the prevention of colorectal cancer, esophageal cancer and pancreatitis. Three new studies investigate the potentially beneficial role...
Retraining Immune Cells To Kill Tumors
Tumors escape destruction by immune cells by turning off their tumor killing functions. A team of scientists have now found a way to retrain the impotent cells into potent tumor...
Is The Future Of Surgery Painless And Scarless?
A sophisticated new surgical technology holds promise for future painless and scarless surgery with shorter recovery times than laparoscopic surgery. New research supports the safety and efficacy of natural orifice...
Explainer on the embryology bill's key issues
The main issues concerning the Human Fertilisation and Embryology Bill
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Researchers close in on new melanoma gene
It has long been known that prolonged exposure to the suns harmful UV rays can lead to Melanoma, the deadliest form of skin cancer. An unanswered question, however, is why...
Blood test for lung cancer may be possible
A simple blood test may be able to detect lung cancer in its earliest stages with unprecedented accuracy, according to new research to be presented at American Thoracic Society’s 2008...
Widespread airbag use could result in dramatic cost savings for US trauma centers
According to research published in the May issue of the Journal of the American College of Surgeons, the new generation of airbags not only helps protect motor vehicle collision (MVC)...
Study concludes no racial disparities in long-term outcomes in recipients of liver transplants
New research published in the Journal of the American College of Surgeons shows long-term survival and liver rejection rates are equivalent for African-American liver transplant patients as compared with patients...
Vaccine triggers immune response, prevents Alzheimer's
A vaccine created by University of Rochester Medical Center scientists prevents the development of Alzheimer`s disease-like pathology in mice without causing inflammation or significant side effects.
Research Advances May Help Prevent And Improve Diagnosis Of Celiac Disease
For those suffering from celiac disease, there may be good news on the horizon. New research will discuss the latest advancements in the diagnosis and prevention of celiac sprue.
Ear infections linked to passive smoking
A new report from Perth`s Telethon Institute for Child Health Research has found a strong link between childhood ear infections and exposure to tobacco smoke. The results are published in...
First Evidence That Bacteria Get 'Touchy-feely' About Dangerous Biofilms
Researchers report for the first time that bacteria use a sense of touch in deciding where to form biofilms. Those colonies of microbes grow on medical implants and other devices...
New Artificial Cornea Could Restore Vision For Millions Worldwide
An improved artificial cornea, which could restore the vision of more than 10 million people worldwide who are blind due to diseased corneas, finally is moving toward reality, scientists in...
Some lots of antibiotic Solodyn recalled
WASHINGTON, May 19 (UPI) -- The U.S. Food and Drug Administration announced the voluntarily recall of some lots of the antibiotic Solodyn due to a safety risk.
Researchers aim to improve asthma patients' care through computer-based simulation program
Mayo Clinic pulmonary researchers have designed and tested a new patient education computer program intended to help people with asthma manage their disease. The program allows asthma patients (an estimated...
MPs to begin debate on embryology and abortion
MPs will today begin a two-day debate that will affect the future of embryo research, IVF treatment and abortion
Drug Brings Relief For Many IBS Patients Who Experience Constipation
Many patients may soon find relief from the bloating, cramping, abdominal pain and constipation associated with irritable bowel syndrome. AMITIZA was just approved by the FDA for use in women...
Majority Of Kidney Cancers Diagnosed At Earliest Stage
Patients in the United States today are now much more likely to be diagnosed with smaller tumors, in the earliest, most treatable stage of kidney cancer than a decade ago,...
Myanmar health system strained by cyclone
TWANTE, Myanmar (AP) -- Saw Htin's cheeks were wet with tears after waiting in line with hundreds of sick, desperate cyclone survivors. The 18-year-old mother clutched her wheezing baby boy....
New Drug Reduces One Cause Of Vision Loss
In the industrialized world, most diseases that cause vision loss do so by altering the permeability of the blood vessels in the retina of the eye. One recently developed treatment...
Nearly 40 Percent Of GERD Patients Taking PPIs Experience Recurring Symptoms
Despite daily use of doctor-recommended proton pump inhibitors to control gastroesophageal reflux disease symptoms, nearly 40 percent of patients who take them continue to experience breakthrough, which is a return...
Early Stage Bone Cells Produce Potential Estrogen Substitute
Cells on their way to forming bone also produce an estrogen-like substance that mimics the naturally occurring female sex hormone estradiol. Researchers hope such a molecule might provide some of...
Compound Has Potential For New Class Of AIDS Drugs
Researchers have developed what they believe is the first new mechanism in nearly 20 years for inhibiting a common target used to treat all HIV patients, which could eventually lead...