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Dog genes give insight into human brain tumors
Medical News Today Certain breeds of dog are susceptible to human-like brain tumors. Researchers from the Uppsala University and Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences recently investigated the genomes of these breeds. Their findings could lead to a better … |
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Bipolar, autism, and schizophrenia might share genetic origin
Medical News Today The researchers hope that these genetic clues will prompt further investigation. In the long run, the findings will help propel the medical world toward new treatments for the millions of individuals affected by bipolar disorder and other psychiatric … |
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'Youth gene' identified by researchers
Medical News Today Although one single gene on its own can not explain the intricacies of aging, its discovery may open doors to new avenues of research. The team, from Manfred Kayser of Erasmus Medical Center University Medical Center, Rotterdam, investigated more than … |
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HIV infection associated with premature aging
Medical News Today While combination antiretroviral therapy can enable people with HIV to enjoy many more years of life than they might previously have expected, the same patients appear to be prone to losing an average of 5 years of life due to premature aging. [HIV in … Researchers use highly accurate biomarker to measure aging in HIV infected patients |
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Intestinal worms may prevent IBD, study suggests
Medical News Today Co-senior investigator P'ng Loke, PhD, of New York University (NYU) Langone Medical Center, and colleagues say their results support the "hygiene hypothesis," which suggests that early exposure to infectious microbes can help protect against disease by … Eat Some Worms? Parasites May Actually Help Stomach and Bowel Diseases |
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Why white matter matters in insomnia
Medical News Today Surface causes of chronic sleeplessness include stress, caffeine intake or medical conditions, such as stroke or an overactive thyroid. Other factors can include pain, anxiety and depression, but the underlying neuroscience of insomnia has proven … |
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Clues to celiac disease found in 'junk RNA'
Medical News Today Celiac disease is a relatively common immune disorder, affecting an estimated 1 in 250 Americans. The exact causes of the disease are still shrouded in mystery; new research, published in Science, uncovers a potential link with so-called junk RNA in … Study points to possible new genetic risk factor for celiac disease |
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Serious heart attacks affecting younger people
Medical News Today "On the whole, the medical community has done an outstanding job of improving treatments for heart disease, but this study shows that we have to do better on the prevention side. When people come for routine checkups, it is critical to stress the … |
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Acetaminophen 'an ineffective treatment for osteoarthritis'
Medical News Today Last April, Medical News Today reported on another study in which researchers suggested acetaminophen does not work for osteoarthritis or lower back pain. Written by Honor Whiteman. Thank you for supporting Medical News Today. Click the stars to rate … |
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Uterus transplantation: first procedure in US fails due to complications
Medical News Today In 2014, Medical News Today reported that a 36-year-old woman from Sweden had become the first ever to give birth after a uterus transplantation. Up until September 2015, nine uterus transplants had been performed in the country, resulting in five … Cleveland Clinic Performs First Successful Uterus Transplant In The U.S. 'I am beyond grateful': Recipient of nation's first uterus transplant shares story |