Fine-tuning lasers may help zap blood-borne diseases like AIDS
Physicists in Arizona State University have devised a novel laser technique to destroy bacteria and viruses implicated in blood-borne diseases like AIDS, without damaging human cells. ANI
PET scan can help distinguish Alzheimers from other dementia
A new study has revealed that a PET scan (positron emission tomography) that measures uptake of sugar in the brain significantly improves the accuracy of diagnosing a type of dementia often mistaken for Alzheimers disease. ANI
Daily dose of aspirin may help reduce heart disease risk
A new study has revealed that a daily aspirin can help lower the risk of heart attack and clot-related strokes. ANI
Scientists identify stem cells in degenerating spinal discs
A team of Orthopedic researchers at Jefferson Medical College have identified stem cells in the intervertebral discs of the human spine. ANI
Master switch that regulates blood pressure identified
Oregon Health and Science University researchers have identified a mechanism by which they believe a protein complex in the kidney operates as a master switch that regulates blood pressure. ANI
Estrogen-derived drug may help treat breast cancer
A study conducted on mice has found that an estrogen-derived drug may hold a promising treatment for breast cancer and breast cancer metastases to bone. ANI
We all have out unique immune system PIN codes
Combining the fields of Bioinformatics and ImmunoChemistry, researchers from BioCentrum DTU and the Faculty of Health Sciences at the University of Copenhagen have created models of neural networks that can simulate how the bodys immune system defends itself from disease. ANI
Common drug for halting premature labour may be unsafe for babies
A new study has revealed that a drug commonly used to halt premature labour may be associated with brain damage and intestinal issues in premature babies. ANI
Aussie livestock group slams red meat cancer alarm
Australians in the red meat industry have joined the global backlash against the World Cancer Research Fund (WCRF) Report that has linked red and processed meat to a range of common cancers including breast, bowel and pancreatic cancer.The report, based on studies dating back to the 1960s, says that there is convincing evidence that red meat and processed meats such as ham, bacon, salami and sausages increase the risk of colorectal cancer. ANI
Elevated levels of glucose, insulin raise colorectal cancer risk
Scientists have found that elevated levels of glucose and insulin raise the risk developing recurrent colorectal cancer. ANI
New studies add credence to pre-eclampsia and heart disease link theory
Two research papers published in the online edition of the British Medical Journal (BMJ) add further weight to the theory that cardiovascular diseases and pre-eclampsia-a medical condition where hypertension arises in pregnancy, and which is dangerous for both mother and child-may share common causes or mechanisms. ANI
New molecular target to improve chemotherapy efficacy identified
A study has identified an enzyme, sphingosine kinase 2, as a possible new therapeutic target, which might help improve the effectiveness of chemotherapy for colon and breast cancer. ANI
Overweight moms at greater risk of having hyperactive kids
A study has found that women who are overweight are at a greater risk of having children with Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)-like symptoms when they reach school age. ANI
Traumatic life events may speed progression of HIV, early death
A new study has revealed that traumatic life events, such as physical or sexual abuse play a role in the progression of HIV. ANI
High-fat diet makes mice vulnerable to liver injury: Study
A new study in mice has revealed that a high fat diet can leave the animals vulnerable to liver injury. ANI
A pint of beer is better than water after a workout
Having a glass of beer is a better option than drinking water after exercising, says a Granada University study. ANI
Radio waves to zap nanotube-embedded cancer tumours
Radio waves have been found to offer a non-invasive method to destroy cancer cells treated with carbon nanotubes in pre-clinical experiments led by scientists at the University of Texas M. D. Anderson Cancer Center and Rice University. ANI
Breastfeeding does not make breasts sag: Study
Researchers at the University of Kentucky have dispelled the myth that breastfeeding makes breasts sag, for a new study has found that nursing a baby does not adversely affect breast shape. ANI